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Following these simple tips and guidelines will keep your bicycle riding better for longer.
EVERDAY RIDE | MONTHLY | 6 MONTHS AND THEREAFTER |
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Check your tire pressure and inflate as needed. A quality floor pump with gauge is a must-own. | Clean your bike with bike wash, a rag, and stiff plastic brush and inspect frame/components for cracks and wear. Only clean with bike shampoo and fresh water if you have to. | Thoroughly clean frame and drivetrain, polish and protect frame with bike polish. Inspect for frame cracks or damage. |
Check and clean tires for debris, thorns, etc. that could cause a flat. | Wipe the chain, cassette, and chainrings with a rag, brush, and degreaser. Re-lube with chain lube. | Check tires for wear and replace as needed. |
Lifting the front and rear of the bike, spin each wheel while looking for wobbles or rim damage. Wobbly wheels should be tried by a mechanic. | Use a wrench to check the tightness of the crank arms, pedals, chainring bolts, stem/bar/seat post bolts, and all other mounting bolts. | Check bearing systems (hubs, bottom bracket, headset) for play and/or grinding and grumbling. Replace, adjust, or overhaul as needed. |
Check your brake pads for wear and make sure that they are making firm contact with either the rim or the brake disc. | Lube pivots points on brakes, derailleurs, and pedals. Check all cables and cable housing for wear, kinks, rust, and fraying. Replace as needed and lube good cables/housing at entry/exit points. | Check brake pads for wear and replace as needed. Also check for worn grips and handlebar tape and replace as needed. |
Check suspension fork (and shock) for compression and release, and make sure there is no flex or play in the suspension. | Check the wheels for loose or damaged spokes. | Check all cables and cable housing for wear, kinks, rust, and fraying. Replace as needed, lube good cables/housing at entry/exit points. |
Check chain for cleanliness, clean if dirty, lubricate if dry. | Maintain, lubricate, and service your suspension components according mechanic’s advice. | Check cassette and chainrings for wear; check chain for wear, tight links, and bent links. Also check derailleur cages for damage. Replace drivetrain parts as needed. Maintain, lubricate, and service your suspension components according mechanic’s advice. |