Tune-Up Time! Keeping Your Scattante Carbon Road Bike Running Smooth
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Getting your bike a tune-up can improve its performance and ride quality. Here's what you can expect from a basic bicycle tune-up:

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General Inspection and Cleaning:

✅ Thorough cleaning: Your bike will be cleaned to remove dirt, grime, and dust, particularly in critical areas like the drivetrain and brakes.
✅ Safety check: The mechanic will check for any obvious safety hazards like loose bolts, worn cables, or damaged components.
✅ Tire pressure check and adjustment: Tires will be inflated to the proper pressure for your bike and riding style.

Drivetrain Optimization:

✅ Chain cleaning and lubrication: The chain will be cleaned of dirt and debris, then lubricated for smooth shifting and reduced wear.
✅ Casette and chainring cleaning: The cassette and chainrings will be cleaned to remove grime and ensure efficient power transfer.
✅ Derailleur adjustments: The derailleurs will be adjusted to ensure precise and smooth gear changes throughout the range.

Brake Adjustment and Inspection:

✅ Brake pad wear check: The mechanic will check the brake pads for wear and tear and replace them if necessary.
✅ Brake adjustment: Brakes will be adjusted for proper clearance and responsiveness.
✅ Hydraulic brakes (if applicable): Bleeding and adjustments may be performed on hydraulic brakes to ensure optimal performance.

Other Adjustments:

✅ Headset adjustment: The headset will be checked for play and adjusted for smooth steering.
✅ Bottom bracket check: The bottom bracket will be checked for play and tightness.
✅ Wheel truing: Wheels will be trued to ensure they are perfectly round and prevent rubbing against the brakes.
✅ Spoke tension check: Spoke tension will be checked and adjusted if necessary.

Additional Services (May Be Offered at Extra Cost):

✅ Full component overhaul: A deep clean and lubrication of all drivetrain components.
✅ Cable replacement: Replacing worn or damaged brake and shifter cables.
✅ Trueing and tensioning multiple wheels: If you have multiple sets of wheels for different riding conditions.
✅ Suspension service: For mountain bikes, suspension forks, and shocks may require specific maintenance and adjustments.

The specific services included in a tune-up may vary depending on the shop and your chosen tune-up. Be sure to ask the mechanic what's included before you leave your bike.

Things to Remember:

✅ Expect to leave your bike at the shop for a few hours.
✅ The tune-up cost will vary depending on the level of service and the shop.
✅ Regular tune-ups are essential for maintaining the performance and safety of your bike.

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