How To Use A Bike Pump

Glossary
Knurled - Small ridges on the edge or surface. This makes a round-shaped nut easier to tighten and loosen.
Pneumatic - A pneumatic tyre operates by air under pressure.
Pump (portable) - This is a hand pump. It is easy to carry around, but takes a lot of effort to inflate a tyre with one of these.
Pump (track) - A track pump, sometimes called a stirrup pump or a floor pump, is a large pump that is operated by standing on a stirrup or plate and then using both hand to move the handle up and down. It is too heavy to carry around, but it is much easier to get high pressure and a lot of air volume into a tyre with one of these.
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[@robkunkel8833]

Three videos into this issue and this is the first that discussed how the rubber bit and the external knurled nut works. Thanks. Subscribed.

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi Rob, thanks for your comment and welcome to the CMA community! I am pleased that you found our video helpful🙂.

[@LTvlogs-ll8zg]

I ok

[@lexicaswell8320]

Same. After hours of messing it. This was by far the best help

[@DmitryGu]

You actually saved me. I was across town with a broken tire and thought I had bought the wrong pump. But your wonderful video saved me. Thank you so, so much.

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi, I'm thrilled to hear that the video helped you out of a tight spot! It's moments like these that make creating content so rewarding. If you ever need more assistance, feel free to reach out.🙂

[@Drovoceka]

Omg I thought my pump was broken or something at first, it didn't want to get any air into the tire. But now it works hahaha thank you for the great explanation of such a simple thing ! :)

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi Victor, you're most welcome🙂. I'm glad your pump wasn't broken and that, after watching our video you can enjoy cycling on a well inflated tyres 🚴‍♂️

[@TheSpaceman332211]

Presta valve's are a nightmare to deal with. Most frustrating thing ever.

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hey, hope you find it a bit easier after watching our tutorial

[@TheSpaceman332211]

@@cyclemaintenanceacademy i did, thank you

[@edalecu]

nightmare until you use them frequently :) You just get used to them!

[@Lucary1000]

I broke several tyres with the presta valve already

[@JB-xp4pg]

Apparently so are apostrophes.

[@debidebb7028]

I love that you simply and clearly explained this. I have watched at least 4 other videos that some how managed to leave this info out. I'm now subscribed. I appreciate your sharing and delivery of information. THANKS SO MUCH!!

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi, and thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled that you found the explanation helpful and that you've decided to subscribe. If you have any more questions or need further assistance in the future, feel free to reach out. Happy to help anytime!

[@MrChilliphil]

Thanks for simple and clear instructions. Now I can inflate my presta valves instead of deflating it all the time 😂

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

You're most welcome! I'm pleased that the instructions were clear and straightforward for you. No more deflating shenanigans with the Presta valves! 😂 If you ever need more biking hacks or have any questions, feel free to reach out.

[@NamzeHD]

Was wondering why my pump wasn't working, I was soo frustrated and angry, came across this video and I'm now at peace, all I had to do was switch around the plastic piece. Subscribed.

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hey, thanks for the comment and subscription🙏. I know the frustration and I'm pleased that you found the video useful🙂

[@musabrazeen2235]

A fantabulous demonstration and I am highly grateful to you for your excellent help in fixing my issue of rockbros mini hand air pump with the presta valve. 😊 👍 ❤

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi, thank you for your kind words and positive feedback!🙏 I'm thrilled to hear that our video was helpful in resolving your issue. Fixing bike-related problems can sometimes be a bit tricky, so it's great to know that the video provided excellent help for you. If you have any more questions or need further assistance with your bike or any other cycling-related matters, feel free to reach out. I'm here to help!🙂

[@lexicaswell8320]

After hours of messing with this tire, I finally figured out the schrader valve thanks to your video. All the other info was on the presta valve or just not very informative. My daughter is so happy we can ride bikes again. Thank you! ❤

[@carolynlyness3852]

Thank you for a simple clear explanation in layman’s terms of how to use this pump. Will certainly check out your other videos

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi Carolyn, you're most welcome. I'm really pleased to hear that the video was clear to understand. Please feel free to subscribe and check out our other videos. If you need any other advice or have some bike-related questions feel free to reach out. Happy cycling🙂

[@dnagel22]

Thank you so much, we definitely did not spend 15 minutes trying to figure it out until we saw this!

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

You're very welocme. Glad that our video was helpful🙂

[@Hawky2947]

I only used classic big ones (where you use foot to hold the pump on the ground) with external adapters before so I was confused about these small parts that can easily get lost in the grass... yeah, talking from experience (found it). And tried it, and done it wrong. Now I know how-to. Thanks to you. Thanks!

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

😂 Glad the video helped. Thank you

[@rrr83]

Well your video is far better than the manufacturers, thanks

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi, thanks for such a great comment and I appreciate the compliment! I'm glad the video was helpful. If you ever have more questions or need assistance with anything else, feel free to ask.😊

[@fastrax1949]

Excellent, thank you. far better than the instructions (!) on the Oxford Airflow Twist compact mini pump packaging!

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi Terry, thanks🙏. I'm pleased that you found it useful🙂

[@christinayocca871]

Thanks. Just what I needed to make the pump work on my new bike.

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi Christina, I'm so pleased that you found our video helpful🙂

[@manikishanghantasala5356]

Thanks a lot for helping us. Was scratching our heads since an hour and you fixed on how we can modify the pump as per the valve.

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

You're most welcome. I'm glad that the video was helpful😊. If you need any more advice or have any bike related questions feel free to get in touch or check out our KZbin channel. Happy cycling 😌

[@Ciaolo]

Thank you so much for making this very useful video :)

[@irini4658]

Thank you for the most enlightening video, after watching it, I could control the pump correctly.

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi, thanks for your comment🙏. I'm so pleased that you found our video helpful🙂

[@nmarks]

Modern pumps like this are, IMHO, absurd. The old style pumps would connect to the tyre's valve by screwing on a six inch long adapter. That way everything was screwed tightly togather so could arrest assured all o9f the air from the pump would go into the tyre. These modern pumps aren't screwed to the tyre valve, they're pressed on and quite a lot of the air you pump escapes. Nonethless, thanks for the video. Very clear. 👍

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hey, thanks for your comment. Fair point! Modern pumps are more compact and easier to carry but there was something about the old pumps that made pumping up tyres easier and safer for the valves. I'm glad that you found the video clear and helpful.😄

[@KDDB]

This video gave me what I needed! Simply hehe. Thanks! 🙏🏻🍀🏆

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

You're welcome! I'm glad the video provided what you needed. If you have any more questions or need further guidance, feel free to reach out. Happy pumping! 🚴‍♂️👍🍀

[@youraveragegachatuber]

Thankyou very much for taking time and making this video. You have very clearly explained it and showed it. God bless

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

You're very welcome! I'm pleased to hear that you found the video helpful. If you ever have more questions or need assistance with anything else, feel free to ask. Happy cycling! 🚴‍♂️😊

[@unbreakpl]

I was wasting money on many adapters before this video! Thank you, thank you!!

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi, glad we could help🙂

[@macarenav1190]

You saved my life thanks x!

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Wow! Praise indeed. 😁

[@Doug557]

thanks for taking the time to make clear instructions

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi and thanks for your comment. I'm glad the instructions were clear and useful for you. If you have any more questions about bike pumps or need further assistance, feel free to ask. Happy cycling!🙂

[@mjp7814]

Thank you so much! i watched like 5 videos and no one thought to mention this! i was about to throw my pump away!

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

I'm really glad I could help you out before you got rid of your pump! Sometimes it's those little details that can make all the difference. If you have any more questions or need assistance with anything else, don't hesitate to ask. 🙂

[@Maynards_so_blue]

This is spot on. Thank you very much this was a big help

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi, and thanks for your feedback. I'm glad to hear that you found it helpful! If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask.🙂

[@CristalMediumBlue]

Thank you very much! I was about to buy a new pump because I did not know that this pump worked for both

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi Ricardo. Thanks for your comment. I'm glad that our video helped to solve your problem and save some money🙂

[@vidhyaramasamy2011]

Great thanks..it helped me today..

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi Vidhya, I am pleased that our video made your day a little bit easier🙂

[@ahmadomidqasemi1486]

So helpful thank you 😊

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

You are most welcome Ahmad🙂

[@vainnq]

HELLO MARY THANKS FOR YOUR VERY USEFUL INSTRUCTION VIDEO I DIDNT HAVE A CLUE ABOUT BIKE PUMPS ,NOW EVERYTHING IS CLEAR BYE BYE👋👋

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi, I'm so glad you found the video useful! If you have any more questions about bike pumps or anything else, feel free to ask.🙂

[@vainnq]

@@cyclemaintenanceacademy THANK YOU VERY MUCH👍

[@mavitoor2732]

Thank u so much . This will hopefully help me out .

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

You're most welcome! I'm glad you found the video helpful. If you have any more questions or need further assistance in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Happy cycling! 😊

[@hannacaunda6424]

Thank you for this. So useful!

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

You're welcome! I'm glad you found it helpful! If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask.🙂

[@menadsimo6775]

Thank you, your vidéo was verry usefull for me

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi Menad, you're most welcome 🙂

[@thedanyesful]

This is exactly what I was looking for. Specialized doesn't even have a manual on their site for the pump they sold me.

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi, and thanks for your comment. I'm glad I could help fill that gap! If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask.

[@lpic3438]

Thanks , great explanation and video w short msg.

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi, thanks for a great comment. I'm pleased that you found the video helpful🙂

[@miziabdelbasset4329]

Very helpful, thanks. 👍👍👍

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

You're welcome! I'm glad you found it helpful. If you need anything else, just let me know! 👍

[@marlonb.8243]

Thank you for doing this video. I have an old Mt. Zefal from the 1990's. I was wondering what that lever was for.

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

You're welcome! I'm glad the video could help. If you have any more questions or if there's anything else I can help you with, feel free to ask!🙂

[@hurairah32844]

It’s really helpful for the beginner I love it there is no such a word to describe my thanks to you keep posting such a good things like this. Thank you very much

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Thanks so much for your kind words! I'm glad you found the video helpful. I'll definitely keep posting more content like this for beginners like you.

[@user-tl3sm9nu9s]

Very easy to understand! ! thank you

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi, and thanks for your nice comment. I'm glad you found it easy to understand! You're welcome! If you need any more advice or have a bike relasted question, feel free to reach out. 🙂

[@SonofGroucho1]

Thanks very much: very useful.

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi Gordon, thanks for the comment. I'm pleased that you found the video helpful.

[@keythrower1]

Great vid. 👍

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hey , thanks for the comment and I'm glad you enjoyed it🙂

[@yarite4056]

This is so Helpful ❤

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi, and thanks for your comment. I'm pleased to hear that you found the video helpful. If you need any more advice or have bike-related questions feel free to reach out.🙂

[@MrBananaLady-]

Thank you. I thought I was crazy.. thanks to you are learned that just because it says it’s universal doesn’t mean that you don’t have to take it apart know what you’re doing

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hey, thanks for your great comment.🙏 I'm pleased that you found my video helpful. If you need any more advice just give me a shout. Happy cycling!

[@davidjaramillocaro5910]

Thank you so much

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Any time David🙂

[@bonkousmcnaughty4604]

How have suddenly made using a bike pump so technical😂

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Haha, yes. You should see the extended version of this tutorial...😂

[@bijuisaac3637]

Well explained . Thanks. What is the lock and unlock postion of the lever? I believe "closed"position of lever is "unlock" and "arise" position of lever is "lock". Correct me if I am wrong. I am using similar type small Btwin hand pump.

[@chiboloatorrante]

you rock lady!

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Well, I try to rock a little bit every day, glad you noticed!😉

[@mle9852]

Thank you! Thought the pump was broken because it didn't fall out gonna use plies to pull it out and flip it! Thought i was a total idiot and i see its not just me 😂

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

HI, thanks for the comment. I'm glad that your pump is not broken and that you can now pump your tyres. No idiots here, we all learn something new every day. You can now be a local hero and share this knowledge with other fellow cyclists😎

[@gameplague6686]

Great vid thx

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Thanks for watching, glad you liked it!🙂

[@PapaCuppa]

Thank you!

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

You're welcome, hope it helped 😁

[@normanagote2209]

Nice, Thanks

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hey, Norman, you're welcome. I hope that you found the video useful🙂

[@WilliamDidur]

Many Tu’s,could not find out how to assemble the Filzer mini pump,it has a spring,and no instructions how to insert spring.

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

You're welcome William! I'm glad I could help. Regarding assembling the Filzer mini pump, have you tried reaching out to Filzer's customer support for guidance? They might be able to provide some helpful instructions. If you have any other questions, feel free to ask!🙂

[@kraqerfatt25]

I just bought a pump like this and i dunno how it works. Thank you for the information. I am able to use it now.

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hey, you're welcome! I'm glad I could help you figure out how to use this kind of pump. If you ever have more questions or need assistance with anything else related to biking or the pump, feel free to ask. Happy riding! 🚲😊

[@kraqerfatt25]

@@cyclemaintenanceacademyi already subscribed to your very helpful channel

[@ismalaco_206]

thank you very much

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

You're welcome! If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask.🙂

[@rizu_ecclesia]

How to actually open the knurled nut? My hand pump nut is kinda hard to open

[@owencorrigan7039]

How have i got to this old age without knowing how this pump adapter works. Great video. Thanks

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

There's always time to learn new tricks. Hopefully more to come 😁

[@karinalai1487]

Thank you!!!

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

You are most welcome Karina🙂

[@jeffwilliams4574]

Cheers saved me a headache

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi Jeff, you're welcome. I'm glad that the video was helpful🙂

[@alexander5250]

I couldn't fix my bike to go to work tomorrow (20 minutes by bike) and thanks to this video I was able to do it.

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

That's excellent news. Thank you for the feedback 😁🙏

[@jamesdowns3007]

Thank you

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

You're welcome James. Hope you found it useful🙂

[@tubeme162]

Thanks!

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Thank you so much for your generous support!🙏 I'm glad you found the video helpful. Your contribution means a lot!🙂

[@nezzy4853]

I bought i similar pump around 1 year ago, now I finally understand how to use it 😂😂

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Haha, better late than never, right? 😄 It's great to hear that the video helped you figure out how to use your bike pump. If you need further advice on bikes or have any questions feel free to get in touch. Happy cycling🙂

[@nezzy4853]

@@cyclemaintenanceacademy Thank you so much 🤗

[@zeljkovasic2434]

Finally, decent explanation..... thx....!!!!!

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi, and thanks a lot for your nice comment.🙏 I'm pleased to hear that you found the video helpful.🙂 If you need assistance with anything else or you have any more questions feel free to get in touch. Happy cycling🚴

[@MasonOfLife]

How do you actually pump into the schrader valve though? Do you have to twist it? Lock it first? Just press it in?

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Thank you for your comment. With a schrader valve the pump end presses onto the valve. Then if the pump has a locking lever this can be lifted to create a seal around the valve. Hope this helps

[@BicyclePump]

Early bicycle pumps were actually foot-operated and resembled miniaturized versions of the water pumps used for wells.

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hay thanks for your comment and sharing your knowledge with others🙂

[@CluedUp23]

Thank you 💞

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

You’re welcome Ross 😊. I'm glad that you found the video useful.

[@loskattos]

Many thanks! And why can't this information be shared from the personnel in the bike shop?? All they did was sell, no other info..

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hello, and thanks for your comment. Sorry to hear that nobody provided you with this information when you purchased the pump. I'm pleased that the video was helpful, and now it's your opportunity to share it with as many people as possible so that this knowledge becomes widely accessible! 😊

[@e-eruelas4629]

Gracias tankyou

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

You're very welcome. If you need any more advice or have bike related questions feel free to get in touch. Happy cycling

[@Weterius]

Thanks

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

You're welcome.🙂

[@jesseboyd8849]

Omg thank you.

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi Jesse, you are most welcome. Glad the video was helpful.

[@paulgai]

you saved my life

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi, and thanks for your comment. I'm thrilled to hear that the video was so helpful for you! If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask.🙂

[@lovewillwinnn]

Lefty Lucy(loosey), Righty Tighty. (Which way to turn it to unscrew it)

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi and thanks for the tip🙂👍

[@dudu17891]

Just thx so much

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Thank you for the feedback, glad it helped😁

[@hyperviper0126]

for over a decade of cycling.. how the heck did I not know bout this??

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Don't worry, it happens to the best of us. It's like that hidden treasure you find in your closet after years of searching for it!😄

[@ocnarf40]

I don't get it, mine is set up JUST like how it's supposed to be (schrader) yet no matter how hard I try, it won't fit on the valve, let alone pump air into it are there different sizes or something??? the previous pump I had worked just fine, this new one I've been trying for three hours and feel like an absolute twat, what am I doing wrong?

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hey, thanks for your question. That sounds frustrating. Schrader valves come in one size only . You might need to contact the shop you bought it from and see if they can help. I hope your frustration will end soon. Let us know how you got on and if the pump was the problem. Take care

[@ocnarf40]

@@cyclemaintenanceacademy well, first of, thanks for answering and for the help, and yeah, after some modifications it sort of works now, still have to fight a little but it'll do for now I guess that's on me for going cheap though, so glad I tried it at home and not stranded in the middle of nowhere, one can only wonder why they made the thing so small or if it was even tested

[@Demant861]

What can i do if i accidentally lock it tightly?

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hey, thanks for your question. If the external knurled nut is too tight you may try to use mole grips. Gently grasp the knurled nut and undo it anticklockwise. Don't squeeze it to tight as you may damage the knurled nut. I hope this helps🙂

[@tammydelahoussaye5779]

Trying to swap air from needle to bike pump

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi Tammy, I hope you were successful

[@towner6403]

What do u do so the the needle part

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hey, thanks for the comment. The needle will most likely work with the Schrader adapter. Just fit the needle in the hole and lock the lever. Let us know if this was helpful.

[@jonfoulkes3160]

Was all good until I found no second rubber bit 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤷🏼‍♂️ We fly in the sky on jet liners and I'm struggling to blow up a bike tire

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi, thanks for the comment. I understand your frustration. You can try reaching out to the manufacturer or a local bike shop for a replacement part. Who knows, they might be able to help you out. If not then it might be time for a new pump. Keep your spirits up and happy riding!🙂

[@jonfoulkes3160]

@@cyclemaintenanceacademy cheers buddy 🙏

[@dannyblitz2122]

Video does not show a bike pump in use

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi Danny and thanks for your comment. If you need to know how to attach a pump you can find this in my video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m2HMpXuOptJsrsk I hope this helps🙂

[@geoffsmith8665]

Good stuff.

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Thanks Geoff🙏

[@WutsUpReese]

Thanks lol

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

You're welcome🙂

[@DwarfxEmoGirl]

So thats why it wasnt inflating my bike adter 30 minutes of doing it

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi, thanks for the comment. I'm pleased that you found the answer to why your pump wasn't inflating your tyre. Happy cycling🙂

[@andreasstromberg296]

This device just lets all the air out in my tires

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hi Andreas, that's a shame. Did you try any other pump? It might be that yours is faulty.

[@theonemodifier]

you didn't show how to use it on the tire, UGH

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hey, thanks for the comment. We do have another video that can help you, here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g4GkfIepr7mqoqc. I will add this link at the end of the other video so that the next can find it easier🙂

[@Quentins184]

I made a cannon with one

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hmm, interesting. My two questions are how and why???

[@ExclusiveContent369]

All this just to put air pressure in a road bike tire 😵‍💫

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Yep, it's a right faff. Remember though that when they invented this people had much more time on their hands😉

[@bliitztf72]

Didn’t even show us how to pump -.-

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hey, thanks for the comment. We have a great video here if you need a help with pumping your tyres: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJ2ZmoWpnNiDiJo

[@nucop312]

This is the biggest p.o.s., waste of money on what should be a something a child can use. Right back to store for refund

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

Hey, it sounds like you had a pretty rough time with the Presta valves! Did you return the pump or the whole bike?

[@alanrussell3739]

Really, really helpful - thank you!

[@cyclemaintenanceacademy]

You're welcome, glad to hear this 😁