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The period to service your bicycle

Regular servicing is a must to make assure that the bicycle is running smoothly and no damage to the components. It depends on distance, the more you ride the bicycle the more frequently you should service the bicycle. You should clean the bicycle if there is any dirt. Mostly in the rainy season, clean your bicycle frequently and check for chain lubricants as well. If the bicycle is not in use frequently still get it clean and use lubricant and at least check with the brakes.

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Check Wheels while servicing the bicycle at home

Check with the spoke to ensure they are correctly tensioned and replace anywhere. It should spin freely without any side-to-side movement. Needless to say, check with the quick release are tight and in good working condition. Inspect with the bearing for any damage and clean by wiping down the dirt. Avoid degrease or spray them with any cleaners, as they are sealed unit and it will wash out any lubrication within the casing. Mostly this may be the job for the experienced one. You can check and if found any issues, you can visit nearby repair shops to check the damage.

Tighten all the screws, the important part to check the bicycle at home

Tighten all the screws which are on the Bicycle. Check if any nut bolts are damaged or need to tighten. Make sure to check all the important key bolts to check.

Brakes and cables

Brakes are the important part, ensure brakes are well maintained and also check with cables. You can lift the tire and spin the tire and check by applying the brakes. Should work perfectly. Check with the wear and tear for brake pads. The brake leaver should not be sticky and ensure the brake cable is in good condition. If the brake cable is not good then you can replace the cable to ensure additional damage to other parts of the bicycle. You need to check brakes correctly. Adjust if needed and

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