Bike Repair Basics: Keep Your Ride Rolling

What to Expect

This class is ideal for new riders who want to feel more confident before every ride. You’ll get familiar with your bike’s key components and learn how to assess, adjust, and maintain them. Hands-on practice includes fixing a flat, cleaning your drivetrain, and doing quick adjustments on brakes and shifting. You’ll leave with a working toolkit checklist, a personalized maintenance routine, and the skills to stay safe and self-sufficient on the road.

This class is part of MakeHaven’s Ready to Repair series—hands-on workshops that empower you to tackle common household and personal repairs with confidence.

Bringing your own bike is strongly recommended, but not required.

Skills You’ll Acquire

• Perform an ABC Quick Check and identify red-flag issues

• Fix a flat (tube tire) and reseat a tire without pinching the tube

• Clean and lubricate your chain and drivetrain correctly

• Adjust rim or disc brakes and shifting for quick in-the-field fixes

• Set tire pressure and saddle height within safe, comfortable ranges

• Build a personal on-bike toolkit and maintenance checklist

• Understand what to do before storing your bike for the off-season

What’s Provided

• All tools and repair stands for in-class use

• Sample bikes for hands-on practice (or bring your own!)

• Instruction and troubleshooting guidance from an experienced bike mechanic

Who Should Attend

Ideal for beginner to intermediate cyclists who want to become more self-sufficient with bike care. Great for students, commuters, casual riders, and weekend adventurers—especially those looking to prep their ride for the off-season.

Prerequisites/Safety Information

No experience required. All tools and safety equipment will be provided. Please wear closed-toe shoes and bring your bike if you’d like to learn on it.