You don't have to rely on others. Since the bicycle was sold, if there is a problem, you can go to an after-sales store for repair. In fact, most of the time when problems arise, you are on the road.
Repairing a car is also a pleasure. If you have complete repair tools, you will find repairing bicycles to be a lot of fun, and you will learn a lot of repair knowledge. You will be more willing to DIY your own bicycle.
The journey is more enjoyable. You won't end your journey hastily just because of a small blowout.
More cost-effective. Whether you are upgrading your bike or repairing it. Buying accessories by yourself always saves a lot of money, provided that you have mastered these skills.
What maintenance skills should be possessed?
Repair tire: Blowing out a tire is the most common problem during cycling, and fortunately, this problem is also easily repairable. The simplest way is to bring a spare tire and a mini inflator when going out, and of course, you can also bring your own tire repair tool.
Replace the brake pads. Both circular and disc brakes will experience wear and tear after prolonged cycling, leading to a decrease in brake quality and even failure. Ring brake maintenance is relatively simple, while disc brake maintenance can be troublesome. It is important to study the maintenance tutorial carefully.
Adjust the transmission. Excellent transmission performance will provide you with a better riding experience during long-distance cycling. Some basic minor adjustments can be easily understood through video tutorials, and the transmission can be adjusted to its optimal state.
Repair or replace the chain. When your chain is worn out too severely and needs to be replaced, or when it breaks, chain breakage is a truly painful experience. If you can repair it yourself, you can reduce this pain.
Wheels. Frequent problems with wheels, such as broken spokes and wheel rim misalignment. These issues can be quite tricky to handle and may require the use of some relatively specialized tools.