BYO Bicycle 3 Hour Tuning Course
Stop Riding a Bike That Won't Behave.
3 hours. Your own bike. A professional mechanic right next to you. Walk away with gears that shift first time and brakes that actually stop you.
- 4.9★ on Google · 250+ reviews
- All groupsets: Shimano, SRAM, Campagnolo — mechanical & electronic
- Max 6 per class · BYO bike · All tools supplied
From $175 · All groupsets welcome · All tools & workstands supplied · No experience needed
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3 hour Bicycle Tuning Short Course
$175.00
Bring your bike and spend 3 focused hours learning to tune your own gears and brakes — derailleur indexing, cable tension, brake reach and pad alignment, all under the close guidance of a professional mechanic.
Classes run most weekends across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, and the ACT. Select your nearest location and a date that suits you above. Average 6 spots per class — secure yours before it fills.
• All bikes welcome — road, MTB, hybrid, gravel, and ebikes
• All groupsets: mechanical and electronic (Shimano Di2, SRAM AXS, Campagnolo EPS)
• All levels: beginner to experienced rider
• All tools and workstands supplied — just bring your bike
Description
Baringa, Sunshine Coast: Monday 8th June 1pm-4pm SOLD OUT
Chatswood, NSW: Friday 12th June 1pm-4pm SOLD OUT
3 Hour Bicycle Tuning Course — Fix the Gears and Brakes You’ve Been Putting Up With
- Duration 3 hours
- Average group size 6 (small groups — lots of individual attention)
- Difficulty 2 out of 5 — no experience needed
- What to bring Just you and your bike
- What we supply All tools, workstands, and materials
- Price $175 per person
Leave With a Bike That Actually Works
Gears that skip. Brakes that feel spongy. That noise you’ve been ignoring for months. In 3 hours you’ll index your gears so they shift crisply every time, set your brakes for real stopping confidence, tension your cables correctly, and leave knowing your bike is dialled — because you dialled it yourself.
What You’ll Learn in This Bicycle Tuning Course
- Rear derailleur indexing — crisp, precise shifts with no chain skip
- Front derailleur adjustment — clean, reliable front shifts across all chainrings
- Cable tension tuning — understand how cable stretch affects shifting and how to fix it
- Brake adjustment — reach, pad alignment, and lever feel for rim and disc systems
- Electronic groupsets — introduction to tuning Shimano Di2, SRAM AXS, and Campagnolo EPS
- Reading your bike — spot drivetrain and brake problems before they become expensive
Who This Bicycle Tuning Course Is For
Anyone whose gears or brakes aren’t performing the way they should. You don’t need a mechanical background — your instructor works through everything on your actual bike.
It suits riders who’ve done our Maintenance Course and want to go further, cyclists frustrated by skipping gears or soft brakes, e-bike owners, and road or MTB riders who want to stop paying a mechanic for routine adjustments. Groups average just 5 — our smallest class size — so you get real one-on-one time.
Maintenance Course or Tuning Course — Which One Is Right for You?
- 3 Hour Bicycle Maintenance Course ($155) — wheels, tyres, chain care, brake pads, and roadside repairs. Start here if you’re new to bike mechanics.
- 3 Hour Bicycle Tuning Course ($175) — gear indexing, derailleur setup, cable tension, and brake tuning. The next step once you’re comfortable with the basics, or if tuning is your specific goal.
Many riders do both — on the same day or separately. Together they give you the full picture.
Where We Run Classes
We run the 3 Hour Bicycle Tuning Short Course at locations across Australia. Classes run most weekends at one location or another, with some weekday sessions available. Check above for dates at your location
Victoria
• Maribyrnong (Melbourne west) — 151 Raleigh Rd, Maribyrnong VIC 3032
• Vermont (Melbourne east) — 654 Mitcham Road, Vermont VIC 3133
• Cranbourne (Melbourne south-east) — 940 Thompsons Rd, Cranbourne VIC 3977
• Geelong — 62 Leather Street, Breakwater VIC 3219
New South Wales
• Chatswood (Sydney north) — 1-7 Mann St, Chatswood NSW 2067
• Wetherill Park (Sydney west) — 2 Cowpasture Place, Wetherill Park NSW 2164
• Miranda (Sydney south) — 169 Port Hacking Rd, Miranda NSW 2228
Queensland
• Brisbane — 52 Bank St, West End QLD 4101
• Gold Coast — 3 Olympic Cct, Southport QLD 4215
• Sunshine Coast — 44 Edison Cres, Baringa QLD 4551
South Australia
• Adelaide Airport — 2 Fred Custance St, Adelaide Airport SA 5950
Australian Capital Territory
• Canberra — 64-70 Gladstone St, Fyshwick ACT 2609
Use the location and date selectors above to find upcoming sessions near you
Group Bookings
Booking for a group, corporate team, cycling club, or as a gift? We can accommodate group bookings across all locations.
Call: 0497 084 527
Email: sales@1226.bike
Gift vouchers are also available (link below) — a great present for any cyclist
What Cyclists Say About 1226 Bikes
Don’t take our word for it — here’s what riders say after completing the 1226 Bicycle Tuning Short Course.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to have done the Maintenance Course first?
No — the Tuning Course stands alone. That said, if you’re completely new to bike mechanics, the Maintenance Course is a great foundation first.
Do I need any mechanical experience?
Some familiarity with your bike is helpful, but no formal experience needed. Rated 2 out of 5 for difficulty — your instructor guides you through everything on your own bike.
What do I need to bring?
Just yourself and your bike. We supply all tools, workstands, and materials.
Does this cover electronic groupsets like Di2 or SRAM AXS?
Yes. Our instructors are experienced with Shimano Di2, SRAM AXS, and Campagnolo EPS, as well as all mechanical groupsets.
Is my e-bike welcome?
Yes — mechanical or electronic drivetrain, we’ll work with it.
How many people will be in my class?
An average of 5 — our smallest group size. More time with you and your specific setup.
What types of bikes does this course cover?
All bikes — road, MTB, hybrid, gravel, commuter, ebike. New or old. If it has gears and brakes, we’ll tune it.
Can I reschedule?
Contact us as early as possible on 0497 084 527 or sales@1226.bike and we’ll move you to another session.
New to Bike Mechanics? Start With the Maintenance Course
If you want to start with the fundamentals first, our 3 Hour Bicycle Maintenance Course covers wheels, tyres, chain care, brake pads, and roadside repairs — a solid foundation before this class.
Questions before booking? Call 0497 084 527 or email sales@1226.bike
Additional information
| Site | ACT, Fyshwick, All Sites, NSW, Chatswood, NSW, Miranda, NSW, Wetherill Park, QLD, Brisbane, QLD, Gold Coast, QLD, Sunshine Coast, SA, Adelaide Airport, SA, Adelaide CBD, VIC, Breakwater, VIC, Cranbourne, VIC, Geelong, VIC, Maribyrnong, VIC, Vermont |
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| Date | Fri 1 May 1pm-4pm, Fri 1 May 9am-12pm, Fri 10 Apr 1pm-4pm, Fri 10 Apr 9am-12pm, Fri 20 Mar 9am-12pm, Mon 7 Sep 1pm-4pm, Sat 11 Apr 1pm-4pm, Sat 11 Apr 9am-12pm, Sat 12 Sep 1pm-4pm, Sat 13 Jun 1pm-4pm, Sat 13 Jun 9am-12pm, Sat 15 Aug 1pm-4pm, Sat 18 Apr 1pm-4pm, Sat 18 Apr 9am-12pm, Sat 19 Sep 1pm-4pm, Sat 2 May 1pm- 4pm, Sat 2 May 9am-12pm, Sat 21 Mar 1pm-4pm, Sat 21 Mar 9am-12pm, Sat 22 Aug 1pm-4pm, Sat 26 Sep 1pm-4pm, Sat 29 Aug 1pm-4pm, Sat 30 May 1pm-4pm, Sat 30 May 9am-12pm, Sat 5 Sep 1pm-4pm, Sat 6 Jun 1pm-4pm, Sat 6 Jun 9am-12pm, Sat 8 Aug 1pm-4pm, Sat 9 May 1pm-4pm, Sat 9 May 9am-12pm, Sun 10 May 1pm- 4pm, Sun 10 May 9am-12pm, Sun 12 Jul 1pm-4pm, Sun 13 Sep 1pm-4pm, Sun 14 Jun 1pm-4pm, Sun 14 Jun 9am-12pm, Sun 16 Aug 1pm-4pm, Sun 19 Apr 1pm-4pm, Sun 19 Apr 9am-12pm, Sun 20 Sep 1pm-4pm, Sun 21 Jun 1pm-4pm, Sun 22 Mar 1pm-4pm, Sun 22 Mar 9am-12pm, Sun 23 Aug 1pm-4pm, Sun 26 Apr 1pm- 4pm, Sun 26 Apr 9am-12pm, Sun 26 Jul 1pm-4pm, Sun 27 Sep 1pm-4pm, Sun 3 May 1pm- 4pm, Sun 3 May 9am-12pm, Sun 30 Aug 1pm-4pm, Sun 31 May 1pm-4pm, Sun 31 May 9am-12pm, Sun 5 Jul 1pm-4pm, Sun 6 Sep 1pm-4pm, Sun 7 Jun 1pm-4pm, Sun 7 Jun 9am -12pm, Sun 9 Aug 1pm-4pm, Thu 10 Sep 1pm-4pm, Thu 11 Jun 1pm-4pm, Thu 11 Jun 9am-12pm, Thu 16 Apr 1pm-4pm, Thu 16 Apr 9am-12pm, Thu 19 Mar 1pm-4pm, Thu 19 Mar 6pm-9pm, Thu 2 Jul 1pm-4pm, Thu 20 Aug 1pm-4pm, Thu 23 Jul 1pm-4pm, Thu 27 Aug 1pm-4pm, Thu 3 Sep 1pm-4pm, Thu 4 Jun 1pm-4pm, Thu 4 Jun 9am-12pm, Thu 7 May 9am-12pm, Thur 7 May 1pm – 4pm, Thur 7 May 1pm- 4pm, Thur 7 May 9am-12pm, Tue 1 Sep 1pm-4pm, Tue 14 Jul 1pm-4pm, Tue 2 Jun 1pm-4pm, Tue 2 Jun 9am-12pm, Tue 23 Jun 1pm-4pm, Tue 28 Jul 1pm-4pm, Tue 9 Jun 1pm – 4pm, Tue 9 Jun 9am -12pm, Wed 26 Aug 1pm-4pm, Wed 3 Jun 1pm-4pm, Wed 3 Jun 9am-12pm |
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Sound Familiar?
You’ve lived with these long enough:
- Your gears skip, hesitate or refuse to shift into that one gear
- Something’s rubbing — brake, derailleur, wheel — but you can’t find it
- You paid for a shop tune-up and it fell apart within two rides
- You’ve watched videos but can’t apply it to your specific bike and groupset
- You know something’s off but don’t know if it’s the cable, barrel adjuster or something worse
The course fixes all five. In 3 hours.
What You'll Know How to Do
Every skill is hands-on. You do it on your own bike, guided by a mechanic standing next to you.
- Index your derailleur so every gear engages first time, every time
- Set cable tension, barrel adjusters and limit screws correctly
- Adjust brake reach, pad toe-in and alignment — rim and disc
- Diagnose and fix ghost shifting, rubbing and clicking
- Understand how your specific groupset works and what to adjust when
- Covers all groupsets — Shimano, SRAM, Campagnolo, including Di2, AXS and EPS
This Is How We Actually Teach
Most bike courses are demonstrations. You watch. We do it differently — you do every adjustment yourself, on your own bike, while a professional mechanic guides you through it step by step.
- Maximum 6 people per class — you get real attention, not a lecture
- Your bike on the stand for the whole 3 hours — everything you practise, you practise on your own components
- Professional mechanic next to you, not talking from the front of a room
- All groupsets covered — your bike gets the attention, not a demo bike
- All tools and workstands provided — just bring your bike
What Riders Say After the Course
Real reviews from Google. 250+ of them, averaging 4.9 stars.
“I should have done this course years ago. An absolute joy to learn about bike care from people who genuinely love bikes.”
“Ben and Steve were welcoming, friendly, funny and knowledgeable. In 3 hours we covered limiting gears, brake adjustment, cable tension — lots done properly.”
“Learned a lot about how gears and brakes work. Really practical — I could apply everything they showed me straight away on my own bike.”
“My shifting has been off for months. After 3 hours it clicks perfectly into every gear. Wish I’d done this sooner.”
“If you are using a bike, this course is invaluable. Well-structured and hands-on. I actually did the work myself rather than just watching.”
“Brilliant course. Patient instructors, small group, real skills. My Di2 was playing up and we fixed it in the session.”
Who Signs Up
- Commuters whose gears skip at the worst possible moment
- Road riders who want crisp, precise shifting on every climb
- Mountain bikers tired of constant mid-ride adjustments
- E-bike owners with Di2, AXS or EPS who want to understand their system
- Anyone who's paid for shop tune-ups that never seem to last
- Riders of all levels — complete beginners to experienced cyclists
You don’t need any mechanical experience. If you can ride a bike, you can do this course.
Common Questions
Do I need to bring my own bike?
Yes — that’s the whole point. You tune your own bike, with your own components, in the same conditions as every ride you do. You leave with a bike you’ve adjusted yourself and know how to maintain.
What groupsets are covered?
All of them — Shimano (including Di2), SRAM (including AXS/eTap), and Campagnolo (including EPS). Road, mountain bike, gravel, hybrid and e-bike groupsets are all welcome.
Does it work for electronic shifting?
Yes. We cover both mechanical and electronic groupsets including Shimano Di2, SRAM AXS/eTap, and Campagnolo EPS. Electronic systems have their own specific adjustments and we walk through them in the session.
My bike has hydraulic disc brakes — is that fine?
Absolutely. We cover both rim and disc brakes, hydraulic and mechanical. If your brakes need attention, we’ll work through them in the session.
I have no mechanical experience. Is this too advanced?
No. The course is designed for riders with no mechanical background. We start from basics and build to everything you need. The small class size (max 6) means you get the time and attention you need.
How is this different from watching YouTube tutorials?
You’re doing it, not watching it. Every adjustment is made on your own bike, with a professional mechanic standing next to you giving real-time feedback. The difference between watching and doing is significant.
Will my gears stay in adjustment after?
Yes — because you understand why they go out of adjustment and how to fix it. That’s the difference between a one-time service and actually knowing your bike.
Can I book for a group?
Yes. We accommodate corporate teams, cycling clubs and group bookings. Call 0497 084 527 or email sales@1226.bike to discuss options.
Where We Run Classes
Classes run most weekends across five states. Use the booking form below to find the nearest date and location.
Collingwood
St Kilda
Geelong
Inner West
North Shore
Gold Coast
Sunshine Coast
North Adelaide
New venues added regularly. Use the booking form below to see all current dates.
Group Bookings & Gifts
Booking for a corporate team, cycling club, or as a gift? We accommodate group bookings for the tuning course — great for teams who ride together and want to ride better together. Call or email us to arrange.
- 0497 084 527
- sales@1226.bike
Want the Full Picture?
The Tuning Course covers gears and brakes. If you also want to know how to fix a flat, clean your drivetrain, replace brake pads and do your own roadside repairs — the 3 Hour Bicycle Maintenance Course covers all of that. Many riders do both.
Spots Fill Fast. Average 6 Per Class.
Pick your location and a date that works for you. Bring your bike. Leave knowing exactly how to tune it — and confident to do it again next time.
All groupsets welcome · All tools supplied · No experience needed · 100% hands-on
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