Recommended Tools
| Tool | Typical Purpose |
| Allen wrenches (ranging from 2-8 mm) | Tighten hardware |
| Wire cutters | Trim mechanical cables |
| Flat side cutters | Trim zip ties |
| Needle nose pliers | Install cable crimp; replacing fuses |
| Tire levers | Replace an inner tube |
| Torque wrench | Tighten hardware to required torque values |
| Allen bits for torque wrench (2-8 mm) | Tighten hardware |
| Pedal wrench crowfoot for a torque wrench, or a 15 mm pedal wrench | Tighten pedals to required torque values |
| Adjustable wrench | Use in place of several wrenches |
| Square taper crank puller | Remove crank arms |
| A bottom bracket removal tool for Shimano/ISIS Drive splined 20 tooth cups, such as BBT-22 Park Tool | Remove bottom bracket |
| Spoke tension meter | Measure spoke tension |
| Spoke wrench | Tighten spokes |
Lubricants & Other Products
| Tool | Typical Purpose |
| A light penetrating oil, such as Tri-Flow | Lubrication between metal components |
| Chain lubricant | Keeps chain running smoothly |
| Degreaser | Bike cleaning |
| Grease | Lubricates pedals, seat tube, etc. |
| Medium thread locker, such as Loctite Blue 242 | Prevents select bolts from vibrating loose |
| Biodegradable bike cleaner, such as Muc - Off | Bike cleaning |
| Rubbing alcohol | Quick-drying temporary lubrication; cleaning |
| Blocks | Protects the display when bike is flipped over |
| Nitrile gloves | Protect hands from grease |
| Paper towels/shop towels | Bike cleaning |
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