Tools for Bicycle Repair

Timely maintenance is vital to the operation of the bicycle, because of that its life depends. To keep the bike in working order, you can occasionally use the services of bike shop, but it takes a lot of time and costs money. A more sensible way out - to carry out preventive maintenance on their own, and only in the event of serious problems to seek professional help. It is quite simple, and almost everyone can easily master the basic operations to repair the bike. The first step is to acquire the necessary as its design has a number of features, and without the proper tools, some sites simply cannot be disassembled.

Having decided on their own engage in repair and maintenance of the bike, do not run to the store and buy everything that advises Sales. He needs to sell more goods and assistance in solving your problems in his task is not included. Therefore it is necessary to purchase a minimum set, without which it is impossible to go even beyond the court. In such a kit usually includes the following items:

Hex Keys. Almost all modern bikes used to adjust the hex bolts, so to adjust the steering wheel, shift lever, adjust the ropes and a variety of other tasks simply requires appropriate internal keys. You can use the road hexagon sets, but most of them simply do not need, because the bikes are used only two or three sizes. It is better to buy a special compact multitool, which is convenient to carry with them. A large number of other tools that can be useful to him in the way, as a rule, in addition to the keys is also included. Set long hexagon useful for tight bolts, which multitool not cope.

Family key. This steel plate with a variety of different-sized holes replaces several carob keys and practically does not take place. If along the way you will need to unscrew the nut, then this key must be on hand. However, using them is not very convenient, so it is more suitable for extreme cases, but at home or in the garage is better to have a full replacement.

BTW, you can select the portable tool kits at Banggood. Besides, you can easily get other outdoor accessories (e.g. bike laser tail light, portable CD holder) there with high quality and reasonable prices.