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12-11.-2007, 11:06 PM
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Bike Service
Hi I want to get my Giant MTB serviced, mainly the gears, as they will not
change smoothly anymore. What should I expect to pay at a local BS for this service ? Cheers |
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13-11.-2007, 03:51 AM
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Re: Bike Service
On Nov 12, 10:06 pm, "Zach" <zac...@hotmail.com> wrote:
> Hi I want to get my Giant MTB serviced, mainly the gears, as they will not > change smoothly anymore. I assume you've taken the first step of cleaning your chain and cogs? > What should I expect to pay at a local BS for this service ? $30 - $50 plus parts. A proper service should include adjustment of not only the gears but also brakes, truing of the wheels etc. Adjustment of the derailleurs is a fairly straightforward job requiring no tool more complex than a screwdriver, instructions are available online if you google for them. But there is merit too in the idea of just dropping it off somewhere to be serviced so you won't get grease on everything and know the job has been done properly... Travis |
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13-11.-2007, 04:07 AM
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Re: Bike Service
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Well it is going to depend on how old the chain/cassette is, or it could be just a cable/shifter adjustment, so how old ? how many km's approx. ? Are we talking 5 years.... can't make out the chain links for the grease and dirt ?? or is it the first bike service that you should get for free ?? |
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13-11.-2007, 06:38 AM
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Re: Bike Service
If your chain and cogs have had it your looking at about $350.00 for new
front and back cogs and a new chain. "Zach" <zack69@hotmail.com> wrote in message news:47384fed$1@dnews.tpgi.com.au... > Hi I want to get my Giant MTB serviced, mainly the gears, as they will not > change smoothly anymore. > > What should I expect to pay at a local BS for this service ? > > Cheers > |
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13-11.-2007, 07:14 AM
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Re: Bike Service
On 2007-11-12, Kenny <stuffyermailskimers@bugpund.com> wrote:
> If your chain and cogs have had it your looking at about $350.00 for new > front and back cogs and a new chain. > > "Zach" <zack69@hotmail.com> wrote in message > news:47384fed$1@dnews.tpgi.com.au... >> Hi I want to get my Giant MTB serviced, mainly the gears, as they will not >> change smoothly anymore. >> >> What should I expect to pay at a local BS for this service ? >> >> Cheers >> Basic service around $60 - 75 depending on the LBS, If the gears don't work well 'cause the cables are old add $20 for all new cables when done as part of a service. I If the rear cogs and chain are worn add between $56 - ??? depending on what sort of gears you have. If the front cogs are worn add $32 if it's one replacable chain ring or $44 for a new basic crankset if the chainrings are non-replacable. If it's a 7spd rear wheel you're looking at $190 - 200 for a whole new drive train and cables, and the LBS should re-pack the hubs as well if this is done as part of a service. Only if it's a 9/10spd should be be looking at over $300 Or if you're handy buy a tool box and have a go yourself! the only bike specific tools you need for this job are an appropriate cassette remover and maybe a chain whip. Sheldon Brown <http://www.sheldonbrown.com> has good howtos for most things bike related. -- Human Powered Cycles | High quality servicing and repairs joel@humanpowered.com.au | Affordable second hand bikes (03) 9029 6504 | Bicycle reuse centre www.humanpowered.com.au | Mechanical and on-road training and instruction |
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