How much should 2 new bicycle tires cost? What about a tune up?
I just purchased a used bike from a nice person I found on Craigslist. It is a Specialized “Hard Rock” mountain bike. I am only using it for commuting from the BART station to my job in San Francisco (yes, I live in the Bay Area). The bike is actually in decent shape, but it does need new tires (I knew this going in to the deal). The seller told me that I have about 2 months left on them,but I’d rather be safe then sorry. Other than that, I’d like to have a bike pro give it a good once over with a tune up, just for peace of mind. How much should i be prepared to pay for 2 new tires (nothing fancy-just enough to get me around town) and a tune up? Also, for anyone living in Oakland- can you suggest a good bike shop?
Hey,
2 new tires for a mtb shouldn’t cost more than about $80. if you are only mainly riding roads try tires that will suit – not the full on mtb tires. You’ll find it much more comfortable.
As for a service, probably $100 to check over and tune up. Depending on how old and worn the bike is they may recommend replacing things…..bearings, pads, discs etc and that’s where the money can really start to add up!
Hope this helps
Winter Ice bike commute with fun sound effects (Bicycle with screws in the tires)
