I’m planning to acquire a complete Brompton service London from this bike repair shop anytime soon. But since this will be my first time availing of such a service, I just want to ask you guys for some tips. What are the top inclusions that the full bike service offers? Like the first thing that I need to look for I guess. TIA.

 

A full bike service should be a full bike service and include every serviceable part.........

 

Other than that, nothing that I can think of.

 

Depends on what milage you’ve done and how you’ve maintained it. My understanding of a full service ( as SJC menu) is strip everything down advise on what’s worn and in their opinion needs replacing. Rebuild and lubricate with whatever you’ve authorised. So be aware that initial figure of upto £100 can end up with a lot of expensive add ons. 

This is what Evan's Cycles charge for their various servicing. Compare and contrast with what you're getting;

 

https://www.evanscycles.com/help/servicing

My full service would include 

 

a conversation with the owner to asertain the type of cycling/weather/mileage etc to get an idea of what components should be used to provide the best value for money/longevity.

 

removing all components 

Bearings (Clean & re-grease) or replace (no cost for caged bearings unless specific bearings were specified)

cleaning all threads and applying fresh anti-seize

Tyres & Tubes removed and inspected (inner tubes replaced at no extra cost)

All inner & outer cables replaced (no cost for parts unless specific cables were specified)

Brake fluid changed (no cost for the fluid)

Wheel truing done

supply/fit new chain (no cost for chain unless specific chain was specified)

Rim brake blocks replaced (no cost for parts unless specific brake blocks were specified)

Service sheet with torque settings listed for each component 

Collect & Drop Off service as a full service requires an extra clean environment

Replace any required components (no labour charges)

Everything that is removed will be cleaned prior to being refitted

 

I also give the customer the choice to have their removed components back

 

As part of this, should a customer want a new gear shifter/chainset/cassette etc etc or an upgrade of certain items, I would only charge for the part

 

As part of my initial conversation it may reveal that a full service isn't required.

 

Make sure you speak to the mechanics, find someone who is willing to take the time to listen to what you use your bike for, that way you are more likely to get the correct service for your bike and your needs.

 

Matthew

I do my own bike work, but I'd do pretty much what Matthew lists above if I were to give one of my bikes a 'full service'. I tend to do mine as a rolling process but I have the advantage of a workshop at home and evenings to tinker.

 

Be nice to your mechanic and clean your bike before drop off. If nothing else it'll put him/her in a good mood when they are servicing your brakes