How to keep your bike in optimal condition
With regular maintenance and service, you can keep your bike running as smoothly as the day you bought it. Whatever your level of cycling experience, we recommend having your bike serviced by a certified bike mechanic as they have all the expertise, knowledge and tools needed to keep you rolling on the road or trails.
Lindtbergh strives every day to offer its customers the best service.
When you buy something from Lindtbergh, you will receive, in addition to the quality you are used to from Lindtbergh, some extra service. Our service consists of honest advice, flexibility, accurate maintenance and always being there for our customers. Just that little bit extra. Having your bike maintained is sometimes underestimated. However, most problems can be prevented by having maintenance carried out once a year.
Why regular maintenance is required.
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Regular maintenance of your bicycle is essential to extend the life of the bicycle and its components, keep them running smoothly for longer and reduce the time it takes to replace them.
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If you continue to cycle with a bicycle that shows a lot of wear, a domino effect will occur over time. More and more bicycle parts are becoming damaged, resulting in expensive repair costs.
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A good example of this is your necklace. If you replace your chain before it wears out, you probably won't need to replace your cassette and chainrings. A heavily worn chain, on the other hand, causes excessive wear on cassettes and chainrings and these will need to be replaced almost at the same time. That is why regular maintenance is not only beneficial for your own safety on the bike, but also saves you a lot of money in the long term. Moreover, a well-maintained bicycle rides wonderfully and ensures that you can hit the road without any worries. Bicycle maintenance services vary from bicycle repair shop to bicycle repair shop. Below you will find a general overview of what the different maintenance levels can entail.
Service levels
Basic service
Advanced service
Full service
May include adjustments to all nuts and bolts to meet torque specification, lubrication of drivetrain components, checking and adjusting brakes and gears.
This means in any case: the wheels are checked for alignment and aligned if necessary, the frame and fork are cleaned, parts of the drive shaft are removed, degreased and lubricated.
Can include basic and standard service, plus: completely stripping the bike, cleaning and lubricating all bike parts including bottom bracket, headset and wheel bearings, inspecting the frame and fork for damage and realigning if necessary. Install parts neatly so that the bicycle is in top condition again.
Lindtbergh recommends that you check your bike regularly. This increases safety before you start cycling.
We recommend that you check your bike once every 14 days or when you are going on a long bike ride. This check takes into account the most important moving parts, starting with the front wheel and the rear wheel. When tightening bolts, pay attention to the correct tightening torque; this is indicated on the part or in your user manual/manual.
#Checklist step by step
Tires and gear
Tires
Brakes
Headset
Use the release pin or thru axle bolt to check that they are secure. Check that the hub is in good condition by rocking the wheel back and forth and checking for play or unnatural movements.
Check with a floor pump whether the tire pressure is at the correct level. If there is too little air in the tires, inflate the tires to the desired level. Second, perform a visual inspection to see if the tire has thorns, punctures, or debris. Replace the tire if major damage is noted or if the tire appears brittle. Third, check that the tire is positioned correctly on the rim.
Turn the wheel and check that the brakes are working properly. Squeeze the brake lever gently and if too much force is required to stop the wheel or if the braking feels spongy, the cable tension should be checked. Another thing to check is that the wheel spins freely through the calipers. It must be said differently.
Check if the headset rocks or clicks. Perform this check by firmly gripping the head tube with one hand and pressing the front brake with the other hand. This stabilizes the front of the bike so you can shake the headset to detect any bumps or clicks in the bearings. If there is movement, make sure the headset and stem are tight, but don't go too far as this will restrict movement of the handlebars
Stem
Frame
Saddle
Pedals and chain
Check that your front wheel and stem do not move independently of each other and that your clamp bolts are properly tightened. Also check whether the stem is completely in line with your front wheel. If this is not the case, make sure this is resolved.
Check your frame for wear, damage or serious rust spots. This check requires focus on the area where the frame connects to the head tube, around the bottom bracket and on the welds.
Check whether the saddle is firmly seated on the seat post. Does the seat post or saddle move when pressure is applied? Is your saddle at the right height? Be careful not to set the seat post too high as this would exceed the maximum torque limit.
Make sure the pedals are securely attached but move freely. Check that the bicycle chain has been cleaned and lubricate your chain regularly with oil, looking for signs of chain rust. check the chainrings for missing or worn teeth.