Type of bike service i would require

Lombardo86

Hello

Hoping for some input from those more knowledgeable than myself on these matters.

Bought the commuter/hybrid via bike2work in December 2015. Got it serviced (i presume basic service) at the beginning of March. Now i am looking to get another service.

Having looked up a few shops near me, some have basic services, comprehensive services and the prices i can see range from 35EUR -> 99EUR.

Based on the below - hoping somebody might be able to give some insight as to
a) the type of service i should go for
b) how often i should be looking to get services based on my usage
c) of course any recommendations are always a good indicator also.
d) any particular things worth fixing / looking at perhaps every 2nd/3rd service.
e) components most likely to cause more expensive fixing at a later date

Basically i just want to look after the bike and want to do it in the most efficient way possible, however that may be.

- Bike is used 5 days a week
- 10k each way to/from work.
- Lapierre shaper hybrid bike

Thanks!

magicbastarder

i would say that unless there's a specific issue you need addressed, you don't need a service; you're doing 100k a week, and it was last serviced less than 3 months ago, so probably just over 1000km on it since.
most issues that would need addressing in that period would probably be cleaning/minor lubrication.

Lombardo86

magicbastarder wrote: »

i would say that unless there's a specific issue you need addressed, you don't need a service; you're doing 100k a week, and it was last serviced less than 3 months ago, so probably just over 1000km on it since.
most issues that would need addressing in that period would probably be cleaning/minor lubrication.

I was hoping that would be the consensus. I think i would still be more comfortable perhaps even arrange a minor service 1-2 times a year perhaps with another comprehensive service prior to winter to cover any of the bigger jobs that would need to be done.

The bike is currently running fine but i just like the thought of being a bit proactive ensuring it is in a good state than being reactive to something going wrong and having to deal with it then.

omri

Lombardo86 wrote: »

Hello

Hoping for some input from those more knowledgeable than myself on these matters.

Bought the commuter/hybrid via bike2work in December 2015. Got it serviced (i presume basic service) at the beginning of March. Now i am looking to get another service.

Having looked up a few shops near me, some have basic services, comprehensive services and the prices i can see range from 35EUR -> 99EUR.

Based on the below - hoping somebody might be able to give some insight as to
a) the type of service i should go for
b) how often i should be looking to get services based on my usage
c) of course any recommendations are always a good indicator also.
d) any particular things worth fixing / looking at perhaps every 2nd/3rd service.
e) components most likely to cause more expensive fixing at a later date

Basically i just want to look after the bike and want to do it in the most efficient way possible, however that may be.

- Bike is used 5 days a week
- 10k each way to/from work.
- Lapierre shaper hybrid bike

Thanks!

I would say do the 5 min bike wash every week.

And once in a while do the 30 min bike wash.

Once the bike is clean it will run better and you should be able to pick up just by hearing if there is anything that needs to be adjusted. GCN and youtube have plenty of videos of how to maintain the bike. So I wouldn't be wasting money on servicing the bike every 3 months or so. Just keep it clean and go to the bikeshop only if you must or if something got FUBARed.

Tony Beetroot

Its only a push bike not an aircraft so once a year unless gears/brakes are not functioning correctly.

Big Eejit

Lombardo86 wrote: »

I was hoping that would be the consensus. I think i would still be more comfortable perhaps even arrange a minor service 1-2 times a year perhaps with another comprehensive service prior to winter to cover any of the bigger jobs that would need to be done.

The bike is currently running fine but i just like the thought of being a bit proactive ensuring it is in a good state than being reactive to something going wrong and having to deal with it then.

The minor service 'work' that you'd be paying for will be exactly the same as what you would otherwise do yourself; i.e. They MIGHT give the bike rinse and a bit of oil, they'll check that the brakes work, they'll check that the gears work.

Servicing once a year is more than adequate.

ted1

You may need a change of brake pads. Post a photo of them.

Lombardo86

ted1 wrote: »

You may need a change of brake pads. Post a photo of them.

This is actually something i have been doing myself so am OK there.

For example some of the things i am seeing in the more expensive servicing offers:

1. Bottom bracket and pedals are inspected
2. Derailleur and brake cables are lubricate or replaced as necessary
3. Hub bearings are examined and adjusted if needed
4. Spoke tension is checked and adjusted

This was the type of thing i was curious about.

ted1

Lombardo86 wrote: »

This is actually something i have been doing myself so am OK there.

For example some of the things i am seeing in the more expensive servicing offers:

1. Bottom bracket and pedals are inspected
2. Derailleur and brake cables are lubricate or replaced as necessary
3. Hub bearings are examined and adjusted if needed
4. Spoke tension is checked and adjusted

This was the type of thing i was curious about.

Also your chain should be replaced every few thousand , you can get a chain wear indicator tool for about 7 euro on any of the sites.

mirrormatrix

Lombardo86 wrote: »

This is actually something i have been doing myself so am OK there.

For example some of the things i am seeing in the more expensive servicing offers:

1. Bottom bracket and pedals are inspected
2. Derailleur and brake cables are lubricate or replaced as necessary
3. Hub bearings are examined and adjusted if needed
4. Spoke tension is checked and adjusted

This was the type of thing i was curious about.

Number 2 should be offered as part of a standard service. No need to replace either derailleur or brake cables unless they are visibly worn or if you have shifting issues.

Spoke tension does not need to be checked or adjusted unless your wheel is visibly out of true.

No need to inspect any of the bearings unless you have an issue. If you regrease the bearings periodically it'll give your wheels a bit more life, but for the price of your (presumably) stock wheels it'd be easier if you just upgraded when their life is at an end.

I really think you are worrying way too much about this.