Essential Bike Maintenance for Beginners
A 10-part course with Vilano Bikes
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- Total Time 1 hr, 10 min
- Lessons 10
- Attachments 11
- Exercises 32
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40 CQ
10 Lessons in This Course
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7 minFREEBiking lesson 1Free4 CQ
Since tubes and tires fall victim to wear and tear, it's important to learn how to fix these items yourself. Learn in this essential DIY bike repair lesson!
with Vilano BikesSince tubes and tires fall victim to wear and tear, it's important to learn how to fix these items yourself. Learn in this essential DIY bike repair lesson!
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2 minBiking lesson 22 CQ
A well-adjusted saddle can make the difference between a comfortable and painful ride. In this DIY bike repair lesson, learn to adjust or remove the saddle.
with Vilano BikesA well-adjusted saddle can make the difference between a comfortable and painful ride. In this DIY bike repair lesson, learn to adjust or remove the saddle.
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5 minBiking lesson 33 CQ
A factory-direct bicycle out of the box may seem ready to ride, but there are a few DIY bike adjustments that needs to happen before you hit the road.
with Vilano BikesA factory-direct bicycle out of the box may seem ready to ride, but there are a few DIY bike adjustments that needs to happen before you hit the road.
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5 minBiking lesson 43 CQ
As a responsible cyclist, making sure your brakes are tuned properly is an absolute must. Learn how to adjust caliper brakes in this DIY bike repair lesson!
with Vilano BikesAs a responsible cyclist, making sure your brakes are tuned properly is an absolute must. Learn how to adjust caliper brakes in this DIY bike repair lesson!
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8 minBiking lesson 55 CQ
All bicycle derailleurs need adjustment. You can get this fix done at the bike shop, or do a DIY fix. Learn how to adjust limit screws on a derailleur!
with Vilano BikesAll bicycle derailleurs need adjustment. You can get this fix done at the bike shop, or do a DIY fix. Learn how to adjust limit screws on a derailleur!
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4 minBiking lesson 63 CQ
If you ride a low- to medium-end bike, you likely have a JIS sealed bottom bracket cartridge. Luckily, this common cartridge is easy to replace at home!
with Vilano BikesIf you ride a low- to medium-end bike, you likely have a JIS sealed bottom bracket cartridge. Luckily, this common cartridge is easy to replace at home!
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11 minBiking lesson 76 CQ
If there is one repair that every bike owner needs to know how to complete it's fixing a flat! Learn tricks to fix a rear tire in this bike repair lesson.
with Vilano BikesIf there is one repair that every bike owner needs to know how to complete it's fixing a flat! Learn tricks to fix a rear tire in this bike repair lesson.
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7 minBiking lesson 84 CQ
Learn how to adjust a linear pull brake (or v brake), improve your skills as a DIY bike mechanic, and say goodbye to mushy, uneven brakes on your bicycle!
with Vilano BikesLearn how to adjust a linear pull brake (or v brake), improve your skills as a DIY bike mechanic, and say goodbye to mushy, uneven brakes on your bicycle!
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6 minBiking lesson 94 CQ
Although more expensive than rim brakes, disc brakes are gaining popularity among cyclists. Learning how to adjust them correctly is key to DIY bike repair.
with Vilano BikesAlthough more expensive than rim brakes, disc brakes are gaining popularity among cyclists. Learning how to adjust them correctly is key to DIY bike repair.
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10 minBiking lesson 106 CQ
Whether you are fixing up an old bike or assembling a new one, learn how to adjust the rear derailleur with a little trial and error to get it just right.
with Vilano BikesWhether you are fixing up an old bike or assembling a new one, learn how to adjust the rear derailleur with a little trial and error to get it just right.
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626 min6-part Biking course16 CQ
In this course from cycling expert Cycling 101, cover useful topics like adjusting the derailleur, inspecting your bike for wear and tear, cleaning your chain and rear gear cassette, and more.
with Cycling 101In this course from cycling expert Cycling 101, cover useful topics like adjusting the derailleur, inspecting your bike for wear and tear, cleaning your chain and rear gear cassette, and more.
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1025 minFREE10-part Biking courseFree18 CQ
Planning a bike riding trip? Whether you're riding a road bike or a mountain bike, following these tips—from how to pack for a ride, to how to fix a broken bike chain—can help you have more fun!
with Art's CycleryPlanning a bike riding trip? Whether you're riding a road bike or a mountain bike, following these tips—from how to pack for a ride, to how to fix a broken bike chain—can help you have more fun!
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414 minFREE4-part Biking courseFree9 CQ
Urban biking is a fun and exciting way to explore a city, commute, and get in shape! In this brief, beginner-level course, learn the ins and outs of urban cycling.
with Laura LukitschUrban biking is a fun and exciting way to explore a city, commute, and get in shape! In this brief, beginner-level course, learn the ins and outs of urban cycling.
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1070 min10-part Biking course40 CQ
As a cyclist, there is nothing more exciting than buying a new bicycle! Learn to complete your first tune up and adjustment before hitting the road, and skip the trip to the bike shop.
with Vilano BikesAs a cyclist, there is nothing more exciting than buying a new bicycle! Learn to complete your first tune up and adjustment before hitting the road, and skip the trip to the bike shop.
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1127 min11-part Biking course23 CQ
Have bike stunt dreams beyond popping wheelies? Whether you dream of biking competitively or want to add finesse to your mountain biking excursions, this course builds confidence, one stunt at a time.
with ThinkBikesHave bike stunt dreams beyond popping wheelies? Whether you dream of biking competitively or want to add finesse to your mountain biking excursions, this course builds confidence, one stunt at a time.