Mountain Bike Maintenance 101

Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Subject Area

Physical Education

Grade(s)

9, 10, 11, 12

Overview

How do you keep a mountain bike running reliably? The best way is to perform regular mountain bike maintenance. Dirt and grime corrode both the frame and the components. Your frame needs to be cleaned regularly, and the components require cleaning and servicing as well.

Failing to grease and clean components can result in a noisy ride at best. At worst, parts will break or fail. Cleaning the frame will prevent grime from chipping away at the paint and finish. Routine maintenance lets you avoid unpleasant surprises on the road and replace cables and brake pads before you’re in trouble.

There are a lot of important steps, but we’ve broken down the most common maintenance routines to help you get started. From filling the tires to bleeding your brakes, this guide will help you keep your mountain bike clean and problem-free.

Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 09-12 - Adventure and Cooperative Activities - Level 1

PE19.AC1.2.1

Recognize unsafe situations related to participation in outdoor activities.

Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 09-12 - Adventure and Cooperative Activities - Level 2

PE19.AC2.2.2

Model proper skills and components for the specified outdoor sport.

CR Resource Type

Informational Material

Resource Provider

The Adventure Junkies

License Type

Custom
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