Bicycle Repair Pricing
Since each bicycle is unique, the pricing for each repair depends on the amount of work required.
If you are unsure about the cost of a repair, please contact us. Any estimate that we quote may be subject to change, depending on whether or not one of our mechanics has viewed the bicycle and depending on the current prices for parts.
Written Estimates
written quote | a 30-minute examination of frame, drivetrain, wheels | $50 |
General Tune-Ups
basic tune-up | checking handlebars, pedals, seatpost for loose bolts, regreasing as appropriate, lubricating chain and cables | $50 |
comprehensive tune-up | everything as above, plus checking drivetrain, brakes, and wheel alignment | $100 |
Steering
headset overhaul | examining, cleaning, repacking, regreasing | $50 |
headset | installation | $30 to $45 |
quill stem | installation | $30 |
threadless stem | installation | $20 |
flat or riser handlebars | installation | $30 |
drop handlebars | installation | $60 |
taping | applying handlebar tape | $30 |
Drivetrain
bottom bracket | installation | $40 to $50 |
chainrings | installation | $50 |
chain | installation | $20 |
derailleurs (front or rear) | installation with indexing | $50 to $60 |
derailleur cables | installation, greasing | $50 |
Wheels
hub overhaul | examining, cleaning, repacking, regreasing | $60 to $90 per hub |
quick-release overhaul | examining, cleaning, regreasing | $30 | freewheel/cassette | installation | $50 |
truing | checking lateral and radial true, checking dish, adjusting spoke tension as appropriate | $30 to $50 per wheel |
tires with tubes | installation | $15 per tire |
tubeless tires | installation | $40 per tire |
wheels | installation on bicycle frame | $25 to $35 per wheel |
wheel building | building wheel from scratch | $100 to $200 per wheel |
Brakes
rim brakes | examining, adjusting | $30 per wheel |
V-brakes | examining, adjusting | $30 per wheel | cable pull | examining, adjusting | $50 per wheel |
disc brakes | installation | $40 to $60 per wheel |
Accessories
saddle | installation | $20 |
kickstand | installation | $20 |
chainguard | installation | $30 to $50 |
fenders | installation | $40 to $60 | basket | installation | $20 to $30 |
rack | installation | $30 |
Bicycle Mechanic Lessons
For those who want to learn how to repair their own bicycles, we offer private bicycle mechanic lessons.
You bring your own bicycle and tools, and we will give you complete hands-on training.
For those who do not know what tools to purchase, we offer advice and recommendations about what tools you will need to do specific repairs.
Pricing for Private Lessons
1 hour | $150 |
Policies
Removing Seized Parts
If a bicycle part is seized, we will try our best to remove it, but we cannot guarantee success.
Appointments
Your health and the safety of our staff are very important to us, so please do not bring anyone else or pets to your appointments.
Payments
We accept cash and cheques only, and we issue receipts for all transactions.
All prices are subject to 13% HST.