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Correct routine maintenance of your new bike will ensure smooth running - Longer
lasting components - Safer riding - Lower running costs
Every time you ride your bicycle, its condition changes. The more you ride, the more frequently maintenance will be required.
We recommend you spend a little time on regular maintenance tasks. The following schedules are a useful guide and by
referring to Part 6 of this manual, you should be able to accomplish most tasks. If you require assistance, we recommend you
see a bicycle specialist.
Schedule 1 - Lubrication
Note:
The frequency of maintenance should increase with use in wet or dusty conditions. Do not over
lubricate - remove excess lubricant to prevent dirt build up. Never use a degreaser to lubricate your chain (WD-40™)
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ART 5 - SER
VICING
Frequency
Component
Lubricant
How to Lubricate
Weekly
Chain
Chain Lube or Light Oil
Brush On or Squirt
Derailleur Pulleys
Chain Lube or Light Oil
Brush On or Squirt
Derailleurs
Oil
Oil Can
Brake Calipers
Oil
3 drops from oil can
Brake Levers
Oil
2 drops from oil can
Monthly
Shift Levers
Lithium Based Grease
Disassemble
Every Six Months
Freewheel
Oil
2 squirts from oil can
Brake Cables
Lithium Based Grease
Disassemble
Yearly
Bottom Bracket
Lithium Based Grease
Disassemble
Pedals
Lithium Based Grease
Disassemble
Derailleur Cables
Lithium Based Grease
Disassemble
Wheel Bearings
Lithium Based Grease
Disassemble
Headset
Lithium Based Grease
Disassemble
Seat Post
Lithium Based Grease
Disassemble