nat's got a dvd player. i watched underworld last night. and try this -- now, someone tell me the why?now that i have a bike, i must -- Air your bike tires!!! The air pressure in a bike’s tires bleeds down naturally, check pressure often and use a floor pump for regular inflation. Frame mounted pumps are for on-road repairs only. Pump strokes MUST go all the way down each time to be effective. Use shorter upstrokes to finish the inflation of high pressure tires with ease.
Keep your chain lubed and wiped completely clean.
Make sure the rear derailleur’s “pulleys” are lubricated properly.
Make sure hub bearings are well greased and smoothly adjusted.
Keep cables lubricated, especially after wet riding.
Check brake pads for excessive wear and rubbing (pads are worn out when grooves disappear).
Do not wash your bike, instead, clean the frame with furniture polish, and the rims with “409”.
Make sure that wheels are fastened firmly and become familiar with “quick release”operation.
Have crank bearings (bottom bracket) and fork bearings (headset) checked periodically.
Lubricate all derailleur and brake pivot points regularly.
Check critical fasteners at least once per season, and after every service.
Inspect rims for cracks or damage at least every 6 months.
Inspect frame and forks for cracks or damage with every cleaning.
Inspect tires for cuts (larger than 1/8”) and wear before every ride.
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