Handy Hints

We have a few simple tips about bikes that we would like to share with you.

After you check your tyre pressure, get in the habit of checking that your chain is lubricated and your brake pads are aligned with the rim and not worn too low.

If your chain needs lubricating any oil will do, but we recommend you use a proper chain lube which doesn’t attract the dirt, so it doesn’t get as messy. Any time you need to lube your chain, it’s worth dropping some lube on to brake cables and gear cables at any points on the bike where you see the braided inner cable disappear in to the plastic coated outer cable. Hold the bike up and let gravity take the lube in to the hidden part of the cable. Most geared bikes will have 2 brake cables and 2 gear cables. You’ll be amazed at how much easier gear shifting is, when you keep cables lubed.
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