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Inspect
Action
Maintenance
Tire Inflation
Check tire pressure
Inflate tire to the pressure indicated on the
tire sidewall. See “Inflating a Tire Tube” for
more detail. If the tire is flat see “Fixing a Flat
Tire” for more detail .
Check the bead is properly seated while
inflating or refitting the tire.
Reduce air pressure in the tube and re-seat
the bead .
Spin wheel and check rotation / alignment
is smooth and even .
Loosen axle nut(s) and adjust until properly
seated. If the Hub Bearings need repair see
Hub Bearings for more detail or bicycle
mechanic for repair .
Bead Seating Check for broken or loose spokes
See bicycle mechanic for repair .
Tread
Inspect for signs or excessive wear, flat spots
or cuts and damage .
Replace tire .
Valves
Check that valve caps are fitted and free
of dirt .
Clean dirt from the valve .
Tires
Frequency: Inspect and maintain before each use
