Answering Your Questions! Bike shop Q&A

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@jonnyhawes4410 2 жыл бұрын

I live a couple of miles away from Lee's shop. Lee and Simon are great, I remember the first time I took a wheel into Lee (years ago) to get straightened, I collected it and Lee gave me a report on the spoke tension. I couldn't believe Lee's attention to detail, I wouldn't trust anyone else with my bikes. Keep up the great work chaps! 😊

@oreocarlton3343 2 жыл бұрын

I really respect that you value customers privacy

@kuanhau4323 2 жыл бұрын

Love the integrity on the pricing.

@Ditypo 2 жыл бұрын

Huzzah! another Bikespeeds video! the universe is aligned once again!

@Crishuddy 2 жыл бұрын

Hello from Brazil, I'm a bicycle mechanic and your videos help me a lot in my shop. Long life to the Queen!!!

@Bikespeeds 2 жыл бұрын

Good to see another shop watching! Thanks for commenting🧡

@ralfjr. 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking the time to answer our questions.

@paulsweeney5642 2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree. Price is between you and the customers.

@michaelroloff2804 Жыл бұрын

It can't be said often enough... even if you've already seen your channel pretty much completely, it never gets boring even after the 20th repetition and you always discover something new! And I must say, your love for your craft is palpable in every scene! I have rarely seen someone with such a likeable charisma here on yt! All the best for your business and this channel! Many greetings from Germany😃👍

@Bikespeeds Жыл бұрын

Thanks again Michael!🧡⚙️

@gramamg100 Жыл бұрын

Just picked up this channel a few days ago, loving the content, great videos, nice to see someone taking such pride in his work. Didn’t realise I had such a great bike shop within such close proximity, probably 15 miles. I’ll definitely be paying a visit.

@Bikespeeds Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Graham!

@DeanPattrick 2 жыл бұрын

One major takeaway from watching you is to create an xls sheet for my three bikes with all the torque settings. And yes, Shimano is a great source for finding the setting, other manufacturers are also good. This took a few hours but I’m glad I did it. Also use the syringe to lube parts, great idea. Thanks for all the hints and tips, you are one of the best content creators on YT 🙌😎

@Bikespeeds 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate the support as usual! Never goes unnoticed!🧡

@terrycorkum3472 2 жыл бұрын

Sweet! Thanks Gents. Sure wish I lived in the U.K.

@robertpope3074 Жыл бұрын

Excellent answers and questions

@monochromebluess 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Great answers. Look forward to next week’s bike restoration. Can I start the Free Simon campaign. We want to see him !

@Bikespeeds 2 жыл бұрын

Simon here, I’ll see you at the 100k video😉

@mourice6804 2 жыл бұрын

Ad like to say thanks too as a business it takes alot of organisation and time really enjoyed this one take care bikespeeds.

@burnsy7815 2 жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more on being busy in the shop, Wednesday was the busiest for us

@Goose077 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video - one of many on this channel. The pride in your work is sadly a lost characteristic in so many people, lovely to see your enthusiasm for cycling. So wish I lived closer!

@Bikespeeds Жыл бұрын

We appreciate the support Paul! Thanks for watching🧡⚙️

@Gregory_tottie Жыл бұрын

New subscriber. The TT bike video with the broken carbon got me. Good stuff

@Bikespeeds Жыл бұрын

Thanks for joining us Gregory!

@r.davies2702 2 жыл бұрын

You'd make an excellent politician, never actually answering the burning questions (cost) 😉 Absolutely brilliant, a nice insight into your business, helpful too. I also didn't realise that the cleaning fluid would last that long before changes. 👍

@Bikespeeds 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! The fluid gets “saturated” in grease and you get to the stage where it just doesn’t work as well, that’s when we change it🧡

@stickmenkissarmy6907 9 ай бұрын

Injoy the videos, thanks

@zachvanvroonhoven2369 2 жыл бұрын

Absolute legends !

@chrishodgson1968 2 жыл бұрын

Great video and very honest.

@davekey7651 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Another great video.

@chrisclarke3670 9 ай бұрын

I really enjoy your videos and learning from them as well. 😎

@Bikespeeds 9 ай бұрын

Thank you Chris!

@gomesmimoso Жыл бұрын

Obrigado. Respondeu a uma pergunta minha. Eu, pessoalmente, gosto muito de vídeos de restauro de bikes antigas.

@teddyedward5529 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for another great video. I wish you were nearer and could look after my bike. Maybe I'll take a holiday up your way!

@DeLaCroix1211 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for doing the Q&A guys! Going to have an attempt at giving one my bikes a bit of a service as best I can with the home tools this weekend

@steppings5645 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for creating these excellent videos, amongst the best on KZfaq IMO.

@cam-hz4yl 2 жыл бұрын

This was great.

@Bikespeeds 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed this one Fraser!🧡☕️

@JasonDBike Жыл бұрын

I love riding and working on my bikes. I've learned a couple things here. Thanks for your work.

@KarlosEPM 2 жыл бұрын

Haha! The clickbait level was on par with the restoration level of your work. Have a great week!

@Cyclingismywholelife 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, it’s a lot different being in the center of the stadium versus being in the stands. You did a great job explaining to the spectators why and how you do what you do without exclusion. Top tier as always!

@ixmemphis Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Totally agree regarding the cost! That can vary really depending on a lot of factors!

@askmeaboutmattweiner 2 жыл бұрын

This is a wonderful video! This channel gave me the bravery to service my rear hub, which turned out great!

@Bikespeeds 2 жыл бұрын

Good to hear Matt, enjoy your bikes!

@MNBKWORK Ай бұрын

You wonderful bloke!

@fux123 2 жыл бұрын

Keep up the great work! I love your videos because it’s great to see a skilled professional perform their work, making it look easy, but at the same time you give great explanations of your process. This has give me a lot of confidence to do maintenance on my own bike. The more I’m finding my own process of doing things I find myself actually looking forward to doing certain jobs.

@jamesgraham1404 Жыл бұрын

Lovely job! Very informative mate!

@yld244 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your honesty and explanations. Wishing you all the best of luck with your business and journey on KZfaq

@Bikespeeds 2 жыл бұрын

We appreciate that, comments like this always go a long way for us🧡

@jacobkeene6986 2 жыл бұрын

We love to see it, regardless of what content it is. You guys are inspirational 👏

@Bikespeeds 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for supporting us 🧡

@brianpurcell9058 2 жыл бұрын

Nice Q&A guys 👍

@CoachLo3 Жыл бұрын

Really love that you’ve been doing a few mountain bikes here and there! I usually tune into those videos above the road bike ones. Love the channel!

@Bikespeeds Жыл бұрын

We actually have a mountain bike in for next week!

@CoachLo3 Жыл бұрын

Excited to see it! Thank you for the reply!

@1973barty Жыл бұрын

Great video,also love the content and your honesty,keep up the good work

@Bikespeeds Жыл бұрын

Thanks Justin!🧡⚙️

@TheGeordieTiger 2 жыл бұрын

No really... How much is a service like that? 😉. Seriously though, Nice Q&A, that! Appreciate it!

@alexandermilden1 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely love these videos! As a little request, when you guys are installing new bearings in a bike, could you tell us the specifics of them (sizes, what to look for in a bearing that needs replacing etc). Thanks guys!

@kenychowsf 2 жыл бұрын

Father and son duo. Gentlemen you make a great theme. You got me hooked. Like Pavlov's dogs I look for your videos on Wednesday late evenings. thank you for the great content! 👍 👌

@Bikespeeds 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoy the content!🧡

@xiyorsenpai9519 2 жыл бұрын

This is so fun to watch. I'm also having an insight on how to run a business.

@Bikespeeds 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@creed7349 Жыл бұрын

Awesome

@SayMcGillicuddy 2 жыл бұрын

Love your work; I've modified my own bike maintenance now to imitate what I see you do each week. I can attest to the temp setting on the ultrasonic cleaner - I now have a totally unique two-tone 105 chainset. Lesson learned!

@Bikespeeds 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Allan, shame you learned that one the hard way, these things happen! 🧡

@hamoodrm4726 Жыл бұрын

fabulous job brother wish you and your son all the best in this great career time line

@Bikespeeds Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated!🧡⚙️

@TheKrisKing 2 жыл бұрын

Though I do miss whatever magic would of been on this weeks video, I did like this Q&A session. Keep up the good work!

@Bikespeeds 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Kris!

@kuanhau4323 2 жыл бұрын

And how do you keep your hands clean? A. Use silicone spray in the morning on your hands B. Use copper slip C. Use the ultrasonic cleaner at the end of the day? 😉

@Bikespeeds 2 жыл бұрын

all three, but I do rinse off in tea & coffee

@kuanhau4323 2 жыл бұрын

@@Bikespeeds hahaha love it! Keep up the good work on the channel!!

@johnstrac 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent as always and not a new bike in sight ! Wish you were a bit nearer I have a winter bike that needs a good fettle.

@Bikespeeds 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and supporting John!

@markvanlintel Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the insight.. Please share how you (cleanly) fill the seringes with the greases.. I always make a mess and waste to much.. Thank you and good luck with the further development of the channel

@peterjv8748 Жыл бұрын

Now for the important question. Grease the the square taper on bottom brackets or no?

@dico_esper Жыл бұрын

A friend show me your channel about one month ago and since then i´ve become a great fan. you practice the good mechanical! Regards from Brazil

@Bikespeeds Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Adriano!

@dico_esper Жыл бұрын

@@Bikespeeds Thank you for share!

@a1yallop 2 жыл бұрын

Lubes for chains, what do you use?. I've recently changed to wax for all my bikes, specifically Squirt after trying several. Really enjoy your servicing videos you're obviously someone who knows his craft inside out. I live in southern Spain and am very fortunate to have have a very good local bike shop.

@careygray4796 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Which type of grease would you recommend on suspension linkage bolts? i.e the bolts that go from one side of the frame to another

@Bikespeeds 2 жыл бұрын

Shimano Premium or Multi Purpose grease, either would work well for that.

@ryanmahoney2653 2 жыл бұрын

Nice vid

@zilopipo 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Sir, thank you for your passion and great spirit, but... one question though, why do you wear so nice watches when dealing with sand and dirt.. 😀

@kuanhau4323 2 жыл бұрын

Would love to see a Timelapse of the editing that simon does as a way to finish the video. Perhaps for a few seconds at the end whilst the suggested videos pops up and ruins the view of the beautifully clean bike!

@fisharefriends598 2 жыл бұрын

The pricing is on there website. From the looks of it, very reasonable. If I lived closer all of my bikes would pay them a visit Even if they charged what I’d normally be charged, which is much higher then what they charge. Given the service and attentive detail .. I’d happily pay.. you just don’t get that quality and care any more.

@j0hnh4ss3r 2 жыл бұрын

What is the chain u use to change the old chain

@Jacksparrow4986 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice. About the unchanged bolts: I feel it's more economical to remove a slightly rusty bolt (or say 5 of them) and replace them then having to remove a fully rusty bold and having it break, drilling it out and all that mess. I try not to strip and break bolts, but I really enjoyed having my bike with (almost all) new bolts and having them properly copperslipped, so the stuff I had to do on the road was easily done. So, my question here: What do you say to long-term cost oriented ppl?

@Bikespeeds 2 жыл бұрын

We do have customers we’ve built great relationships where we know if it can be done ,they want it done, and we do it. Some customers you know don’t worry about price, and some do, both are fair enough so we leave it up to the customer🧡

@Jacksparrow4986 2 жыл бұрын

@@Bikespeeds so I need to say something like "make it long-term effective" the next time I get a bike serviced I guess. I 'd appreciate it if the bike shop would ask me about my preferences :-)

@chrisgeorgiou1 2 жыл бұрын

Wish you where local to me. It's hard to find a decent bike mechanic in North London. Halfords just don't cut it.

@fisharefriends598 2 жыл бұрын

My local crap bike shop (it’s an expensive… premium bike chain, service and repairs only no bike sales) looks at how dirty and expensive it is , then prices it. They don’t even touch it for a pre check I took my bike into a local bike shop, the first thing they said.. “the wheels look expensive” …. That’s just a warning before they try to rip you off

@ewanlivlingstone1759 2 жыл бұрын

Another great reason for not revealing the prices is that we wouldn't want our other halves finding out how much we really spend lol

@Bikespeeds 2 жыл бұрын

that's why I started a bike shop, far easier to hide an invoice and say it was stock lol

@richiejames928 2 жыл бұрын

Iv often wondered if you wash every bike inside your workshop where you film? if so what are the logistics of actually doing this? do you have a big drip tray under the bike? some elaborate drainage system? a tiled wet room type floor with central drain? proper random I know but Iv never washed a bike indoor before 🤣

@Bikespeeds 2 жыл бұрын

wash in a standard workshop with a tiled floor, mop between bikes

@petermather1911 Жыл бұрын

Absolute. Top guy the bike mechanic industry needs more genuine guys like these.

@whizler 2 жыл бұрын

Though the content may be different this time, it was just as fascinating as your regular videos. Well done, Sirs! My question: what bikes do you and your son ride? A hearty best wishes to your dear Queen Elizabeth II on her Platinum Jubilee!

@Bikespeeds 2 жыл бұрын

We actually plan on doing another Q&A answering all your questions rather than just the frequently asked questions so stay tuned for that one!

@appsoper Жыл бұрын

Pricing will go stale so quickly too - without mentioning pricing, the video is much more timeless.

@gijsvanhirtum3447 2 жыл бұрын

Another 'inappropriate" question: how much do you guys make of KZfaq? I know it is just for fun and it is amazing to see how you and your son (who is a great videomaker) live your dream, but how much is it? Thanks in advance and thanks for all the vids, Cheers, Gijs

@benporter5716 2 жыл бұрын

Top content again gents! Cya tomorrow for a rewaxing

@bizzfo Жыл бұрын

I drop rusty bolts etc. in vinegar for an hour and all the rust goes away.

@Bikespeeds Жыл бұрын

That works!

@DangerAmbrose 2 жыл бұрын

More wheel truing.

@Bikespeeds 2 жыл бұрын

We’ll do one when we get the right one to film in for you!🧡

@nicksjamesnj 2 жыл бұрын

what lead time is needed to book a bike for a service.

@Bikespeeds 2 жыл бұрын

You can book a priority slot on our website, and bikes are coming in all day long. We work 9am until the work loads done. So most jobs are in today, out today occasionally certain jobs linger for a few days or need things ordered that can take an extended period of time but we run a rapid pace, I don’t mind hard work!

@BeyondLumination Жыл бұрын

The kind of bike shop that everyone wishes was their LBS

@Bikespeeds Жыл бұрын

Too kind!⚙️🧡

@michaeldiaz3132 2 жыл бұрын

Can you make a video on the bike you ride and the details about it

@Bikespeeds 2 жыл бұрын

We’re potentially looking at maybe 2 videos a week further down the line, something we might touch on then, thanks for watching!

@ianalfonso2717 2 жыл бұрын

Great. But when will we see Simon?

@Bikespeeds 2 жыл бұрын

100k video 😉

@tekeeladude 2 жыл бұрын

@@Bikespeeds Was Simon in Vlog #001?

@the.communist Жыл бұрын

The fact he doesnt mention the price means its expensive 😂🤣😂😂🤣🤣🤣😂😂🤣😂😂

@oreocarlton3343 2 жыл бұрын

Algorythm.

@Bikespeeds 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks as always!

@mikethebike5014 Жыл бұрын

What's your favourite bikes to work on. 😀

@Bikespeeds Жыл бұрын

There’s no favourites to work on, bikes tend to be a sum of their parts. I love the high end bikes with an owner that understands their own modifications and upgrades. They are satisfying. A brand I have a personal soft spot for is Orbea. I had a lovely Ordu for a time.

@codykirtley5683 Жыл бұрын

Weres the shop

@Bikespeeds Жыл бұрын

We’re in Lowestoft, Suffolk, England🧡

@1a2b3c4. Жыл бұрын

Why, why, why Everyone is an expert 😅 Why don't they simply watch the videos. Why don't they have their own bike shop and KZfaq channel if they know so much.

@Bikespeeds Жыл бұрын

Haha we try to never acknowledge the hate but you’re absolutely right and this is something we say regularly when we receive negative comments, thanks for watching all the content lately Mario🧡

@keanubartolata3465 Жыл бұрын

Reaction videos are for people who have not experienced professional work before

@ExcelInstructor Жыл бұрын

11:32 I do not agree here. why? simple! Any small local business over Large companies spread world wide / continent wide. Example: I will always shop in local grocery store over any supermarket. I will always seek Bike help in local small workshops over "Best workshop Poland wide which has everything" So if your ProceX would be very helpful to other bussines of your size and could be evil / harmful to big shops? I say so what they will deal with it, while small shops will benefit from it.

@sandiegoson 2 жыл бұрын

Why don't you use gloves when working on the bikes. Don't all the chemicals destroy your hands?

@sweepsp8468 Жыл бұрын

Hi, new to your posts have enjoyed going back on some of them. and this one answered most of my questions. I wonder when youtube will replace your normal work, hope it never will cos your too interesting

@Bikespeeds Жыл бұрын

Our KZfaq is completely fuelled by being a bike shop. Sometimes we struggle to find the right bike to film even with 6-7 bikes in the shop, without the shop there would simply be nothing to film🧡