Hi,
just got a new bike about 3 weeks ago, mainly for commuting. I haven't cycled in 10 years, and I'm 26. Which means that my father used to do all the maintenance for the bikes and unfortunately he's not around anymore.
So where should I start? Can anyone tell me or point me to a guide of what to do and how frequently? I have no idea and plenty of questions. I was thinking of getting one of those bike care plans at halfords (where I got my new bike) but honestly its so much better to learn by myself.
I even have doubts about lubrication. I have bought a GT85 can of lubricant (one of those light lubricants with PTFE). How often and where should I apply it - just on the chain or somewhere else too?
thanks!
just got a new bike about 3 weeks ago, mainly for commuting. I haven't cycled in 10 years, and I'm 26. Which means that my father used to do all the maintenance for the bikes and unfortunately he's not around anymore.
So where should I start? Can anyone tell me or point me to a guide of what to do and how frequently? I have no idea and plenty of questions. I was thinking of getting one of those bike care plans at halfords (where I got my new bike) but honestly its so much better to learn by myself.
I even have doubts about lubrication. I have bought a GT85 can of lubricant (one of those light lubricants with PTFE). How often and where should I apply it - just on the chain or somewhere else too?
thanks!