Dr Bike

Dr Bike for schools / adults

Simple tasks like changing a tyre and mending a puncture are demonstrated and then performed by participants under the supervision of a qualified Instructor. Our cycle mechanic will share basic cycle maintenance skills, including: 

• Level and depth can be varied to suite the age group(s) – works best with year 5 pupils and upwards
• Covers the basic maintenance checks periodically required and also how to fix/adjust typical components such as tyre pressure/inflation, puncture repair, brakes saddle/seat post, handle bars, gears and chain/lubrication
• 1 mechanic to 5 to 6 pupils and a typical session will last 1 to 1.5 hours during or after school
• Available as a standalone session or part of more comprehensive maintenance training course

All course equipment is provided including bicycles to work on. By all means bring your own bike as this is a great opportunity to find out what all the nuts and cables actually do.

Dr Bike for organisations

We can bring the workshop to you. Our Dr Bike service is a mobile repair workshop coming to your workplace, community, organisation or event. Our knowledgeable and friendly bike mechanics can assess a fleet of bikes and carry out minor repairs while you wait so you can get your bike back on the road with confidence. 

If we can't repair it on-site, we will explain what needs fixing and provide a rough guide to what it should cost at a bike shop.

• One of the most cost-effective means of getting more people cycling
• Replacement of typical consumables is included in the price such as brake blocks, inner tubes, brake and gear cable inner and outers
• One mechanic can typically check/service 4 bikes per hour
• Pre-registration of bikes is strongly recommended to ensure availability of bike consumables/spares

The session can help cyclists get in the habit of checking their bikes regularly, provide hassle-free riding and help them avoid repairs.