Bicycle servicing in Tunbridge Wells


	We provide a comprehensive repair service for all types of bike, and can undertake out anything from basic repairs through to a full service, all carried out by a Cytech qualified mechanic at your chosen location. Call us now on 07784 630701 or email hello@slickdog.co.uk

	Recommended every 6-12 months for bikes that are in frequent use. Frame & forks wiped down, alignment checked Gears checked & indexed Brakes checked, aligned & adjusted Cable inners replaced if necessary (cost not included) Chain & cassette/block cleaned, checked for wear, re-lubricated Wheel hubs & rims checked for damage & wear Wheel bearings checked for free movement & adjusted (if applicable) Wheels trued with tyres in place Tyres checked for wear & inflated to correct pressure Headset checked for free movement, adjusted as necessary Bottom bracket checked for free movement, adjusted as necessary Bolts checked & tightened to correct torque £65 for bikes with hydraulic brakes that require bleeding Please note that an extra £12 will be charged to clean heavily soiled bikes

	Basic set-up service for bikes bought online. Also appropriate for machines that have been well maintained but not ridden for a while. We can supply accessories such as lights, computers and racks, which we will fit free of charge as part of any service package. Visual frame check Gears indexed Brakes aligned & adjusted Bolts checked & tightened to correct torque Drivetrain lubricated Tyres checked & inflated to correct pressure

	Recommended annually for bikes that are in heavy regular use, or for if you want your bike in top nick for a sportive or other event Includes all Standard Service elements plus: Full frame stripdown, parts checked and re-lubricated Chase out bottom bracket threads, re-face if necessary Wheel hubs serviced, new ball bearings fitted in loose-bearing hubs Headset stripped & re-greased if applicable Wheels trued with tyres & tubes removed New cable inners fitted (cost included)

	Please note we have a £15 minimum labour charge. Brake adjustment, single (non-hydraulic) £10.00 Brake adjustment, pair (non-hydraulic) £15.00 Brake cable replace & adjust, single, including cable £12.00* Brake cable replace & adjust, pair, including cables £20.00 Brake service for flat-bar bikes, including new cable inners & outers, front and rear £24.00 Brake service for drop-bar bikes including new cable inners & outers, front and rear, and re-taping of handlebars £30.00* Hydraulic brake service (replace fluid & bleed) £25.00 Stainless steel cables £1.00 extra per cable *Stainless steel cables £1.00 extra per cable, new bar tape from £9.99 Wheelbuild, single, excluding parts £36.00 Wheelbuild, pair, excluding parts £60.00 Tyre or tube replacement £12.00 Rear tyre or tube replacement on Brompton and other hub-gear bikes £20.00 Wheel truing, per wheel £12.00 Hub service, per wheel £12.00 Gear adjustment, £15.00 Gear cable replacement, single, including cable £12.00 Gear cable replacement, pair, including cables £20.00 Gear service, including new cable inners & outers, front and rear £24.00 Gear service for drop-bar bikes including new cable inners & outers, front and rear, and re-taping of handlebars £30.00 Front derailleur fit or replacement £20.00 Rear derailleur fit or replacement £20.00 Straighten or replace derailleur hanger £12.00 Stainless steel cables £1.00 extra per cable ***Stainless steel cables £1.00 extra per cable, new bar tape from £9.99 Chain fit or replacement £12.00 Bottom bracket fit or replacement, including chasing out bottom bracket threads and facing if necessary £24.00 Cassette fit or replacement, including gear indexing £18.00 Chainring replacement £18.00 Fork fitting £25.00 Headset service or replacement £18.00 Flat handlebar fit or replace £18.00 Drop handlebar fit or replacement £24.00 Stem fit or replace £6.00 Fit replacement grips £6.00 Fit bar tape £12.00 Accessory fitting If we’re performing other service tasks for you, any accessories supplied by us will be fitted free of charge, otherwise: Full mudguard set £10 Clip-on mudguard set £7.50 Lights £5.00 Lock £5.00 Bottle cage £5.00 Computer £10.00 Rack £7.50 Saddle/seatpost £5.00 Pedals £5.00


	We make no charge for callouts to postcodes TN1, TN2, TN3 & TN4, although we do have a minimum labour charge of £15. We’re happy to travel further afield but this may incur a small extra cost.

	There’s almost certainly a mobile bicycle mechanic near you who can provide the necessary checks, repairs and maintenance to keep your bicycle in good working order. Members of the Cycle Tech network offer convenient service at a competitive price. Visit the website at www.cyclefix.net. Should you be in the Leicester area I recommend my friend Gavin Oakes at www.bikework.co.uk