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Cloppenburg, 24.98.2022. To ensure that your new bike is a safe and functioning companion for work and leisure, you should have it serviced regularly. You can easily carry out some maintenance yourself without contacting a professional. We have summarized some tips and tricks.
Once a month you should check the air pressure of your bicycle to ensure the best battery performance and a pleasant riding experience. To do this, press the tyre in from the side - if the material gives way, the tyre must be inflated. The ideal air pressure can be found on the side of the tyre, so you don't have to search long for the correct value.
Did you know that underinflation reduces the battery power of your e-bike by up to 50%? This is because if the air pressure is too low, the tyre rests on a wider surface. This requires more power when riding and reduces the range of the battery. In addition, the wear of the tyre is significantly higher when the air pressure is too low.
You can also clean your bike yourself. Dirt residues and rust affect the function of the bicycle and should be removed quickly. However, you should not clean the bike with the garden hose. The water residues on the bicycle cause rust and restrict the function of the brakes. Instead, use a damp cloth and remove water residue on the bicycle completely.
If you want your company bike to look like new, you should resort to silicone sprays. The care product makes the paintwork shine and protects the material. There are also care products for matte models that clean the frame and protect the paintwork at the same time.
If you notice a clunking noise while riding, your chain is probably too lose. A Lease a Bike dealer can always tighten your bicycle chain and restore the correct tension. As part of this maintenance, it is worth re-oiling the chain.
First clean the chain with a cloth before applying new oil. To remove the excess oil, it is advisable to run the wheel through a few times and collect the dripping oil with a cloth. When oiling the chain, make sure that no oil gets on the brakes, as this significantly reduces braking performance.
To check whether the brakes need repair, it helps to take a look at the brake pads. If your brake pads are worn out, it is worth going to a Lease a Bike specialist shop. Here, worn brake pads can be quickly remedied. Your bike is also covered by your all-round protection packages for further maintenance. You can find a Lease a Bike shop near you in our dealer search.
Spring is coming with the first blossoms and longer days, and it's time to get the bike out of the basement or garage. If you want to make your bike fit for the coming biking season, you will find useful tips here.
The correct tire pressure plays a decisive role in cycling for the driving experience, the effort and not least the safety. It also influences the service life of the tires. It is therefore important to observe the correct tire pressure and adjust it accordingly.
At a time when the focus is on environmental awareness and sustainable mobility, the company bike is becoming increasingly important as an ecological alternative to the company car, especially in urban areas. It's a good thing that there is a wide range of company bike options available. It can be difficult to decide on the right model. We have taken a close look at various types of company bike and examined their individual requirements.
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