Bike maintenance
| What | When | How | Done |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tire pressure | Before every ride | Use a gauge; set it for your weight and terrain | ☐ |
| Quick releases or thru-axles | Before every ride | Fully closed and tight | ☐ |
| Brakes: lever feel and pads | Every week | Firm lever; more than 1 mm of pad material left | ☐ |
| Lube the chain | Every 125-185 mi (200-300 km) or after rain | Clean chain, one drop per link, wipe off the excess | ☐ |
| Clean the drivetrain | Every 310-620 mi (500-1,000 km) | Degreaser, brush and rinse | ☐ |
| Chain wear | Every 620 mi (1,000 km) | Chain checker: replace at 0.5% (11-12 speed) or 0.75% (8-10 speed) | ☐ |
| Tubeless sealant | Every 2-6 months | Sooner in summer and hot weather | ☐ |
| Tires: wear and cuts | Every month | Wear indicators, cuts and exposed casing | ☐ |
| Bolts (stem, handlebar, seatpost) | Every month | Torque wrench, to the manufacturer's spec | ☐ |
| Spokes and wheel true | Every 2-3 months | No loose spokes, no brake rub | ☐ |
| Cables and housing | Every year | Replace if shifting or braking feels stiff | ☐ |
| Hydraulic brake bleed | Every year | Sooner if the lever pulls to the bar | ☐ |
| Fork and shock | Per the manufacturer (50-200 h) | Lower-leg service and seals | ☐ |
| Full shop tune-up | Every year | Headset, bottom bracket, hubs, drivetrain | ☐ |
Intervals are guidelines for regular riding. In mud, rain or racing, shorten them. Always follow the manufacturer's manual.