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[summary]Helpful tips about bicycle maintenance, repair and troubleshooting.[/summary] | |
This is a general troubleshooting guide for all bikes. While most bikes are made the same there are some that may not follow these exact guidelines. But before you try tackling bigger problems here are some tips for general bicycle maintenance. | |
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+ | ***Before Every Ride*** |
* Check tire pressure (You can find the proper pressure rating on the sidewall of the tire). | |
* Always carry a kit to fix a flat. | |
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+ | ***After your ride*** |
* Clean bicycle and store to limit exposure to elements that may exacerbate corrosion or rust. | |
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+ | ***Once a month*** |
* Do a more through safety inspection (check for cracks in areas where parts are bolted to each other). | |
* If you own clipless pedals then lightly lubricate pivot points and springs. | |
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+ | ***Once every six months*** |
* Check shifting and braking cables and housing for cracking and corrosion. | |
* Change oil, dust wipers, and replace seals on suspension fork and rear shock. | |
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+ | ***Once a year*** |
* Overhaul loose ball bearing hubs. | |
=== Single sprocket bike === | |
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+ | ***Identify what is causing the problem*** |
If the chain is too loose it will skip when you are pedaling under a load or when you are going over bumps. If the chain is worn out (which does happen after about 1000 miles depending on how well chain has been maintained) it can also cause slipping and may wear out drive train components. If your chain is too long see the [guide|4081|Chain Link Removal Guide] to remove a chain and the [guide|4082|Chain Reassembly Guide] for reconnecting your chain. | |
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+ | ***Adjust slop*** |
Loosen the two axle nuts or quick-release lever and slide the wheel towards the rear of the bike to take up the slack in the chain. Be careful to not over tighten the chain as it will put unnecessary pressure on the chain and bearings causing more friction on the drive system. Multiple adjustments may be necessary to achieve the perfect tension. | |
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+ | ***Alignment*** |
Check to make sure the rear wheel is centered in the rear. Use the seat tube (the part of the bike that your seat post is inserted into) as a guide to center tire. Looking down the length of the chain, it should not have to bend side to side when it goes around either sprocket. | |
=== Multi-speed bike === | |
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+ | ***Identify what is causing the problem*** |
The chain can be either slipping while staying on the same gear or the chain can be randomly jumping from one gear to the next. It can be difficult to distinguish between the two. Multi-speed bikes have derailleurs which keep the chain in tension on all gears so chain tension should not cause the chain to slip although you can adjust the chain tension with the derailleur. Check the [guide|3796|Rear Derailleur Adjustment Guide] for help adjusting your derailleur. | |
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+ | ***If your chain is slipping*** |
The chain could have a stiff link. A stiff link can be caused by rust or a bent link. You can try to putting some oil on the chain and cycle the chain a bit to get rid of rust, but don't expect this to eliminate the problem. It is hard to straighten bent links so it is better to just remove them with a chain cutter tool or replace the chain altogether. (See the [guide|4081|Chain Removal Guide]. While putting the chain back together make sure you use a new chain pin since they require a press fitting and reusing the old one could cause chain to break apart under load. | |
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+ | ***If your chain is shifting at random*** |
This may be a problem with the derailleur adjustment, with cable corrosion, or you may have a bent derailleur hanger. See the [guide|3796|Derailleur Adjustment Guide] |
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