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
Bike Travel & Packing Services
If you are travelling with your bike, we can prepare and pack it properly before you go. This is ideal for races, training camps, holidays and cycling trips where you want the bike checked, protected and ready for transit.
Hard Case Packing Service – £65
Professional packing of your bike into a hard travel case.
- Bike assessed before packing
- Partial disassembly as required for the case
- Key components protected and secured
- Packed carefully for onward travel
Soft Case Packing Service – £75
Careful packing of your bike into a soft travel case with additional protection where needed.
- Bike assessed before packing
- Partial disassembly as required
- Extra care taken around frame, fork, rear mech and contact points
- Packed for travel using the protection available within the case
A little more time is needed to protect the bike properly.
Travel Prep Service + Packing – £120
A pre-travel check and packing service for riders who want the bike looked over before it goes in the case.
- Safety and function check
- Brake and drivetrain check
- Torque and alignment check
- Packing into your chosen travel case
Recommended before flights, events and longer trips where peace of mind matters.
Important Information
Travel cases must be supplied in good, usable condition unless otherwise agreed in advance.
- We pack with care and experience, but we do not control airline or third-party handling once the bike has left us
- You are responsible for checking airline rules, baggage limits and any bike transport requirements before travel
- If damage occurs during transit, it should be reported before leaving the airport
- If you are unsure what to book, choose Free Assessment & Quotation and we will advise you
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.
Chain Waxing Service – from £15
Bring in your chain and we will inspect, prepare and hot wax it so it is ready to refit at home.
Ideal for riders wanting to try waxing or maintain a second chain rotation setup.
Bike Chain Wax Reset – from £25
Bring in the bike and we will remove the chain, inspect wear, prepare and hot wax it, then refit and carry out a basic gear check.
The bike leaves ready to ride with a cleaner, quieter drivetrain and a fresh starting point.
New Chain + Wax Setup – chain price + £15
Supply your chosen new chain or purchase one through us. We will size it, prepare it, hot wax it and fit it correctly.
Recommended when the current chain is worn or when starting a waxing system properly from scratch.
Two Chains Waxed – from £30
Two customer chains prepared and hot waxed together.
Ideal for higher mileage riders running a chain rotation system for easier maintenance and longer drivetrain life.
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 – From £35 (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 – £40 (per wheel) / £55 (per wheel tubeless)
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.