How To Care For Your Bike Frame
Keeping your frame in tip-top shape doesn't require a ton of work, but likely a little more than you think
Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. How we test gear.
When asked, "What kind of bike do you ride?" most of us will quickly utter the name that appears on our bike frame. Though every bike is made up of a collection of parts from several manufacturers, the frame builder usually gets credit for making the bike what it is. This is not entirely incorrect, as the details of each frame's construction determine how the bike will behave more than any other single component.
So what maintenance should you perform to ensure the long life of your bike's frame? A lot more than you might think. (And if you have any questions about maintaining the rest of your bike, The Bicycling Guide to Complete Bicycle Maintenance & Repair has the answers.)
RELATED: The Basics of Bike Frame Repair
Watch Next
I Tried Bike Commuting Every Day for a Week
Aero For All: The New Specialized Venge
Salsa's $899 Journeyman Is Ready for Anything
Essential Gear for Biking to Work