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Service and maintenance
Component Every week or before each bike ride
Every month
Every 3rd month
Once a year
Frame,
front fork
and critical
components
• Check that the frame, front fork and
any stressed components do not
show any signs of cracks, scratches,
marks, damage, changes of colour or
make strange sounds.
• Wash the bike
thoroughly.
• Polish glossy
and painted
surfaces.
Brakes
• Make sure that the brake
mechanism is securely fastened onto
the handlebars.
• Make sure the brake pads are securely
fastened and in the right position.
• Check the braking performance of
the various braking methods.
• Make sure that the hand brake wires
are securely tightened over the brake
arms.
• Check that the wires are not caught or
damaged in any way.
• Check the brake
pads for wear
and tear.
• Check that
the brake arm
mounting bolts
are securely
tightened.
• Check the wires
and housing for
any damage.*
• Lubricate
the brake arm
pivot points.
• Lubricate
the brake lever
pivot points.
• Replace
the brake
wires and
housing.*
• Lubricate
the brake arm
brackets.
Steering
• Make sure that the handlebars are
centred and sit securely on the stem.
• Make sure that the stem is in line
with the front wheel and is securely
fastened.
• Check that
the steering stem
bearing is not
too loose or gets
stuck. *
• Check that
the bolts and
nuts of the stem
are securely
tightened.
• Clean and
lubricate
the steering
stem
bearing*.
• Clean and
lubricate
the steerer
tube fasteners
on the stem.
Saddle and
Seat Post
• Check that the saddle is aligned with
the frame.
• Check that the saddle cannot be
twisted to the side or turned up/down.
• Make sure that the seat post is
securely fastened in the seat tube.
• Check that all
screws, bolts and
nuts are securely
tightened.
• Clean and
lubricate
the seat post
fasteners on
the seat tube.
Gears
• Check the gears
for proper
functioning.
• Check the wires
and housing for
any damage.*
• Replace
the gear
wires and
housing.*
Drivetrain
• Check the chain lubrication.
• Clean and
lubricate
the chain.
• Check the chain
tension.
• Check that
the pedals are
securely fastened
in the crank arms.
• Check that
the bottom
bracket is not
loose or is
sluggish.*
• Clean and
lubricate
the screws on
the pedals.
• Check
the pedal
strokes.
• Check
the chain
and chain
sprocket for
wear and
tear.*
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