Wednesday, November 20, 2013

Ride Smoothly with Q20

First, let's remember what is rusting your bicycle parts which creates friction between the moving surfaces and makes your rides not that smooth.  WATER!

If you have been religiously lubricating the moving parts of your bicycle but you are still not happy with the result, it's time to change your lubricant.

I read that a typical lubricant contain 90% base oil and there about 10% of additives.  So, oil being lighter than water will sit on it which explains why metal parts on your bicycle will still be oxidized.  So, what you have to do now is to find one that is heavier than water so that it can dislodge any remaining moisture on your bicycle parts.

And this is what you should be looking for.



Need proof that it works?  Watch this video and promise me that you will not try it at home as I need you to keep coming back to my shop.

Friday, November 15, 2013

DO IT YOURSELF FOR REBATES

Watch this video and learn how to change your own bicycle tyre or tube.

 

Why? If you fix your puncture personally, you will get a RM4 rebate off any tyre or tube you purchase at:

Jom Johan Trading and Services
No 43A, Jalan Prima Saujana
1/1A Taman Prima Saujana Sek 1 43000
Kajang, Selangor
Malaysia

Some points to note:

1) Before removing your current tube, pump in some air to see if it can be inflated.
2) Before you install the new tube, inflate it a little to check the surface for any defects.
3) Check your rim to see if there are any protruding spoke that could puncture your tube again. Ask the staff at Jom Johan to show you how to create a rim tape if it is required.
4) Check the outer and inner casing of your tyre to remove any embedded sharp object, such as, glass or nails.
5) Before you finish up by inflating the tube, make sure that it is fully inserted into the tyre and not sticking out of the rim.
6) Do not over inflate the tube as it can burst up like a balloon. Good for shop owner but not for your pocket.

Use the proper tools to remove and install tyres and tubes to prevent scratching or damaging the rims of the wheel or even puncturing the new inner tube you are installing.

This is one of the bicycle tool kits you can consider using as it comes with metal tyre levers.


If you would like to borrow tools available at the shop, be nice to the owner by telling how much you