Bicycle Tuning & Maintenance Short Courses — 3 Hours, BYO Bike
Ride Better With Skills That Actually Stick!
Bicycle tuning and maintenance short courses
Bring your own bike
Learn on the machine you ride
Leave knowing exactly how to keep it fast, smooth, and reliable
Three hands-on 3 hour short courses designed for
everyday riders
weekend warriors
and full blown bicycle nuts
No fluff
No jargon overload
Just practical skills you’ll use every single ride
Small friendly groups
Run by professional bicycle mechanics
You Don’t Need Another YouTube Video
You Need This!
We’ve all been there
The gears start skipping halfway up a climb
Your brakes feel… vague
Something’s clicking, grinding, or just not quite right—and suddenly your ride isn’t fun anymore
So you Google it. Watch a few videos. Maybe try a quick fix
Sometimes it works. Often… not really
That’s where we come in
1226BIKES teaches real-world bicycle maintenance and tuning skills in a way that actually makes sense—on your bike, with your hands, guided by experienced mechanics who’ve seen it all
No intimidation. No gatekeeping. Just the knowledge and confidence to take control of your ride
Locations Across Australia
We run 3-hour bicycle maintenance courses in multiple locations accross Australia including
Melbourne • Sydney • Brisbane • Adelaide • Canberra • Geelong • Gold Coast • Sunshine Coast
All courses run at bike-friendly venues with plenty of parking
So wherever you ride, there’s a course nearby (address list at bottom of page)
Why Riders Choose Our Courses
Because riding is better when your bike works perfectly.
- You bring your own bicycle & learn using it!
- You’ll learn on your own bike (not some generic workshop demo)
- You’ll get hands-on guidance, not just theory
- You’ll understand the why, not just the how
- You’ll leave with confidence, not confusion
Whether you’re commuting, training, racing, or just riding for fun—these are skills that pay off every single time you ride your bicycle!
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1000’s of happy customers
Choose Your Course
We run the bicycle maintenance short course across Australia including Melbourne, Geelong, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra and the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Miranda, Wetherill Park
🔧 BYO Bicycle Maintenance Short Course (3 Hours)
Perfect if you want to become self-sufficient and stop relying on the bike shop for every little thing
This is your foundation
What you’ll learn:
- Keep your bike clean, safe, and running smoothly
- Spot problems before they become expensive repairs
- Perform essential maintenance with confidence
Bring your own bike & by the end of the session, you’ll know it bike better than most riders ever will
Who this course suits:
Beginners, commuters, casual riders, and anyone tired of unexpected issues
Price:
$155
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3 hour BYO bicycle Maintenance Short Course
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We run the bicycle tuning short course across Australia including Melbourne, Geelong, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra and the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Miranda, Wetherill Park
⚙️ BYO Bicycle Tuning Short Course (3 Hours)
For riders who want their bike to feel dialled, responsive, and fast—every ride
This is where things get satisfying
What you’ll learn:
- Adjust gears so they shift crisply and reliably
- Fine-tune brakes for control and confidence
- Eliminate annoying noises, rubbing, and misalignment
Who this course suits:
Anyone who’s interested in learning how to tune their bicycle’s gears & brakes
Because a well-tuned bike doesn’t just ride better—it feels better
Bring your own bike & by the end of the session, you’ll know it bike better than most riders ever will
All tools & workstands supplied on the day
Best for: Regular riders, enthusiasts, and anyone chasing that smooth, pro-level feel
Price:
$155
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3 hour BYO bicycle Tuning Short Course
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We run the bicycle drivetrain short course across Australia including Melbourne, Geelong, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra and the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Miranda, Wetherill Park
🔗 BYO Bicycle Drivetrain Short Course (3 Hours)
Master the heart of your bike—the part that actually makes you move
$275
Cranks, headsets, spokes, cabling… this is where performance lives or dies
What you’ll learn:
- Replace and maintain drivetrain components
- Wheel truing
- Bearings
- How to replace cables
Who this course suits:
Anyone who wants to understand your drivetrain & how to make everything click—literally and figuratively
All tools & workstands supplied on the day
Best for: Intermediate riders, performance-focused cyclists, and aspiring mechanics
Price:
$275
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Not Just Skills—Confidence
There’s something deeply satisfying about fixing your own bike
It’s not just about saving money (though you will)
It’s about:
- Heading out for a ride without second-guessing your setup
- Knowing you can fix things mid-ride if needed
- Understanding your machine in a way most riders never do
And honestly… Who hasn’t thought I’d like to learn to fix my bike? Or wondered how to tune bicycle gears?? A 3 hour bicycle maintenance class or 3 hour bicycle tuning short course makes cycling more fun!
Who These Courses Are For
- 🚴♂️ Riders tired of mechanical issues ruining good rides
- 🛠️ People who want practical, hands-on skills—not theory
- 🔁 Cyclists who ride regularly and want consistency
- 😅 Anyone who’s ever said, “I should really learn how to fix that…”
What Makes Us Different
We’re not trying to turn you into a full-time mechanic
We’re here to give you:
- Clarity instead of confusion
- Confidence instead of hesitation
- Skills instead of shortcuts
And we do it in a way that’s relaxed, practical, and genuinely enjoyable
Ready to Ride Smarter?
Your bike deserves better than guesswork
And you do too
Book your course today and start riding with confidence
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We’re looking for instructors!
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Locations
Got a Question About the Short Courses?
phone number: +61 497 084 527
email: sales@1226.bike
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