Overview

This beginner-friendly workshop by Bower Bikes is designed to empower riders with essential bike maintenance skills. Over three hours, participants will learn how to perform basic safety checks, fix a flat tyre, adjust brakes, clean and lube a chain, and understand when to seek professional help. Held at The Bower’s Summer Hill workshop, this hands-on session blends practical learning with community connection.

Who is this workshop for?

New riders and casual cyclists wanting to care for their bikes

Commuters looking to reduce repair costs and improve reliability

DIY enthusiasts interested in learning basic mechanical skills

Anyone curious about how to fix a flat, adjust brakes, or clean a chain

No prior experience required—just bring your bike (or use one provided) and a willingness to learn

Learning Objectives

By the end of this 3-hour workshop, participants will be able to:

Perform an ABC Quick Check (Air, Brakes, Chain)

Identify and fix common flat tyre issues

Use tyre sealant effectively (optional hands-on)

Adjust rim brakes for better stopping power

Clean and lubricate a bike chain

Recognize basic gear issues and know when to seek help

Build confidence in hands-on bike care through guided practice

introductions (name, pronouns, cycling style)

Safety briefing: tools, PPE, and workspace etiquette

Workshop Modules

Module 2: ABC Quick Check & Bike Anatomy (0:15–0:45)

Overview of key bike parts

ABC Quick Check:

A: Air – Pressure, tyres, valves

B: Brakes – Testing, wear

C: Chain & Cranks – Visual check, test spin

Hands-on: ABC check on own or provided bike

Module 3: Flat Fixing & Tyre Sealant (0:45–1:15)

Identifying flats & common causes

Demo: Removing wheel, tyre, and tube

Patching vs replacing tubes

Using tyre sealant:

What it is and how it works

When to use it (tubeless setups or pre-treated tubes)

Demonstration: Injecting sealant

Pros and cons

Hands-on: Guided flat fix and optional sealant use

Module 4: Break (1:15–1:25)

Water/snack/stretch

Module 5: Brake Adjustment Basics (1:25–1:55)

Focus on rim brakes; mention disc brakes

Cable tension, pad wear

Demo: Adjusting rim brakes

Hands-on: Brake check & adjustment

Module 6: Chain Care & Basic Gears (1:55–2:25)

Cleaning & lubing chain

Identifying gear issues

Demo: Basic derailleur positioning (if time allows)

Module 7: Open Q&A + Practice Time (2:25–2:55)

Ask questions, troubleshoot personal issues

Practice skills with instructor support

Module 8: Wrap-Up & Next Steps (2:55–3:00)

Recap key skills

Share resources (handouts, videos)

Feedback and workshop close

Location

SUMMER HILL

Inner West Sustainability Hub, 7 Prospect Road, Summer Hill NSW 2130

Transportation and parking
Bower is located within 8-minute walking distance of Summer Hill/ Ashfield, Train Station. Parking is available on site or of the street.

Contact the host of Introduction to Bicycle Maintenance (3-Hour Workshop) 11th July 2026

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