6 Maintenance
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Inspect
Action
Maintenance
Pedals
Every month, check each pedal is securely set and tighten into
the crank arm.
If necessary, re-set and tighten.
Before each ride, check each front and rear pedal reflectors are
clean and in place.
Clean or replace.
Pedal Bearings
Every ride, check the pedal bearings are properly adjusted.
Move the pedal up and down, left and right. If looseness or
roughness is detected adjustment, lubrication or replacement
is required.
See bicycle mechanic for repair.
Chains
Every week, check the chain is clean, properly lubricated,
rust-free, and is not stretched, broken, or has stiff links.
Lubricate if necessary. Replace if rusted,
stretched, or broken.
Crank Set
Every month, check the crank set (crank arms, chain rings,
and bottom bracket axle and bearings) is correctly adjusted
and tight.
See bicycle mechanic for repair.
Drivetrain (pedals, chains, chainwheel, crank set, freewheel)
Frequency:
as noted
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