Is the Formula P=Torque(angular velocity) Valid for Measuring Bicycle Power?

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hi PF. i just want to ask if the formula P=Torque(angular velocity) is valid? saw this in wikipedia. if not, any idea how to measure the power exerted to a bicycle? thanks
 
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Yes, the mechanical power is P=M⋅ω