Milestone Mileage Checklist for your Bike

Use this milestone mileage checklist to keep your bike riding like new

Did you just buy a new bike? Perhaps you just had a complete bike tune-up before you began training for Kerrville Triathlon. Maybe you had some parts replaced during the offseason. Whatever state your bike is in, you want your trustworthy ride to last as long as possible! Adhere to this milestone mileage checklist and follow the mileage timeline. Pro tip: click the checklist below, download the PDF, and keep it handy at all times!

No matter the distance, you should check the tire pressure in your #bike's tires before every ride! Share on X

Don’t let your bike fall into disrepair

100 miles

• lube chain
• check tire pressure (Pro tip: do this before each ride)

500 miles

• wash and clean like a pro
• lube cables
• check wheels for true and roundness

1,000 miles

• change chain
• check brake adjustment and brake pad wear (this Rookie Triathlon blog post will help!)
• check shifting

1,500 miles

• check cassettes and chainrings for wear
• check bearings for smoothness
• change cables and housings

3,000 miles

• change cassette
• overhaul bearings