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Inspect for corrosion or cracks—especially around welds, bottom bracket, and suspension pivots.

Check all bearings (headset, bottom bracket, wheel hubs, and suspension pivots). Complete a visual inspection, looking for signs of rust.

Spin/ feel for roughness or play. If in doubt, replace or service—winter moisture can cause hidden damage that can cause your bearings to fail.  

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Chain- Look for rust, stiff links, and stretch. Replace if worn or seized.  If you have a chain checker, you can check for wear.

Cassette & Chainrings- Check teeth for wear.

Derailleurs & Cables- Go through index gears to ensure smooth shifting. Lubricate or replace cables if sticky.

Bottom Bracket- Check for movement or roughness in your BB by taking off your chain, spinning your cranks and checking for play by holding both crank arms.

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Pads- Check for uneven wear or contamination.  Uneven wear can mean that your caliper is not set correctly.

Pull your brake to check for squeaking as this can show contamination.  

If there is no squeaking but your brake doesn’t lock, it could mean that there is not enough fluid in your brake system and it will need re-bled.  Check for any leaks.

If your brake is working correctly, and with your body weight you can push through the bike, your rotor may be burnt out. 

Rotors- Look for warping or excessive wear.  

Using a micrometer, you can check for its thickness.  The minimum thickness is stamped on the rotor.  If the thickness of your rotor is less than this, it will need replaced - it is worthwhile replacing your pads at the same time. 

Hydraulic Systems- Squeeze levers—feel for firmness. If spongy, bleed the system.  Visually check the brake hose for damage.

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Tyre Pressure- Inflate to recommended PSI.

Sidewalls- Inspect for cracks and cuts.

Wheels- Spin to check for play and loose/ snapped spokes.  Also, check for cracked nipples.

Rims- Check for cracks or dents.

Tubeless Setup? - Replace sealant if you’ve been using it for over 6 months or the sealants own specification.

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Manufacturer- Check their requirements on when this should be serviced.  To guarantee your warranty, many require that servicing be complete every year or every so many miles.  It’s worthwhile double checking this. 

Seals & Stanchions- Wipe down and check for oil leaks or pitting.

Function- Compress and rebound—listen for odd noises.  Check rebound adjustment is working correctly.  Check lock out is functioning.  If you have an air chamber, set it to your correct rider weight.

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Saddle, grips, pedals- Check for damage, play, or wear.

Bolts- Check all bolts are torqued correctly.

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Lights, reflectors, and bell- Confirm all are working.

Spare tube, pump, multitool- Restock your essentials including any tubeless repair kits if required.

Helmet- Check for any obvious dents or cracks.  If you’ve had your helmet for more than a couple of years, then it may be time to replace to ensure maximum safety.