Regular Bicycle Maintenance

Performing regular maintenance on a bicycle will improve its performance and longevity. The exact schedule for a particular bicycle will depend on how it is used i.e. it's weekly mileage, weather conditions, road (or off road) conditions and so on.

A yearly maintenance schedule should be considered to be a starting point that assumes an average rider and average conditions. Maintenance can then be made more or less frequent.

	Before Every Ride:
		Quick check of tyre inflation and condition.
		Visual brake inspection. Check brake cables, hoses and also pad wear.
		Check for broken spokes.
		Check for loose components.

	Once a Week:
		Degrease chain if there is a build up of old lubricant and dirt.
		Lubricate chain.
		Lubricate moving parts with light oil.
		Check hubs and bottom bracket for wobble.
		Rotate wheels to check that they are in true.

	Every Three to Six Months:
		Thoroughly check brake function.
		Check Derailleur (rear mech) adjustment.
		Grease Seat post. It may not technically be a moving part, but it is not desirable for it to become permanently stuck. Carbon Fibre seat posts should be removed and whipped clean and fitted again with no grease.
		A Bronze service should be considered to keep your bicycle in tip top condition.

	At Least Every Year:
		Complete disassembly, cleaning and lubrication of all moving parts.
		Check chain for wear. Replace chain as soon as it goes out of tolerance.
		Grease metal to metal contact points.
		Replace worn out parts as necessary.
		A Silver or Gold service is ideal at this time.

Suspension Maintenance:

Periodically, to maintain maximum performance, your suspension fork will need to be serviced (manufactures recommend an overhaul every 100 hours of riding). Who better to carry out that servicing than the authorised service centres?

All you need to do is bring your fork in to the shop and we will send your fork off to the appropriate service centre for repair/service. This service can prevent the need for replacing your fork which saves you money in the long run.

Hydraulic Maintenance:

We specialise in the repair and servicing of hydraulic disc brakes from leading names i.e. Shimano, Magura, Hope, Avid, Hayes and Formula. Whether it's a change of pads, fitting of Goodridge braided hoses or a complete overhaul we at Velocity Bikes are equipped to do the job.

Regular Bicycle Maintenance

Before Every Ride:

Once a Week:

Every Three to Six Months:

At Least Every Year:

Suspension Maintenance:

Hydraulic Maintenance: