Gears & chain maintenance

In this session, we will cover some basic but crucial ways to maintain your bike’s Gears & Chain.

We will run through the names of the parts of your bike: Drivetrain (gears/chain/mechs etc). We will discuss and demonstrate how to perform basic maintenance on these components to allow you to keep your bike running well in between annual servicing.

There will also be some hands on adjusting of the derailleurs on your bike and how to spot why your gears aren’t working as well as they should.

This course is run by qualified mechanical staff at Lang Toun Cycles.

No mechanical experience is needed.

Tea, coffee and water will be provided

Ideally, you should bring along your own bike or, if you like, you can use one of our provided bikes. We will provide the required tools, protective equipment and work stands.

You will have the opportunity to purchase tools.

Please wear clothing you do not mind getting dirty as you will be dealing with grease and grime. Aprons and gloves will also be provided.

Booking Info

The event is free but booking is required. You can choose to purchase a ticket with a donation. Donations help us do more work in our community.

Our booking form includes a series of optional anonymous questions. These help us learn more about the people we reach through our events. Any information you choose to share about your background is managed separately to information that you give us to process your booking (for example, your name).

If you are having trouble booking you can call 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk for assistance.

Accessibility Info

This workshop will take place upstairs with no lift access. There are 22 steps in total from the ground floor to the workshop (14 if you enter the building from the rear entrance). Accessible parking is available on the high street and there is an automatic door into the ground floor of the shop.

If you have any other accessibility questions please call 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk.