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LSU Bikes!
Official Bicycle Care and
Repair Guide
Brought to you by
» LSU Student Government
» LSU UREC
» B.R.A.S.S.
» ECO @ LSU
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»Topics Covered
» Preventative MeasuresSizing and AdjustmentWear and TearPre-ride Checklist
» Basic RepairsFixing a FlatGreasing Your ChainChain Derailment
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»Sizing & Adjustment
»Preventative Measures
» Bike SizeYour leg should be almost fully extended at the lowest point of the pedal rotation
1 inch rule for road bikes: allow one inch between top tube and your crotch
Handlebar rule for mountain bikes: one or two inches below the level of the seat
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» Saddle AdjustmentTwo fasteners types:
» Lever Release
» Allen Wrench
»Sizing & Adjustment
»Preventative Measures
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» Wear & Tear
»Preventative Measures
» Brake PadsLonger time to stop
Adjust pad spacing Replace pads
» ChainFalling off; squeaking
Align deraileur; lube the chain!
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» Wear & Tear
»Preventative Measures
» TiresDeflate frequently
Check valve caps Check for punctures
» PedalCheck for cracks
Check that they’re free spinning
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» Pre-Ride Checklist
»Preventative Measures
» Proper AttireEnsure clothing will not enter gearsDress for the weather
» HelmetWear one!
» LightsCheck battery chargeREQUIRED at night
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» Pre-Ride Checklist
»Preventative Measures
» Tire PressureCheck for flats
» HandlebarCheck for looseness
» AxlesSpin the cranksIf it feels off, have it checked
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» Fixing a Flat
»Basic Repairs
» Tools Needed
Tire Lever Pump
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» Possible Material Needed
Inner tube
» Fixing a Flat
»Basic Repairs
Tire
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» Steps
1) Remove wheel
2) Remove tire (outer tube)
3) Replace inner tube
4) Remount outer tube
5) Remount wheel
» Fixing a Flat
»Basic Repairs
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» Greasing Your Chain
»Basic Repairs
» Tools Needed Your hands!
» Materials Needed Chain lube Old towel
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» Chain Derailment
»Basic Repairs
» What do you do? Stay calm and be patient Place your bike against a vertical surface
» Steps1) Relax the chain by pressing down on the rear deraileur (see
right)
2) Grab chain
3) Feed onto crank set
4) Slowly turn crank to engage properly
5) Once engaged, spin the pedals to ensure fix