Workshop Services & Pricing

All work is carried out at Port Velo Cycle Works, Portbury.

  • Prices are for labour only unless stated.
  • Parts, fluids and consumables (pads, cables, bearings, tyres, sealant and similar) are charged separately.
  • If you are not sure what to book, choose Free Assessment & Quotation and we will advise you.

Core Service Packages (Non-Electric)

Safety Check & Tune – £40

A thorough safety check and basic tune for bikes that are in reasonable condition but need a once-over.

  • Check and tighten key bolts
  • Basic brake and gear adjustment
  • Tyres checked and inflated
  • General safety inspection

Ideal if you want to know the bike is safe and working as it should.

Essential Service – £65

A more in-depth service for bikes that see regular use.

  • Full safety check
  • Brakes and gears adjusted and set up accurately
  • Wheels checked and minor true where needed
  • Headset, bottom bracket and hubs checked for play
  • Tyres, chain and cassette inspected for wear

Recommended as a regular service for most riders.

Comprehensive Service – £125

Our annual larger service for heavily used bikes or those that have not been serviced in a while.

  • Everything in the Essential Service
  • More detailed drivetrain clean and reset
  • Hubs and bearings inspected and adjusted where possible
  • Cables checked and replaced where needed (parts extra)
  • More extensive strip, clean and rebuild of key components
Premium Service – £180

A full strip and rebuild to get your bike riding as close to new as possible.

  • Full strip-down of the bike
  • Deep clean of frame, drivetrain and components
  • Re-grease and reassemble with fresh lubrication and correct torque settings
  • Full setup of gears, brakes and bearings

Recommended every 12–24 months for high-mileage riders or before big events and trips.

Child’s Bike – Essential Service – £40

A full safety and function check for children’s bikes.

  • Brakes and gears (if fitted) checked and adjusted
  • Tyres, wheels and bearings inspected
  • Bolts checked and tightened

Provides peace of mind that everything is safe and working correctly.

Free Assessment & Quotation – Free

Ideal if you are unsure what level of service is required.

  • We inspect the bike
  • Discuss how you use it
  • Recommend the right level of service
  • Provide a clear quote before any work goes ahead

Brake Services

Brake Check & Adjust – £15 (per bike)

Set up and adjust front and rear brakes, check pad wear and test operation.

Rim Brake Pad Replacement – £15 (per wheel)

Fit new rim brake pads, align to the braking surface and check braking performance. Pads are charged separately.

Disc Brake Pad Replacement – £18 (per wheel)

Fit new disc pads, align the caliper and test braking. Pads are charged separately.

Cable Brake – New Inner & Setup – £20 (per brake)

Supply and fit a new inner cable for one brake, then set up and test.

Cable Brake – New Inner & Outer – £30 (per brake)

Supply and fit new inner and outer cable for one brake, then set up and test.

Hydraulic Brake Bleed – £25 (per brake) / £40 (pair)

Full bleed of hydraulic brake(s), reset lever feel and check function. Fluid and small parts are charged separately if required.


Gears & Drivetrain

Gear Indexing & Setup – £30

Index and set up gears for clean, accurate shifting on front and rear where fitted.

Chain Replacement & Setup – £15

Remove and replace chain, size correctly and check shifting. Chain is charged separately.

Cassette / Freewheel Replacement – £15

Swap cassette or freewheel and check gear operation. Parts are charged separately.

Derailleur Hanger Alignment – £15

Align a bent derailleur hanger to improve shifting and reduce noise.

Rear Mech Hanger Replacement – £20

Fit a new hanger and re-set the rear derailleur. Hanger is charged separately.

Drivetrain Deep Clean – from £35

Strip and clean drivetrain components where appropriate, degrease, re-lubricate and re-set for smoother running.


Wheels & Tyres

Puncture Repair (including new tube) – £15

Remove wheel, replace inner tube, refit tyre and check for obvious causes of the puncture. Tube is included in the price.

Tyre Fit (tube type) – £10 (per wheel)

Fit or replace a standard clincher tyre. Tube and tyre are charged separately.

Tubeless Tyre Setup – £35 (per wheel)

Install tubeless valve, fit tyre, add sealant and seat the tyre. Valves, sealant and tape are charged separately if required.

Tubeless Tyre Fit (existing setup) – £15 (per wheel)

Remove and replace a tubeless tyre on a prepared rim that is already set up for tubeless.

Wheel True – £22 (per wheel)

True a wheel for lateral and radial runout and balance spoke tension where the condition of the wheel allows.

Wheel True with Spoke Replacement – £28 (per wheel)

Replace a broken spoke, tension the wheel and true it.

Wheel Build – Single – £60

Build one wheel from hub, spokes and rim. Parts are supplied separately.

Wheel Build – Pair – £115

Build a pair of wheels from hubs, spokes and rims. Parts are supplied separately.


Bearings, Headsets & Bottom Brackets

Bottom Bracket Service – £35

Inspect, clean and re-grease a serviceable bottom bracket, or replace where appropriate. Parts are charged separately.

Bottom Bracket Fit – £25

Fit a new bottom bracket and check for smooth running. Parts are charged separately.

Headset Service – £35

Strip, clean, re-grease and reassemble a headset. Parts are charged separately if needed.

Headset Fit – £25

Fit and set up a new headset. Parts are charged separately.

Hub Service – Front – £30

Strip, clean, re-grease and adjust a front hub. Bearings and parts are charged separately.

Hub Service – Rear – £45

Strip, clean, re-grease and adjust a rear hub. Bearings and parts are charged separately.

Hub Adjustment – £15 (front or rear)

Adjust hub bearings to remove play and improve smoothness.


Suspension & Pivot Work

Frame Pivot Bearing Replacement – from £20 (per pivot)

Replace pivot bearings on full-suspension frames. Bearings are charged separately.

Fork and Shock Services

We can quote for fork and rear shock services based on the specific model and condition. Please book a Free Assessment & Quotation or contact us for details.


General Workshop Jobs & Fitting

Additional Workshop Labour – £35 per half hour

For custom work and any jobs not listed above. We will always agree this with you in advance.

Bar Tape Fit – £25

Remove old tape and fit new bar tape. Tape is charged separately unless supplied as part of a package.

Accessory Fitting – from £10

Lights, mudguards, racks, computers and other accessories. Final price depends on complexity and will be confirmed before work starts.

Mudguard Fitting – from £20 (per set)

Fit and adjust full-length or clip-on mudguards. Final price depends on bike and guard type.

Cleaning Surcharge – £30

Applied where a bike arrives heavily soiled and requires significant cleaning before work can start. This will always be discussed with you first.

Bicycle Damage Report for Insurance – £60

Inspection and written report to support an insurance claim, for example after a crash or incident.


How to Book

Use our online booking service to select the service and a time that suits you.
If you are unsure what to choose, book a Free Assessment & Quotation and we will guide you.
You can also contact us at contact@portveloworks.co.uk if you have questions before booking.