How to Inspect Your Bike After a Crash

Posted by Anonymous , 9/5/2007 Tags:InspectBikeAfterCrash
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How to Inspect Your Bike After a Crash

Introduction

Some bicyclists shave their legs in case of crashes, some show off their cuts and bruises, some like a good crash and anyone that has ever been on a bike has crashed at some point. After doctoring yourself, check your bike before riding away from the scene of the accident.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Steps

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Step One

Lift the front end of your bike and spin the front wheel. Look to see that the wheel has no wobble and is not rubbing against your brakes.
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Step Two

Adjust the brakes if the wheel is slightly out of tune and get the wheel fixed when you get home.
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Step Three

Lift the back of the bike and spin the rear wheel to check if it is still tuned.
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Step Four

Make sure your handlebars have not repositioned themselves in the fall. If they are twisted, use an allen wrench on the headset to reset the handlebars.
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Step Five

Check that your chain is still on the front and back chainrings. If it has slipped off, grab the chain and place it back on a chainring.
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Step Six

Look to see if both tires are full of air.
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Step Seven

Readjust your bike seat if it is askew.
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Step Eight

Ride your bike slowly at first, listening and feeling for any out of tune parts.

Tips & Warnings

  • If your bike has really been through the blender, fix it up enough to ride home and then repair it where you have space and the correct tools.
  • Cycling is a physically challenging sport that could result in serious injury. We recommend that you seek the proper equipment and training before undertaking this activity.
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