In our intensive 1-day course, you’ll learn the essential skills to perform basic maintenance and fix the most common issues on your bike. Perfect for city riders, commuters, and cycling enthusiasts who want to gain independence while saving time and money.
Basic Bicycle Mechanics Course
Why Take This Course?
• You’ll learn how to diagnose and solve frequent problems (punctures, gears, brakes…).
• Avoid unnecessary visits to the workshop and save money on simple adjustments.
• Gain confidence and autonomy for your rides, commutes, or regular bike upkeep.
• Learn which basic tools you need and how to use them correctly.
• Extend your bike’s lifespan with proper preventive maintenance.
What Will You Learn?
Theory and hands-on practice:
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Bike Components
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Frame, drivetrain, wheels, pedals, headset, brakes.
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Basic bike anatomy and terminology.
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General Maintenance
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Bike and drivetrain cleaning.
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Lubrication: when and how to apply lube properly.
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Brakes
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Mechanical brake adjustment (cables and housing).
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Replacing brake pads when needed.
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Drivetrain & Gears
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Basic gear adjustments (indexing, cable tension).
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What to do if the chain breaks (how to repair or replace it).
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Wheels & Tyres
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How to fix a puncture or replace an inner tube.
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Checking tyre pressure and basic tyre care.
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Pedals & Handlebars
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Types of pedals.
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How to remove and replace pedals.
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Replacing grips when needed.
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Basic Bike Fit / Ergonomics
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Setting up the bike for your body: saddle height, brake position, handlebar adjustments.
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Initial Diagnostics & Tips
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How to identify common issues before they become serious problems.
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Recommendations for keeping a simple maintenance log.
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TAO BIKE
Av. Mediterráneo, 62 · Benidorm · 03503
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966 17 57 39 ·
Invierno: De Lunes a Sábado de 09:30h a 18:00h
Verano: De Lunes a Sábado de 09:30h a 19:00h