A well-maintained bike is safer, more enjoyable to ride and lasts significantly longer. Most routine maintenance tasks are straightforward to learn and require very few tools.
1. Chain Cleaning: The Most Important Maintenance Task
A dirty, dry chain rapidly wears cassettes and chainrings. Clean every 200-300km normally, every 80-100km in wet or muddy conditions. Degrease, rinse, dry, lubricate with appropriate oil, remove excess.
2. Tyre Pressure: Check Before Every Ride
- Tarmac: 55-75 psi (38-42mm tyres)
- Mixed surface: 35-50 psi
- Technical off-road: 25-35 psi
3. Hydraulic Disc Brakes
Signs to act: lever travelling too close to the bar (air in system), constant rubbing noise (worn pads), reduced braking power. Bleeding requires a specific kit — if unsure, visit a workshop.
4. Drivetrain: Basic Adjustment
If shifting is imprecise, try the barrel adjuster first. If the derailleur is bent after a crash, don't force it — take it to a mechanic to avoid damaging the frame hanger.
5. Seasonal Service
Every 2,000-3,000km: chain wear check, headset and bottom bracket bearings, spoke tension, cable lubrication. Rinos provides lifetime technical support on all bikes — contact us anytime.