Whether it's a dodgy gear change, a squeal from the brakes, or a bike that's been sat in the shed for three years - we'll sort it. Our workshop handles everything from quick fixes and routine servicing to full custom builds and crash damage repairs, across both our Long Ashton and Southville locations.
Our head mechanic Timo is a proper bike nut with deep knowledge across road, mountain, e-bikes and everything in between. He leads a team that genuinely cares about getting your bike running perfectly - not just ticking boxes. We work on all makes and models, use quality parts, and always talk you through what we're doing and why. We're not a faceless chain workshop. We're your local bike shop, and we treat every bike - whether it's a kid's first Frog or a full-carbon race machine - with the same attention.
Transparent pricing for bike servicing, workshop repairs and maintenance at Bristol Bikesmiths. We work on road bikes, mountain bikes, e-bikes, commuters and everything in between.
Here's what our workshop charges for individual repairs and service jobs. If you're not sure what your bike needs, pop in for a free health check and we'll let you know.
Where you see two prices, the first is the standalone price and the second is the price when added onto a service or other workshop job.
The easiest way to keep your bike in top shape. Each package bundles the most common maintenance jobs at a better price than booking them separately.
£50
A thorough check of your bike's key systems - brakes, gears, wheels, tyres and overall safety. We'll adjust what needs adjusting and flag anything that needs further attention.
Ideal if your bike is riding fine but hasn't been looked at in a while.
£85
Everything in the Check & Tune, plus a full drivetrain clean. Chain, cassette, chainrings and derailleurs are stripped, degreased and re-lubed.
A good choice if your drivetrain is grimy, noisy or skipping under load.
From £145
A complete strip and rebuild of your bike. We take everything apart, clean and inspect components, replace cables and housing where needed, service bearings and reassemble from scratch.
Starting price is for a cable-actuated flatbar commuter. Road bikes, full-suspension bikes and e-bikes may cost more depending on complexity.
Free
A quick once-over of your bike to see what needs doing. We'll check brakes, gears, tyres, chain wear and bearings. It takes a few minutes and it's completely free - no obligation, no charge.
We'll tell you what needs attention now and what can wait.
| Headset Service | £25 / £15 | Enquire |
| Headset Replace | £30 / £20 | Enquire |
| Bottom Bracket Replace Threaded | £15 | Enquire |
| Bottom Bracket Replace Press Fit | £30 | Enquire |
| Front Hub Service Cup & Cone | £20 / £10 | Enquire |
| Rear Hub Service Cup & Cone | £30 / £20 | Enquire |
| Front Hub Service Sealed | £20 / £10 | Enquire |
| Rear Hub Service Sealed | £30 / £20 | Enquire |
| Freehub Body Service | £30 / £20 | Enquire |
| Cable Fitting External | £10 / £5 | Enquire |
| Cable Fitting Internal | From £20 | Enquire |
| Brake Bleed Mineral Oil | From £25 / £15, or 2 for £40 | Enquire |
| Brake Bleed DOT Fluid | From £30 / £20, or 2 for £50 | Enquire |
| Mudguard Fit | From £20 | Enquire |
| Fork Steerer Cutting | £25 | Enquire |
| Electric Shifting Firmware Update Error Checks | £30 | Enquire |
| BOA Lace System Fitting | £10 per shoe | Enquire |
BOA covers laces and dials under warranty - ask us for details.
| Lower Leg Service | £60 / £45 | Enquire |
| Full Fork Shock Service Removed From Bike | £120 plus postage | Enquire |
| Full Fork Shock Service Not Removed From Bike | £130 plus postage | Enquire |
| Dropper Re-cabling | £25 | Enquire |
| Dropper Bleed | £25 | Enquire |
We use TF Tuned for full services on forks, shocks and droppers.
| Linkage Clean And Grease | £40 / £20 | Enquire |
| Linkage Bearing Replacement | £60-£80 / £40-£60 | Enquire |
| E-bike Diagnostics Check Firmware Update | From £30 | Enquire |
Most e-bike work that goes beyond standard mechanical servicing is charged at our hourly rate of £60 per hour. For example, changing cable and housing on some e-bikes involves dropping the motor unit out, which takes longer than a standard gear service.
We'll always discuss costs with you before starting any work.
For regular riders, we recommend a service at least once a year - more often if you're riding through winter or on trails. A good rule of thumb: if something doesn't feel right, don't ignore it. Catching a small problem early is always cheaper than fixing a big one later.
Some jobs vary depending on the bike. For example, an internal cable route on a modern aero frame takes longer than an external one on a classic steel bike. The "from" price is the starting point - we'll confirm the exact cost before we start any work.
Absolutely. If you've already got the parts, we're happy to fit them. We can also source parts for you if you'd prefer - just ask.