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Recommended Maintenance Chart

Following these simple tips and guidelines will keep your bicycle riding better for longer.

  • These are only general tips for all bicycles - road, mountain, and recreation
  • Different riding styles and different machines can require other, more specific maintenance.
  • Mountain bikes tend to require more frequent and extensive service than other models.
EVERDAY RIDEMONTHLY6 MONTHS AND THEREAFTER
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.