Parts of the Bicycle

The Frame

The Wheels

The Brakes

The Drivetrain

The Gearing System

The Steering System

Saddle and Seatpost

Suspension

Accessories

Basic Tool Set

General Tools

Bicycle-Specific Tools

Other Tools

Lubricants and Cleaners

Equipping Your Workshop

Spares and Replacement Parts

General Overhauling Procedures

Dealing With Instructions

Screw-Threaded Connections

Quick-Release Mechanisms

Cable Controls

Ball Bearings

Pre-Ride Inspection

Monthly Inspection

Annual Inspection

Cleaning the Bike

Replace Front Wheel with Quick-Release

Replace Front Wheel with Axle Nuts

Replace Rear Wheel with Quick-Release

Replace Rear Wheel with Axle Nuts

Spacers, Washers, and Keyed Plates

Hub Bearings

Special Wheels

The Rim

Wheel Truing Check

Wheel Truing

Emergency Buckled Wheel Repair

The Spokes

Individual Spoke Replacement

Wheel Spoking / Rim Replacement

Tire Inflation

Inner Tube Replacement

Puncture Repair

Tire Cover Repair

Tire Cover Replacement

The V-Brake

The Sidepull Brake

The Cantilever Brake

The Centerpull Brake

Common Rim Brake Features

Brake Test

Brake Adjustments

Adjust Brake Application

Adjust Brake Pads

Brake Centering

Brake Squeal Compensation

Brake Rumble Compensation

Replace Brake Cable

Replace Brake Levers

Overhaul Brake

Hydraulic Brakes and Their Controls

Principle of Operation

Brake Test

Brake Adjustment

Brake Cable and Lever Maintenance

Counter Lever Problems

Single-Speed Gearing Adaptations

Disk Brake Test

Disk Check and Maintenance

Disk Brake Caliper Maintenance

Hydraulic System Maintenance

The Cranks
Tighten Crank

Remove and Install Crank

Cottered Cranks

The Bottom Bracket

Adjust, Lubricate, or Overhaul BSA Bottom Bracket

One-Piece Crankset

Thompson-Type Bottom Bracket

The Chainrings

Tighten Chainrings

Replace Chainrings

Straighten Chainring and Chainring Teeth

Replace Pedals

Adjust Release Force of Clipless Pedal

Adjust Conventional Pedal Bearings

Lubricate and Overhaul Conventional Pedal

Maintenance of Cartridge-Bearing Pedal

Adjusting Shoe Plates

Convertible Pedals

Toe-Clips

Chain Sizes and Types

Chain Line

General Chain Maintenance

Chain Replacement

Chain Length

Chains With Master Link

The Rear Derailleur

Adjust Rear Derailleur

Rear Derailleur Over- and Undershift Adjustment

Rear Derailleur Maintenance

Replace Rear Derailleur

Adjust Front Derailleur

Front Derailleur Over- and Undershift Adjustment

Replace Derailleur Cable

Replace Front Derailleur

Shifter Maintenance

Freewheel and Cogs

Adapt Gear Range

Hub Gearing Components

Hub Gear Maintenance

Hub Gear Adjustment

Additional Maintenance Suggestions

Adjust Gear Range

Adjust Handlebar Height

Adjust Handlebar Angle

Replace Handlebars

Replace Stem

Replace Handgrips on Flat Handlebars

Install Bar Ends on Flat Handlebars

Replace Handlebar Tape on Drop Handlebars

Adjust Threaded Headset

Adjust Threadless Headset

Overhaul or Replace Threaded Headset

Overhaul or Replace Threadless Headset

Adjust Saddle Height

Adjust Saddle Angle and Forward Position

Replace Saddle

Replace Seatpost

Maintenance of Leather Saddle

Frame Inspection

Frame Alignment Check

Dropout Alignment Check

Fork Inspection

Front Fork Installation

Paint Touch-Up

Repainting Frame and Fork

Suspension Terminology

Suspension Stems

Suspension Forks

Suspension Fork Check

Suspension Fork Maintenance

Travel and Preload Check

Active Travel and Preload Adjustment

Suspension Seatposts

Shock Unit Maintenance

Suspension Troubleshooting

General Accessory Comments

Lock

Pump

Bicycle Computer

Luggage Rack

Fenders

Kick Stand

Warning Devices

Reflectors

Lights With Built-In Batteries

Lights with Central Battery

Generator Lights

Systematic Trouble-Shooting