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- What warranty do I have on my bike? This warranty applies to all own-brand bikes purchased from the 1st January 2018. For bikes purchased before this date please refer to your manual. Here at Halfords, we take pride in the bikes we design, build and sell and are happy that all of our bikes are of the highest quality. That's why we offer…
- What size bike do I need? If you’re in the market for a new bike, knowing what size bike you need will probably help you narrow down your search. After all, bikes come in all shapes and sizes, and the right one for you depends on your body type, cycling uses and personal preference. Check out our guide to help you measure yourself…
- Find the right size mountain bike If you’re looking for a new mountain bike, or want to upgrade your ride, getting the size right is vitally important. You’ll want a bike that feels comfortable, responsive and safe to ride. If you want your rides to be fast, fun and safe, then read on! Mountain bike size chart If you’ve…
- Find your perfect e-bike with a free trial Finding the best e-bike with a trial period can be a great way to ensure you’re making the right purchase. We offer a 6-hour free trial to allow our customers to experience the bike before committing. Here's how you can find out more about our trial. Free Electric Bike Trial
- Cycleplan bike insurance Cyclists are not legally required to have insurance. However, if you want to ensure that your bike is covered against theft and accidental damage, both at home and when you’re out and about, having specialist bike insurance is essential. How much is bike insurance? The cost of cycling insurance…
- Maintain your mountain bike To keep your mountain bike in tip-top condition and ready for the trails, you'll need to do some regular maintenance. Maintaining your mountain bike involves taking regular care of it and the crucial components that keep you cycling safely and smoothly off-road. Here are five essential things you…
- Re-Cycle your bike with Halfords and make a difference in rural African communities Halfords works with the Re-Cycle charity to collect bike donations and send them to rural communities in Africa where they are used to travel to work, and school, and transport goods to be sold. Our guide explains how it works and what it has achieved so far. Re-Cycle Charity
- Building an adult bike When you receive your boxed bike you will want to check out our handy guide, it provides a step-by-step guide on how to make sure your bike is built effectively and safely before you head out on your first ride. How to build an adult bike
- Bike frame numbers Every bike on sale in the UK has a frame number. Similar to a Vehicle Identifier Number (VIN) on a motor vehicle, it's a code of letters and numbers which provides a unique identification. This makes it easier to track should the bike be stolen and then resold or lost by accident. These are normally…
- How do I measure the size of a bike frame? Bike frames are measured from the centre of the crank to the top of the seat post tube. Place the end of a tape measure at the exact centre point of the crank bolt, then run the tape measure to the top of the seat post tube. This will give you the length of the seat tube which indicates the size of the…