Mountain Bike Maintenance: How to Fix Your Mountain Bike

Mountain Bike Maintenance: How to Fix Your Mountain Bike

by RobVanDerPlas (Author)

Synopsis

The mountain bike has continued to evolve, with new types of brakes, front and rear suspension, and many other improvements. To take advantage of these improvements, it is essential to maintain the bike, and the best way to do that is doing as much of that work as possible yourself. This systematic and clearly illustrated book gives step-by-step instructions for handling the most common maintenance and repair jobs yourself. This title covers the following topics - Know Your Mountain Bike; Basic Procedures; Preventative Maintenance; Tools To Use; Wheel Removal and Installation; Tyres; Rim and Spokes; Hubs; Rim and Disc Brakes; Derailleur System; Crankset; Chain; Pedals; Seat; Steering System; Frame and Forks; Front and Rear Suspension; and Accessories.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 176
Edition: illustrated edition
Publisher: Van Der Plas Publications,U.S.
Published: 07 Dec 2006

ISBN 10: 1892495538
ISBN 13: 9781892495532

Author Bio
Rob van der Plas is an internationally renowned bicycle engineer who has been writing books on the subject for many years. His earlier writings include The Penguin Bicycle Handbook, The Mountain Bike Book, and Bicycle Technology. He grew up in Holland and England, before settling in the San Francisco Bay Area - near the birthplace of the mountain bike itself.