Bike Inspection Checklist

Use this Bike Inspection Checklist to check tires, brakes, drivetrain, wheels, and frame, keeping your two-wheeler safe and roadworthy for riders, shops, and rental fleets.

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Bike Inspection Checklist



Tires And Wheels

1. Tires are inflated to the pressure marked on the sidewall


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2. Tire treads show no excessive wear, cuts, cracks, or bulges


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3. Wheels spin freely without wobbling or rubbing


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4. Spokes are intact and evenly tensioned with none loose or broken


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5. Wheel rims are true, undamaged, and free of cracks


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6. Quick-release levers or axle nuts are closed and secure


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Brakes

1. Both brakes engage smoothly and stop the wheel firmly


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2. Brake pads have adequate material and are not worn to the limit


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3. Brake pads contact the rim or rotor squarely, not the tire


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4. Brake cables or hydraulic lines show no fraying, kinks, or leaks


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5. Brake levers have a firm feel without reaching the handlebar


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6. Disc rotors are clean, straight, and free of deep scoring


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Drivetrain And Chain

1. The chain is clean, lubricated, and free of rust or stiff links


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2. The chain shows no excessive stretch or wear


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3. Gears shift smoothly across the full range without skipping


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4. The cassette, chainrings, and derailleur teeth are not worn or bent


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5. Derailleur cables move freely and are correctly adjusted


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Pedals And Cranks

1. Pedals spin freely and are securely threaded into the cranks


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2. Pedal surfaces, clips, or cleats are intact and grip properly


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3. Crank arms are tight on the bottom bracket with no play


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4. The bottom bracket turns smoothly without grinding or wobble


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Steering And Handlebars

1. Handlebars are aligned with the front wheel and securely clamped


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2. Handlebars rotate freely from lock to lock without binding


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3. The headset is adjusted with no play when rocking the bike


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4. Grips or bar tape are secure and in good condition


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5. Bar ends are plugged and stem bolts are tight


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Frame And Fork

1. The frame is free of cracks, dents, or bent tubes


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2. Frame joints and welds show no cracking or paint lifting


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3. The fork is straight and undamaged at the crown and dropouts


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4. Suspension forks move smoothly and hold air or preload where fitted


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5. All accessory and rack mounts are secure


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Saddle And Seatpost

1. The saddle is securely clamped and does not rotate or tilt


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2. The seatpost is set within its maximum height line and clamped tight


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3. The saddle surface is intact without tears exposing the frame


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4. The quick-release or seatpost clamp holds firmly under load


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Safety Accessories And Visibility

1. Front and rear lights are fitted and working where required


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2. Reflectors are present, clean, and securely mounted


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3. A bell or horn is fitted and audible where required


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4. Any child seat or trailer is securely attached and undamaged


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5. Mudguards, kickstand, and accessories are secure and clear of moving parts


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Final Road Test

1. The bike rolls straight and tracks true when ridden slowly


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2. Both brakes stop the bike effectively during the test


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3. Gears shift cleanly under pedaling load


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4. No unusual noises, rattles, or vibration are present


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5. All fasteners checked are confirmed tight before release


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Checklist by GoAudits.com – Please note that this checklist is intended as an example. We do not guarantee compliance with the laws applicable to your territory or industry. You should seek professional advice to determine how this checklist should be adapted to your workplace or jurisdiction.

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