Handlebar Grips

Over time, the grips on your bike will wear out. For safety, it is essential that you replace them. Here are a few simple tips that will make that easier.

(1) Removing the grips

There are several ways to take the grips off. First you will need to take of any handlebar ends or caps which may stop you from removing the grips.

If you don't plan on using them again, you can cut them open with a knife. Otherwise, roll them back a bit, and squirt some soapy water in. Twist it a bit and slide it off. If it does not come off, just add more soap and work it a bit more.

(2) Installing the grips

Make sure that your new grips will fit the handle bars, if not, cut them to size. Slightly wet the entire inside of the grip. Slide it onto the handlebars, and twist until it is fully inserted.

Removing a bike chain

If you want to replace your chain, your will need to know how to remove it from your bike. Here is how.

Stuff you'll be needing
- Chain tool

(1) Lean the bike against a wall, or place it on a repair stand

(2) Insert the chain tool into the chain, and make sure that the tool's pin aligns with the pin of the chain

(3) Turn the crank of the tool, so that it pushes out the pin

(4) Push the pin out, unscrew the tool, and disconnect the chain

(5) Unwind the chain from the gears

To put the chain back on:

(1) Thread the chain through the gears

(2) Place both ends of the chain in the chain tool

(3) Insert the pin into the hole, and push it in with the tool

(4) Make sure that the pin is flush on both sides of the chain