Whether they own the latest model or a classic with thousands of miles on it, beginner and experienced cyclists alike need a guide that will help them get their bikes out of the shop faster and keep them on the road longer. For more than 20 years, "The Bicycling Guide to Complete Bicycle Maintenance & Repair" has done just that. With troubleshooting sections to quickly identify and correct common problems, 450 photographs and 40 drawings to clarify all the step-by-step directions so even the complete neophyte can get repairs right the first time, and Web sites and phone numbers of bicycle and parts manufacturers, this is truly the ultimate bicycle repair and maintenance manual. Now better than ever, the newest edition contains the latest information on component kits and carbon fork specifications.

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Downs, Todd, Editors of Bicycling Magazine

Rodale ; Distributed to the trade by Macmillan

Rodale ; Macmillan [dist

Rodale Books

Expanded and rev. 6th ed., Emmaus, Pa, Pennsylvania, 2010

United States, United States of America

Penguin Random House LLC, Emmaus, 2010

Sixth, 2010

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Includes index.

Contents
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER 1: HOME BICYCLE REPAIR
You Are in the Saddle
Creating a Special Work Space
Avoid Problems through Preventive Maintenance
Don't Be a Statistic
Taking It to the Next Level
Basic Principles of Bicycle Maintenance and Repair
Boxing a Bike
CHAPTER 2: FRAMES
Frame Nomenclature
History of the Bicycle Frame
Frame Materials
The Basics of Frame Geometry
Fitting to the Frame
Frame Maintenance
Basic Frame-Alignment Checks
Repainting a Frame
A Worthy Investment
CHAPTER 3: SUSPENSION
Suspension Forks
Rear Suspension
Long Travel Bikes
Suspension Adjustments
General Suspension Tips
Troubleshooting
Basic Suspension Adjustment
CHAPTER 4: WHEELS & TIRES
What Makes a Good Wheel?
Selecting Wheels
Compatibility of Wheels and Bike
Special-Use Wheels
System or Traditional?
Wheel Maintenance and Repair
Removing and Remounting Wheels
Tire Mounting and Tube Repairs
Tubeless Tires
Mounting and Repairing Tubular Tires
Wheel Basics
Emergency Wheel and Tire Repairs
Wheel Construction
Troubleshooting
Wheel Removal and Remounting
Clincher Removal, Repair, and Remounting
Tubeless Tire Removal, Repair, and Remounting
Tubular Removal, Repair, and Remounting
Rim Maintenance and Repair
Spoke Maintenance and Replacement
Building New Wheels
Truing Wheels
CHAPTER 5: HUBS
Hub Construction
Checking Hub Adjustment
Adjusting the Hub
Hub Overhaul
Special Hub Tips
Shopping for New Hubs
Troubleshooting
Adjusting Cone-and-Locknut Hubs
Cone-and-Locknut Hub Overhaul
Overhauling and Adjusting a Campagnolo Hub Equipped with an Oversize Axle
Lubricating Sealed-Cartridge Bearings
CHAPTER 6: CRANKSETS
The Bottom Bracket
Identifying the Bottom Bracket Type
Changing Cranks
Preparing a Bottom Bracket Shell
Overhauling a Crankset and Bottom Bracket
Installing Cartridge-Style Bottom Brackets
Overhauling Cup-and-Cone Models
Installing Cup-and-Cone Bottom Brackets
Installing the Crankarms
Crankset Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Removal and Installation of Shimano Two-Piece Cranksets (Except XTR Model FC-M970)
Removal and Installation of Shimano XTR Model FC-M970 Cranksets
Removal and Installation of SRAM and Truvativ GXP Cranksets
Removal and Installation of FSA External Cranksets
Removal and Installation of Campagnolo and Fulcrum Ultra-Torque Cranksets
BB30 Removal and Installation
Removal and Installation of Shimano Octalink Cranksets
Sealed-Bearing Cartridge-Style Bottom Bracket Installation
Chainring Maintenance
Cup-and-Cone Bottom Bracket Adjustment
Cup-and-Cone Bottom Bracket Overhaul
CHAPTER 7: CASSETTES & FREEWHEELS
The Difference between Cassettes and Freewheels
Selecting the Right Cogset
Cleaning and Lubricating a Cassette or Freewheel
Removing a Freewheel
Removing Cassette Cogsets
Installing a Freewheel
Special Maintenance Situations
Troubleshooting
Basic Cassette and Freewheel Maintenance
Cassette Removal and Cassette Cog Disassembly
Freewheel Removal and Replacement
CHAPTER 8: CHAINS
Chain Identification
When to Service Chains
Separating a 1/8-Inch Chain to Remove It
Separating a 3/32-Inch Chain to Remove It
Cleaning and Lubricating Chains
Reassembling a Chain
Troubleshooting
Assembly and Disassembly of Quick-Connect Derailleur Chains
Chain Maintenance and Repair
CHAPTER 9: SHIFT LEVERS
Shift Lever Locations
Basic Shifter Designs
Removing Shift Levers
Servicing Shift Levers
Installing Shift Levers
Troubleshooting
Road-Integrated Brake-Shift Lever Installation
Shimano Dura Ace Di2 Installation and Setup
Twist-Grip Mountain Bike Shifter Removal, Installation, and Service
Mountain Bike Thumb Shifter Removal and Installation
Braze-On Shifter Installation
Bar-End Shifter Installation
CHAPTER 10: FRONT DERAILLEURS
How Front Derailleurs Work
Selecting a Front Derailleur
Removal, Installation, and Adjustment
Adjustments for Special Problems
Maintaining the Front Derailleur
Custom Derailleur Modifications
Troubleshooting
Front Derailleur Basic Maintenance
Front Derailleur Installation
Front Derailleur Adjustment
CHAPTER 11: REAR DERAILLEURS
Types of Rear Derailleurs
How Rear Derailleurs Work: The Rest of the Story
Selecting a New Rear Derailleur
Derailleur Mounting
Maintenance
Cable and Chain Adjustments
Installation
Adjustments
Modifications and Accessories
Troubleshooting
Rear Derailleur Removal and Installation
Rear Derailleur Cleaning and Lubrication
Rear Derailleur Adjustment
CHAPTER 12: HEADSETS
Types and Basic Parts
Buying a Headset
Making Headset Seals
Adjustment
Overhaul
Fitting a New Headset
Headset Quick Fix
Troubleshooting
Threaded Headset Adjustment
Threaded Headset Overhaul
Threadless Headset Adjustment and Overhaul
CHAPTER 13: BRAKES
Major Types of Brakes
Hydraulic Disc Brakes
Mechanical (Cable-Actuated) Disc Brakes
Rim Brakes
Brake Cable Housings
Buying the Right Brakes
Installing Brake Levers
Installing Brakes
Centerpull, Cantilever, and U-Brakes
Brake Centering
Solutions to Common Problems
Regular Maintenance Procedures
How to Cope with Brake Breakdowns
Troubleshooting Disc Brakes
Troubleshooting Rim Brakes
Aero Lever and Cable Installation
Interrupter Brake Lever Installation
Mountain Bike Lever and Cable Installation
Nonaero Lever Replacement
Sidepull Installation
Basics of Disc Brake Maintenance
Hydraulic and Mechanical (Cable-Actuated) Disc Brake Caliper Installation and Setup (Avid and Similar)
Hydraulic Disc Brake Installation and Setup (Hayes and Similar)
Hydraulic Disc Brake Installation and Setup (Shimano, Hope, Magura, and Similar)
Direct-Pull Cantilever (V-Brake) Adjustment
Brake Pad Maintenance
Centerpull Installation
Cantilever Installation and Adjustment
U-Brake Adjustment
CHAPTER 14: HANDLEBARS & STEMS
The Right Stem
Selecting a Handlebar
Installing Handlebars and Stems
Padding the Bars
Installing Brake Levers
Taping Drop Handlebars
Installing Mountain Bike Grips
Adjusting the Bar and Stem
Troubleshooting
Removing and Installing a Stem for Threadless Headset (Road and Mountain)
Handlebar and Stem Adjustment
Taping a Handlebar
CHAPTER 15: SADDLES & SEATPOSTS
Basic Saddle Construction
Saddles
Selecting a Saddle
Seatposts
Integrated Seatmasts
Saddle Tilt
Saddle Height
Saddle Position
Troubleshooting
Saddle Installation and Adjustment
CHAPTER 16: PEDALS
Pedal Types
Common Pedal Features
Keeping Clipless Pedals Working
When to Service Pedals
Removing Pedals
Cleaning and Greasing
Pedal Adjustment
Troubleshooting
Mountain Bike Clipless Pedal Maintenance
Cartridge-Type spindle Service
Conventional Pedal Repair and Maintenance
CHAPTER 17: GEARS
The Lingo
Gearing Simplified
Modifying Your Gearing
Putting It Together
GLOSSARY
RESOURCES
INDEX

<br>The fully revised and updated sixth edition of the best-selling guide to bike maintenance from the world’s leading authority on cycling<br>Whether they own the latest model or a classic with thousands of miles on it, beginner and experienced cyclists alike need a guide that will help them get their bikes out of the shop faster and keep them on the road longer. For more than 20 years, The Bicycling Guide to Bike Maintenance &amp; Repair has done just that.<br>With troubleshooting sections to quickly identify and correct common problems, 450 photographs and 40 drawings to clarify all the step-by-step directions so even the complete neophyte can get repairs right the first time, and Web sites and phone numbers of bicycle and parts manufacturers, this is truly the ultimate bicycle repair and maintenance manual. Now better than ever, the newest edition contains the latest information on component kits and carbon fork specifications.<p>&nbsp;</p>

The fully revised and updated sixth edition of the best-selling guide to bike maintenance from the world's leading authority on cyclingWhether they own the latest model or a classic with thousands of miles on it, beginner and experienced cyclists alike need a guide that will help them get their bikes out of the shop faster and keep them on the road longer. For more than 20 years, The Bicycling Guide to Complete Bicycle Maintenance & Repair has done just that.With troubleshooting sections to quickly identify and correct common problems, 450 photographs and 40 drawings to clarify all the step-by-step directions so even the complete neophyte can get repairs right the first time, and websites and phone numbers of bicycle and parts manufacturers, this is truly the ultimate bicycle repair and maintenance manual. Now better than ever, the newest edition contains the latest information on component kits and carbon fork specifications.

2021-08-20