How Often Should I have the Bike Serviced?Updated 3 months ago

Interval

Inspect

Service

Replace

Weekly,

100-200

miles

- Check

hardware for

proper torque:

See

Recommended

Torque Values

chart.

- Check the drivetrain for

proper alignment and

function (including the

chain, freewheel,

chainring, and derailleur).

- Check wheel

trueness and for

quiet wheel

operation (without

spoke noise).

- Check the condition of the frame

for any damage.

- Clean frame by

wiping frame

down with damp

cloth.

- Use barrel

adjuster(s) to

tension derailleur/

brake cables if

needed.

- Any components

confirmed by Ariel

Rider Bikes

Technical Support

or a certified,

reputable bike

mechanic to be

damaged beyond

repair or broken.

Monthly,

250-750

miles

- Check brake pad

alignment, brake cable

tension.

- Check bike is shifting

properly, proper

derailleur cable tension.

- Check chain stretch.

- Check brake and

shifter cables for

corrosion or fraying.

- Check spoke tension.

- Check accessory

mounting (rack mounting

bolts,

fender hardware, and

alignment).

- Clean and lubricate

drivetrain.

- Check crankset and

pedal torque.

- Clean and

optionally

lubricate brake

and shift cables.

- True and tension

wheels if any

loose spokes are

discovered.

- Replace

brake and

shift cables

if necessary.

- Replace

brake

pads if

necessary.

Every 6

Months,

750-1250

miles

- Inspect drivetrain

(chain, chainring,

freewheel, and

derailleur).

- Inspect all cables and

housings.

- Standard tune-

up by certified,

reputable bike

mechanic is

recommended.

- Grease bottom

bracket.

- Replace brake

pads.

- Replace tires if

necessary.

- Replace cables

and housings

if necessary.