Bicycle Maintenance

Here's a 13 point maintenance checklist for your mountain bike. With a few tools and regular checks, you can keep your mountain bike ready for any trail.

How to use a chainwhip and a Park FR-5 lockring removal tool. UPDATE: I'm no longer making the chain whips and selling them with the lockring tools but you c...

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In this how-to I am going to de-mystify the whole crank area of a new style Shimano equipped bike (excluding new 970 XTR, that is a whole di...

Any rider who hits the trails on a regular basis will have had to replace their brake pads at some point - the more you ride, the faster they wear out! If you haven't done the job yet, you're in luck. Today's Tech Tuesday takes a closer look at replacing the pads in a Shimano brake system. Inside you'll find some pointers to make the job easier, as well as a video guiding you through the process.

Any rider who hits the trails on a regular basis will have had to replace their brake pads at some point - the more you ride, the faster they wear out! If you haven't done the job yet, you're in luck. Today's Tech Tuesday takes a closer look at replacing the pads in a Shimano brake system. Inside you'll find some pointers to make the job easier, as well as a video guiding you through the process.

Learn how to Bleed Shimano Deore XT Hydraulic Disc Brakes. Next time you need to do annual maintenance, shorten or replace the hose, this video will give you...

If you've never had a go at bleeding your Shimano brakes, now is the time. Today's Tech Tuesday is here to guide you through the steps from start to finish and there is no reason to be intimidated - it's easier than you think! Inside you'll find some helpful pointers and a great video showing you the process.Get your tools and mineral oil and learn something new today!

Mountain Bike Maintenance Schedule

For the sixth episode of Technical Tuesday we'll explain how to fix a broken chain and how to properly use a chain tool. Inside you'll find step by step instructions and a great How-To video running you through this repair.Read on...

How to maintain your ITS-4 freewheel system

We take a closer look at the multiple bottom bracket configurations currently on the market.

Today's Tech Tuesday shows you how to install Shimano's XT Hollowtech cranks and outboard bearing bottom bracket. Inside you can watch a great video guiding you through the process. Read on...

How can you fix a broken derailleur hanger or rear mech? Subscribe to GCN on YouTube: http://gcn.eu/gcnsubs Don't reach for your mobile phone! If your rear m...

Finally found a video instructions how to bleed Shimano BR-M575 hydraulic disc brakes. Now im sharing it with you. Have fun (=

We show you the standard service procedure for common 2013 Mavic rear hubs. It applies to wheels like the CXR series, R-Sys, Ksyrium, Cosmic Carbone, and Comete disc.