How often should you service your bicycle?

 

When a bicycle is being used regularly, it should be tuned up once a year minimum. Of course everyone rides their bike to varying degrees and in different conditions, therefore it is a good idea to have it inspected by our professional technicians.

 

What should you do to maintain your bicycle?
There are a few things you can do yourself between tune-ups, the most important is to keep your bike clean and the drive train parts lubricated.  Every so often depending on use, apply a light weight lube (We have a few different products in stock to choose from) to the chain, freewheel and derailleur pivots.  Always check the tire pressure.  A floor pump with a pressure gauge is a handy tool to have since inner tubes bleed air over time.  Riding with the proper tire pressure will decrease rolling resistance making it easier to pedal and reduces the chance of getting a flat tire.  The recommended pressure will be printed on the side of the tire. Following these tips should make it less likely that your bike would need a repair.
Does your bike need a repair?

Do you have a bike with a flat tire? Gears hesitate?  Brakes don't work?  Wheels aren't straight?  Tires are worn-out?  The bike makes irritating noises?  Bring the bike in to us and our mechanics will look after it. You will be surprised at how reasonable our rates are and how quickly you can have your bike back.  Our mechanics have experience with just about every kind of problem and can work on every type of bike.

 

ESTIMATES ARE FREE!
 

Turn-Around Time:
We work really hard to turn our service around within 2-3 business days.

 

SERVICE RATES:

On the spot flat tire service from $9.95
Truing Wheels from $14.95 to $29.95
Minimum shop charge is $9.95

 

TUNE UPS:
 
PIT STOP - $39.95

If your bike isn't worn out, but needs some help and TLC, The Pit-Stop is perfect for you.  It includes:
-Front & rear brake adjustments
-Front & rear gear adjustments
-Lubricate drive train -Inflate Tires
-Safety inspection
All parts, installations, and taxes are extra.
 

REGULAR TUNE-UP - $79.95

If your bike has some worn parts, corrosion, isn't shifting properly, brakes don't stop you very well, etc.  You need a Tune-Up.  It includes:
-All the work we do in the Pit-Stop -Headset adjustment -Minor true both wheels -Adjust bottom bracket and cones
-Tighten handlebars, saddle, pedals, wheels and crank
-Wipe down bicycle (complete cleaning is extra) Includes installation costs of all cables, chain, freewheel/cassette, brake pads and tires/tubes
All additional part installations are extra
Does not include suspension work or hydraulic disc brake bleeding
Very dirty bikes will require a $5 wash prior to servicing (This is not a drive-train clean, this is a hose-off) It is better to bring it in clean!
All parts and taxes are extra
 

PERFORMANCE TUNE-UP - $119.95

If your bike has some worn parts, corrosion, isn't shifting properly, brakes don't stop you very well, etc. and the suspension needs some help, You need a Performance Tune-Up.  It includes:
-All the work we do in the Pit-Stop and Tune-Up -Suspension work
-Grease MCU's/Springs, Adjust air pressure, Lubricate seals, Lube & Tighten Rear Linkage, Check Oil colour & viscosity.
-Minor Drive train Clean.
-Align dropouts and rear derailleur hanger Includes installation costs of all cables, casings, chain, chainrings, grips, freewheel/cassette, brake pads and tires/tubes
All other part installations are extra , disc brake bleeding is extra, suspension fork and rear shock re-build is extra
Very dirty bikes will require a $5 wash prior to servicing (This is not a drive-train clean, this is a hose-off) It is better to bring it in clean!
All Parts and taxes are extra.
 

OVERHAUL - $149.95

If your bicycle needs some serious TLC.  The Overhaul is for you!  We strip the bike down to the frame and start again.

 

  It includes:
-Disassembly and cleaning of all components -Reassembly of the entire bicycle from scratch
-Repacking all bearing assemblies (both hubs, headset and bottom bracket) with new grease -Full wheel truing
-Make sure controls are properly aligned -Align dropouts and rear derailleur hanger
-Facing the bottom bracket shell and head tube
Includes installation costs of all cables, casings, chain, chainrings, grips/handlebar tape, freewheel/cassette, brake pads, tires/tubess, handlebars, bearings and cones
All other part installations are extra
Disc brake bleeds are and suspension work additional
Very dirty bikes will require a $5 wash prior to servicing (This is not a drive-train clean, this is a hose-off) It is better to bring it in clean!
All Parts and taxes are extra

Wheel Building - From $69.95 (per wheel)

If you are looking for performance, or added durability, consider a Custom Wheel build
-Our professional, custom wheel builder has over 25 years of experience and has built wheels for many demanding requirements.
-Wheels can be built to suit your riding style and specific needs.
 

 

WE KNOW BIKES

 

Last Updated January 26th 2012