Hi,
I recently bought a 2008 Dahon Jack and I had it assembled at a Bike shop just to be safe. When I took it there the guy who set it up was only young and I think he had only been there for a few weeks and only had basic training. I wasn't too bothered as it was only going to be assembled. Anyway, the Bike has an annoying loud clicking sound constantly, especially when going uphill pedalling. Also, the chain ALWAYS comes off when its in gear one, which is very annoying. And this is the worrying part, when I brake, as the Bike slows down I can feel this little bump every time the wheels turn. I don't know if the bump is there when I'm going fast as I can't feel anything, but when I brake I can definitely feel it.
Its so frustrating, as I don't want some young apprentice fixing it, I want an experienced Bike technician. How do I find someone who KNOWS what they're doing, as most of the Shops seem to only have these staff who know nothing about Bikes. I'm no Bike expert whatsoever, but I want someone who is an expert. I don't know what to do.
I'm only 16 and I spent most of my Money on the Bike, and now I think I have to spend more on having it fixed, which I don't know if I can afford. My Dad said he would take it to one of his mates, but I'm not sure as I want it done properly. What should I do?
I would really appreciate your help.
Thank you for your time,
Stevj016.
I recently bought a 2008 Dahon Jack and I had it assembled at a Bike shop just to be safe. When I took it there the guy who set it up was only young and I think he had only been there for a few weeks and only had basic training. I wasn't too bothered as it was only going to be assembled. Anyway, the Bike has an annoying loud clicking sound constantly, especially when going uphill pedalling. Also, the chain ALWAYS comes off when its in gear one, which is very annoying. And this is the worrying part, when I brake, as the Bike slows down I can feel this little bump every time the wheels turn. I don't know if the bump is there when I'm going fast as I can't feel anything, but when I brake I can definitely feel it.
Its so frustrating, as I don't want some young apprentice fixing it, I want an experienced Bike technician. How do I find someone who KNOWS what they're doing, as most of the Shops seem to only have these staff who know nothing about Bikes. I'm no Bike expert whatsoever, but I want someone who is an expert. I don't know what to do.
I'm only 16 and I spent most of my Money on the Bike, and now I think I have to spend more on having it fixed, which I don't know if I can afford. My Dad said he would take it to one of his mates, but I'm not sure as I want it done properly. What should I do?
I would really appreciate your help.
Thank you for your time,
Stevj016.