Bike Servicing.

Monkey09

Hi,
I'm looking for some advice about my bike. I got it about 7 years ago and used it for a couple of months. Unfortunately it was put back into the shed and haven't used it very much at all since then. I took it out again over the w/end. It looked in failrly good nick but the back wheel couldn't be pumped up at all.
So do i just need to get a new valve or would i need a full service because it hasn't been used in so long?
Also, any recommendations on where i could take the bike for repair.
How much would a service set me back?

justo

Monkey09 wrote: »

Hi,
I'm looking for some advice about my bike. I got it about 7 years ago and used it for a couple of months. Unfortunately it was put back into the shed and haven't used it very much at all since then. I took it out again over the w/end. It looked in failrly good nick but the back wheel couldn't be pumped up at all.
So do i just need to get a new valve or would i need a full service because it hasn't been used in so long?
Also, any recommendations on where i could take the bike for repair.
How much would a service set me back?

After such a long time in the shed it would definately need a service. you could also ask the bike shop to check the saddle height/ handle bar position to make sure your posture is correct.

It could be about 50 euros upwards, but a good shop should have a set price for a basic service and a listed price for specific repairs.

Where are you based? if you are in dublin you could use 2 wheels in Sandynount where I got my bike serviced a while ago. they are very well priced and offer good friendly advice.

i have no connection with this company btw.

as far as cost is concerned, i think a good shop should have a set price for a basic service and a list of specific costs for specific repairs.

la calera

See below - to be found in the cycling adverts section. Super reviews from boards members. Very reasonable and will talk you through the work.

Mr. Skeffington wrote: »

http://www.adverts.ie/showproduct.php?product=126255

Hi All,

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So you can call to my workshop, or I offer a mobile service, you can buy your own parts and have them fitted while you wait or I can supply the required components for the job.

I also offer cycle repair lessons covering the basics all the way to repairing buckled wheels, maintaining bottom brackets, headsets etc.

Rates are very reasonable, PM for more details.

Some feedback from Boards / Adverts Customers:
Called out to Mr Skeffington for bike maintenance lesson last night. Would highly recommend it for beginners and more experienced bike enthusiasts.
After only 2 hrs or so, I am confident I can service my own bike (better than most bike shops) and save myself a few quid on any problems that might arise in the future.

blorg

+1 on Mr Skeffington, he will take you through it so you learn from it too and can do more of the maintenance yourself in future.

If the back wheel can't be pumped you may need a new tube but these are not expensive, €2-7 depending where you get it. €10-15 including the labour to replace if you don't want to do it yourself.