ORTM 1100 Bicycle Mechanic
This hands-on course prepares the student to work in a bicycle shop or perform professional level bike service in a guide setting, on bike tours, or at home. Concepts presented are applicable to all types of bicycles. The successful student will be well prepared to assemble or repair any type of modern bicycle, including road bikes, downhill bikes, and E-bikes. (6 lab).
Major Topics
- Bearing Theory, Inspection, and Assessment
- Bottom Bracket and Crankset Overhaul and Replacement
- Hydraulic and Cable Brake System Adjustment and Maintenance
- Cable and Housing Replacement and Maintenance
- Derailleur System Set-up, Adjustment, and Maintenance
- Drive Train Assembly, Repair, and Maintenance
- Dropper Post Installation, Maintenance, and Repair
- Emergency Roadside Repair
- Flat Repair, Tire and Tube Design, and Rim Compatibility
- Headset Overhaul/Replacement
- Hub Overhaul and Adjustment
- Intro to E-bike Motor Maintenance and Repair
- Pedal Replacement and Bearing Overhaul
- Stem and Handlebar Installation and Setup
- Solvents and Lubricants
- Torque Adjustments
- Wheel Truing, Building, and Repair
- Suspension Service and Tuning
- Basic Shop Operation and Tool Selection
Outcomes
In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:
1. Overhaul a bottom bracket and crankset
2. Repair or replace bearings
3. Replace hydraulic fluids for brakes and dropper posts
4. Repair flats for both tubeless and tubed tires
5. Build and maintain a drivetrain
6. Assemble a modern mountain bike
7. True wheels and brake rotors
8. Fit a bike to a rider
9. Tune front and rear suspension on a modern mountain bike