My 3 peice crank is so loud and creaky, help!?

Question

well i have a 2005 Free agent airraid and have just purchased Primo pedals, what i would like to know is that why my crank is so loud? i know part of it could be my pedals but my crank creaks EVERY time i pedal down on my right foot, its exetremely annoying, and since i ride with friends alot, also embarasing, what i would like to know is it my bearings?

Answer 1

Yes, it is your bearings. If your bearings are sealed get replacements. If their unsealed, but still in good condition try to lube them up wit really thick grease very well. For replacement parts go to www.danscomp.com,  I bought my last bike from them, and thats where I get all my parts.

Answer 2

Try putting you old pedals back on and see if it quits, that way you can eliminate that problem or not.  Grab the crank arm and see if their is any play.  Also check the bottom bracket step 3 in the video, you don't have to remove the crank arm to check it.

http://bicycletutor.com/bottom-bracket/