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Bicycle Maintenance Routine

A bicycle maintenance checklist covering tires, chain, brakes, bolts and frame. Tick items off as you check them.

What this tool does

A bicycle maintenance checklist covering tires, chain, brakes, bolts and frame. Tick items off as you check them.

How to use

  1. Work down the list and tick each item as you finish it.
  2. Ticks are saved on this device, in your browser, so they are still there when you come back.

What this checklist covers

The list has 4 groups and 15 items.

  • Wheels and tires (4 items): Check tire pressure; Inspect tires for wear; Check wheel true; Check spoke tension
  • Brakes and cables (3 items): Check brake pad wear; Test brake alignment; Inspect cables for fraying
  • Drivetrain (3 items): Clean drivetrain; Clean and lube chain; Lube derailleur pivots
  • Frame and fit (5 items): Tighten loose bolts; Check headset tightness; Test quick releases; Inspect frame for cracks; Wipe down frame

Tip: Work through the list in order, then tick each item as you finish it. Ticks are saved on this device.

Limitations

  • This is a general list. It does not know your bike, how often you ride or the conditions you ride in.
  • It names the checks but does not explain how to do them or what a safe reading looks like. Follow your bike's manual.
  • Ticks are saved only in this browser on this device.

FAQs

Q: Does the list change with my kind of bike?
A: No. It starts as one list of common bicycle checks, the same for every bike. It does not ask about your bike type, so remove or skip items that do not apply, such as derailleur pivots on a single-speed bike, and add your own.
Q: Are my ticks saved?
A: Yes. Ticks are saved in your browser on this device, so they are still there when you come back. They are not sent anywhere and do not follow you to another device or browser.
Q: How do I start again for the next service?
A: Untick the items you have done. Clearing your browser data for this site also removes the saved ticks.
Q: Does the list tell me how to do each task?
A: No. It only names the checks. Use your bike's manual or a trusted repair guide for the method, and ask a bike shop about anything you are unsure of.

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