SUMLON has found that cyclists use many wrong methods and ignore many important details when servicing and maintaining their bicycles. We hope to show you some important tips in preparation for bike maintenance to ensure that your maintenance is correct. We have two parts for this subject. Please check:
Bicycles maintenance：13 noticeable problems (I)
Bicycles maintenance：13 noticeable problems (II)
Is Frame and fork tightly joined?
You can easily see if the headset is loose when braking. Once you have completed a full maintenance, you need to test ride your bike and determine if the headset is properly installed.- g. If you ignore this and your headset does loosen, your head tube has a very high probability of deformation and breakage. Prevention of this is actually very simple. All you have to do is stand next to your bike, pinch the front brakes and shake your bike to check for ore at the head tube, i.e. check that the forks and frame are tightly engaged. If so, just unscrew your step and tighten your headset and check again for play. If not, reinstall your handle. Remember to use the torque wrench during the whole process, otherwise the head tube will be broken.
Has your seat post been stuck in the seat tube, too?
Whether it is carbon fiber, aluminum alloy or steel seat tube, long-time failure to wipe and clean may cause the seat post to be stuck in the seat tube, causing inconvenience and loss to you. Dust, sand and dirt may accumulate on the inner wall of the seat tube after long-time use, causing the seat rod to get stuck in the seat tube. This will make it difficult to adjust the seat height and replace the seat rod, and may even cause the seat rod unable to lift normally. Regularly pull out the seat bar for cleaning can avoid this situation and ensure the smooth use of the seat bar. Before cleaning, be sure to make sure you are seated so that you can recover to a comfortable riding position after reinstallation. For carbon fiber seat tube, more attention shall be paid to adding some anti-sliding agent to prevent the seat tube from sliding down. Seizure of the seat bar in the seat tube may lead to accidents, such as sudden sliding or shaking, increasing the risk of cycling. Regular cleaning of the inside of the seat tube can prevent this and improve the riding safety.
Are you still using a high-pressure water pump?
Bicycle structures contain many bearings. It includes headset, bottom cradle, front hub, real hub and pedals. Proper lubrication oil is required for normal operation of the bearing. When the pressure of the water flow is too large, the water will enter the bearing of the frame. The water flow from the high pressure water gun may wash off the lubricating oil on the bicycle, which will increase the friction between parts and lead to rust or damage of parts.. In addition, high pressure water flow is very easy to enter electronic components, causing short circuit and damage to electronic components. You don’t want this to happen.
What about the residual water in the gap between parts?
In addition to conventional wiping and lubricating oil supplement after washing, it is more critical to use a compressed air pump to remove the water in the gap between parts. This can effectively prevent rust and corrosion of parts. By removing water droplets from bearings, bowl sets, flower drums, flywheel clearances, brake calipers, etc., moisture can be prevented from seeping into parts and the risk of damage to parts is reduced. A compressed air pump allows you to do this very quickly. And drying is the best choice to ensure that the water is completely evaporated.
How do I mount pedals correctly?
When installing the foot pedal, you need to add sufficient grease to the threads and try to install the protective washer to prevent the connection between the crank arm and the foot from being too tight or oxidized. Do not use more than 30Nm of torque when screwing the foot into the crank arm. In addition, you need to be careful during the disassembly process. Please pay special attention to hand safety to avoid injuries, especially from accidental contact with teeth. Gloves are best worn at work to protect hands.
How do I ensure that the quick release system is correctly installed?
\Check your quick release system before each ride. In most cases, it is wrong to start the quick release system by rotating the handle. When installing and removing the quick release system, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions and ensure that the components are correctly aligned and locked. Do not overexert to avoid damaging the system or causing potential safety hazards.
Are you using the correct chain?
If you need to change the length of the chain, use a professional tool. In addition, the wear of the chain is also a problem to be noted. Early detection and repair of these problems can avoid damage to more accessories, including flywheel and real. It is recommended to check the length of the chain periodically with a chain measuring tool. If you ride more on the road, SUMLON recommends that you check your chains every 3000 km of road. If you ride more in the mountains, you have to consider whether to replace your chains after every 1500 km of cycling.
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