Derailleur gear throws the chain when i select lowest gear. Can I fix this problem myself? If so, how?

Question

I should add I'm no mechanic.

Answer 1

it sounds like you need to adjust one of your limit screws...i can't remember off the top of my head which one

here are some sites that should be what you're looking for

http://www.bikewebsite.com/rearder.htm

http://www.parktool.com/repair/readhowto...

http://www.webmountainbike.com/adrearder...

Answer 2

Go here for how to make the adjustments.

http://sheldonbrown.com/derailer-adjustm...

http://www.parktool.com/repair/byregion....

Either of these sites will walk you through the adjustment process.

Answer 3

like said it sound like your limit s***w's very easy to do look on you tube there are some excellent videos showing how easy this is.