Hi,
I have a nukeproof mega 2018 and I’ve been having a nightmare with an erroneous loud ticking noise only when I pedal. Also, if I put power down hard there is often a loud crack sound that sounds though its coming from the cranks. But I’ve checked everything. If I lock the back brake fully and stand on the pedal there is a crack sound and also when rocking the bike there is some movement to accompany the crack. So far I’ve replaced all frame bearings, bottom bracket, rear hub service and axle replacement, chain, pedals….with no joy. I recently upgraded to shimano saint brakes but no idea if the problem started before or after this with any certainty.
When pedalling the noise is almost like a loud metallic ticking and it’s infuriating. I’ve checked spokes, cassette and everything and it’s driving me up the wall!
There is some movement in the calipers from the pads when rocking the bike but that wouldn’t explain the crack when pedalling without braking or the constant ticking when pedalling.
Does anyone have any ideas on what else I could try please?
Thanks
Neil