Russians were given recommendations on bicycle repair after the summer

After the active summer season, Russians began to seek bicycle repairs more often. In the summer of 2026, the demand for such services increased by 86% compared to the spring. Owners are most often faced with punctured tires, brake malfunctions, chain wear, and gearshift problems. Vyacheslav Vorobyov, an expert of Avito Services in bicycle repair, told Izvestia about this on September 9.

According to the expert, the most common reason for contacting the service is a flat tire. The problem is often associated with a punctured camera or a damaged tire, but many malfunctions can be avoided with proper care. In particular, it is important to monitor the tire pressure: too low a reading increases the risk of damage to the camera when hitting obstacles.

Another risk area is the transmission and gearshift mechanism. Owners often damage the rear derailleur or the "rooster" — a special part on which the switch is attached. Such breakdowns can occur when a bike falls or is parked carelessly.

To protect the switch, the expert recommends using a special bracket, which helps reduce the risk of damage when in contact with the ground or obstacles.

However, not every creak or difficulty in shifting gears indicates a serious malfunction. Sometimes adjustment or preventive maintenance is enough for a bike, so experts recommend diagnostics before repairs.

According to Vorobyov, the main wear is on the chain, which gradually affects the condition of the front and rear sprockets. You can extend the service life of the mechanism by using three chains and changing them in turn approximately every 500 km. It is also important to regularly clean the parts from dirt and lubricate the components.

With the onset of autumn, the cycling season does not end: many continue to use transport for city trips, and some owners are preparing it for long-term storage. Before the winter break, the expert advises cleaning the bike, sprockets and switch from dirt and dust, lightly lubricate the chain and switch the speed to the smallest star to reduce the load on the mechanism.

It is recommended to store the bike in a dry room, without leaving it outdoors or in places with high humidity. In case of serious malfunctions related to brakes, steering, wheels or transmission, experts advise contacting the service, since the safety of the trip depends on these elements.

Earlier, on May 15, it was reported that taxi drivers who work in private cars spend up to 25% of their monthly income on car maintenance with an average salary of 100.9 thousand rubles. Over the past year, every fifth taxi driver has experienced a breakdown that "eats up" their weekly earnings.