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Bike Tune-Up Checklist for Shop Mechanics

Use the same inspection order for every tune-up and record what was checked, adjusted or needs a part. Download a one-page Letter or A4 checklist for the bench.

By BenchPing · Reviewed by Sergii Kliuiev, founder · Updated

Download the bike tune-up checklist

Print the paper size used by your shop. Record the repair reference, bike, rider and date before beginning the inspection.

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Check the bike in the same order every time

Work through tires and wheels, brakes, drivetrain, bearings, cockpit and bolts, then finish with the shop’s test-ride procedure. Mark an item OK, Adjusted or Needs part so the next action is visible.

For an e-bike, treat the battery and motor as a separate diagnostic workflow and follow the manufacturer’s safety procedures.

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Record wear numbers, not just ticks

Where the shop measures wear, write the actual result and the measuring method. Chain replacement depends on drivetrain design and manufacturer guidance; consult the current Park Tool chain-wear guidance and the component maker rather than treating one threshold as universal. Torque fasteners to the manufacturer’s specification.

Park Tool chain wear guidance

Separate notes for the rider from bench notes

Use the rider note for clear findings, decisions and care information. Keep measurements, part numbers and unfinished diagnostic ideas in the internal bench note.

Turn checklist findings into an estimate

List each recommended part or labor item clearly and ask for a decision before expanding the agreed scope. Keep the checklist with the repair history.

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Common questions

Is this checklist a replacement for a mechanic’s inspection?

No. It is a recording aid. The mechanic remains responsible for the inspection, measurements and manufacturer procedures.

Can I add shop-specific checks?

Yes. Add the checks your team actually performs and keep safety-critical procedures in your controlled service documentation.