Fixing Terrible Cube Agree Quality! Full Rebuild, Restoration! Sram Etap Service! ASMR

[@CodeCmdr]

Wow, that's one hell of a good service! The owner of this bike is very lucky to have you as a mechanic!

[@tommytello]

He charges by the 30 minutes 😂

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks very much!🧡

[@wsbygt]

Another almost 20 minutes of pure peace and joy... Thank you Bikespeeds!

[@Bikespeeds]

Very kind support as always, thank you very much from both of us!🧡⚙️

[@albertmeyer8983]

What a professional job. You are an example for bike mechanics!

[@Bikespeeds]

Very very kind thank you!🧡

[@karlschleifenbaum5793]

The black sticker works magic. Fantastic job once again

[@Bikespeeds]

Very kind thank you🧡

[@MCLRTR]

I said it before and I’ll say it again: please don’t use copper paste on threads or bolts out of aluminium! This will form galvanic corrosion. Copper grease should only be used on steel parts. Use assembly grease instead. Thanks

[@patthewoodboy]

good point

[@youtubejlnson]

Yes, as far as i know copper pastes real usecase is for high temperature applications. Very ironic to talk about preventing galvanic corosion, which basically describes Bonding of different metals like Aluminium to steel or copper, while using a copper paste. He also kinda suggests that using any grease on a bolt is better than using none, which is definetly not ttue and can lead to overstretching a bolt.

[@_Zane__]

I had a bicycle that we bought for the wife, I did some upgrades and they used copper anti seize... that pedal was welded on there 😂 I did finally get it loose but it was a bit hairy

[@noneofyourbusiness4294]

​@@youtubejlnsonwhen I worked for a bike manufacturer it was: "if you aren't sure, grease won't hurt, as the torque that called for usually is lower than what the part (or screw) can withstand. However, there are certain screws where grease makes no sense at all, for example a bikestand. That's where you'd use loctite. Or brake rotors. Or the rail for the battery on newer ebikes etc etc. And never would anyone have suggested copper grease. So, stuff we'd put grease on would be pedals, because the time will come where you want to replace them, rear derailleur, and bottle cages. Maybe the occasional other bolt, but generally speaking, just stuff you might want to replace at some point. Copper paste would most likely do a great job preventing you from doing that

[@PHHE1]

well he sprayed brake cleaner straight onto the sealed jockey bearings so..

[@ramsden35]

I have the identical bike and it’s nothing like this? The build quality is outstanding and it rides perfectly! It does show that it’s luck of the draw with large bike companies.

[@julibraxd]

As a proud Cube Agree owner myself, this is the best tutorial for bike maintenance! Thank you!

[@benjleath9406]

Cubes are good bikes, but whoever cut that Steerer Tube needs retraining !!! 😂Good Video and thanks for sharing 👍💚🛠️🚴‍♂️

[@Bikespeeds]

Definitely!🧡

[@Lukewilla]

That steerer tube is lower than most new bikes sold. I wouldn’t be all that surprised if this was cut after purchase…. It really looks like it was done by someone who was really unfamiliar with how the fork and steerer works. “Customer says…”

[@LifeCycle1978]

@@Lukewillathat’s what I thought as well. That cut looks homemade.

[@Customercf]

Nice value, but their quality control is below average

[@florian9648]

Got a Cube SLT Cross Race about 4,5k.. Not a single screw where tighten.... Chain was dry as hell. Price is ok for that bike but support is the rubbish.

[@lesreed1635]

Excellent job, if I didn’t live so far away I would definitely get you to service my bike.

[@kevinborovsky3558]

Enjoyable video as always guys thanks. This bike was an accident waiting to happen so glad you prevented that. Now it should preform as designed. Cheers 🇨🇦

[@Bikespeeds]

Saved just in time! Thanks again Kevin🧡

[@elbeardo2644]

Your attention to detail is a joy to watch, especially when a bike like that comes in which is needing so many areas addressed. The difference in how that bike now feels for the owner must be incredible

[@Bikespeeds]

We can only imagine how jarring it was to have committed to a ride and realised how loose it was. Thank you as always for the support🧡

[@kovar2344]

I really enjoy the songs you use for these videos. Its always the same soundtrack but it very calming and dare i say staple of this channel.

[@Bikespeeds]

Great to hear! Thank you🧡

[@P6_7R_Nick]

Your attention to detail is second to none, right down to your edit. Top marks mate. I'd bring my bike to you if you weren't so far away 👌👍

[@Bikespeeds]

Really kind thank you!🧡

[@johnstygall860]

I'm learning so much about bike maintenance from your videos, absolutely fantastic, thank you

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks very much!🧡⚙️

[@pavlokhryshcheniuk7765]

did you leave all of the carbon dust from sanding in the headset?

[@Bikespeeds]

No🧡

[@Fallington]

Staggering how badly that’s been put together 😮 Great job though Lee, looked amazing in the after shots.

[@Bikespeeds]

It is staggering! To expensive to be rushed together like it was!🧡

[@k1mfor]

@@Bikespeeds Looks like I won't be getting a Cube bike!

[@DBCYCLING23]

Love the video Lee and Simon keep up the good work can’t wait for my service next year as I be coming for Durham

[@davidlutan7727]

So enjoyed this video, what a transformation, now the bike is new again.

[@Bikespeeds]

Very kind support as always, thank you very much from both of us!🧡⚙️

[@jonathantyler7327]

Another top video. I’ve learnt loads from them.

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks for the support Jonathan🧡

[@jakubcikhart9639]

small details makes the big picture. well done !!!

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks very much!🧡

[@justusmetzler191]

Mate are you using a regular chainwear checker for an Sram AXS road chain? Those have bigger rollers in the chain and need a specific chainwear checker. Otherwise the chain will only appear worn when ist far past its due date. The Torque chain checker you use ist only for 12 speed Shimano and 12 speed sram Eagle, not 12speed road sram (i know sram road chain dimensions are idiotic)

[@scottbrown173]

Top notch workmanship again gentlemen! I am still waiting for the ice and snow to melt and clear before cycling season starts again here in Manitoba Canada. Cheers!

[@Bikespeeds]

That’s unbelievable to us! We’re entering some sun and spring now🧡🇨🇦

[@RobertRussell-oy1gj]

Great content guys as always and motivation for me when I’ve got peoples bikes waiting for service

[@Bikespeeds]

Great to hear thank you Robert!🧡

[@KarlosEPM]

Expert assistance adds not just value but a ton of safety- the loose steerer showcases this. Great vid as always, the owner will feel how a great bike must ride like. Cheers! 🚲

[@Bikespeeds]

That’s what we strive for! Thank you as always!🧡

[@finn_english]

Another superb video that I learned so much from! Thanks again chaps, I'm currently knee-deep into resto-modding my 2004 Orbea Mitis and your videos are helping a lot :)

[@Bikespeeds]

Awesome! Keep up the good work 🧡

[@justino359]

Lovely looking frame. Like the frame bag too, very neat! Top work as always! 👏💪♥️

[@Bikespeeds]

Yes it was very good looking!🧡

[@s23bho38]

Outstanding work. Well done young man.

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks very much very kind!

[@_J.F_]

That is a beautiful bike and I really like the little tool bag mounted under the top tube. Appalling the way it has been built though so what a good thing it has now been seen to before any disaster occurred.

[@Bikespeeds]

It is certainly a beautiful bike!🧡

[@DDai-qd8uk]

Me too, do you know which little bag that is? Keen to get one myself.

[@matskelton9589]

Love it ! Fab attention to detail that is so often lacking in many industries. Great stuff 👌

[@Bikespeeds]

Very kind thank you!🧡

[@lafamillecarrington]

Great to see the process you follow when servicing - and I'm in love with your oil and grease rack.

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks very much!🧡

[@stan4902]

These videos are like theraphy for me man, thank you for this :D

[@Bikespeeds]

Glad to hear it! Thanks for watching 🧡

[@henrygarcia6411]

Another great vid! Your commitment to quality service is commendable. These customers get an incredible return for their money. I would be happy to pay whatever your fees are, the value is ridiculous. Keep up the great work.

[@Bikespeeds]

Very kind thank you that’s what we strive for 🧡

[@riazghuman8698]

Excellent work, just like always with very best quality and very high standard. Every time its fun to watch.

[@Bikespeeds]

Very kind support as always, thank you very much from both of us!🧡⚙️

[@riazghuman8698]

@@Bikespeeds, Thank you Sir for Sharing such wonderful and intriguing experience.

[@durianriders]

Good video! @7:59 you need to drop the forks out to check for the ring of death if it was ridden with a loose headset. IYKYK. That is the problem with road disc is taking the fork out is SUCH a faff now. With rim brakes its literally a 5 minute full job done.

[@SpencerBaum]

No, the problem is headset cable routing. On mtbs dropping the fork is also a 10 minute job because they don't have headset cable routing

[@nickesser9883]

Thanks Lee 😊 As always a great service!

[@Bikespeeds]

Hope it treated you well at Flanders! 🧡⚙️

[@nickesser9883]

@@Bikespeeds it did! Perfect in every way😊

[@Mr229357]

Nice work. That bike was assembled on a Monday morning after a hard weekend 😊👍🏻👍🏻

[@AtheistDD]

or on Friday half our before the weekend.

[@Bikespeeds]

Lol 🧡

[@Doctor-yr3uy]

Beautiful bike, beautifully done.❤

[@Bikespeeds]

Thank you!🧡

[@JensThomasNepper]

Really nice bike repair.Keep up the fantastic work.

[@andrewgilhespie2803]

Lovely looking bike, I ride an older cube and this has me jealous!

[@Bikespeeds]

It was a very very nice bike!🧡

[@todddudgeon2320]

Beautiful bike. Thanks Lee, wonderful service to fix all the problems from the original set up. Now it’s ready for the road. Man, that cassette was really tight.

[@Bikespeeds]

Almost did my back in!🧡

[@erickasanmoerawi6120]

Awesome job sir and a beautiful Cube Agree service! ❤ your videos

[@Bikespeeds]

Very kind support as always, thank you very much from both of us!🧡⚙️

[@Jinedan]

Always a good day when I see a new Bikespeeds on KZbin!

[@Bikespeeds]

Very very kind thank you!🧡

[@procycler11]

Nice Rolex Oysterquartz. Love it.

[@sandwichbar8226]

Finally. A new video!

[@johne1956]

Just watching this now, picking up a Cube Attain Disc road bike today. Will go through all fastenings with my torque wrench now. 😀

[@Bikespeeds]

Hope it’s okay for you!🧡

[@kpsig]

I have a Cube Litening Aero Race and the built quality is exceptional. It is not at the top level of the last Focus carbon bikes made in Germany but, still, no complaints.

[@Bikespeeds]

That’s good to hear!🧡

[@matthewbenger8355]

Youve mentioned a few times on different videos about greasing bolts for the next time you take them apart. A re service of a bike previously done on the channel might be a good one👍

[@Bikespeeds]

Having done KZbin for 3 years now a lot of our re-services are on bikes we’ve already filmed and we figure it would be less interesting making the same video twice!🧡

[@Mike-ql4sz]

Excellent job! A pleasure to watch it. Yet i bet nobody is doing / can do this cleaning at home. Would a Rohloff hub w. belt drivetrain would be easier to maintain (i'm looking 4 a new bike)? Thx

[@Abnsdllnnlosnfd]

The man really likes his cleaning!

[@kris8165]

That movement in the headset is a built-in front wheel compliance 😅😂 Great job! Greetings from Croatia from Kris 😎

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks Kris!🧡⚙️

[@trekshogun]

Excellent work,very meticulous 👍

[@Bikespeeds]

Thank you!🧡

[@SayMcGillicuddy]

usual sterling work gents, nice to see a modern bike on the stand. That 'Friday afternoon' assembly is shocking, esp the steerer cut and headset play. Those flat top chains are very pretty, but for me the newer Force looks better IMHO 👊

[@Bikespeeds]

Yes it was a lousy job, we also like the look of them!🧡

[@Iwanaplayonline]

I found this video after searching for solutions regarding the lose headset on my cube agree race from 2024 This could be the solution, thanks alot!

[@Iwanaplayonline]

It was the solution.

[@theunfinishedarticle]

Brilliant work and attention to detail

[@Bikespeeds]

Thank you!🧡

[@PP-cm4re]

Just wanted to say these videos are really satisfying to watch. I’ve learned a lot about bike maintenance from this channel. I now grease/oil everything after taking components apart on my bike so they don’t corrode and can be easily removed next time. Also, the owner of the bike should contact the manufacturer about the that steerer tube because that is dangerous. I dread think how many more of their bikes have been sold like that.

[@Bikespeeds]

That’s great to hear! Enjoy all your riding and tinkering!🧡

[@iggybt1]

Great video! I have the same problem with my steerer tube on C62.

[@daveterra4778]

love this video man

[@Bikespeeds]

Thank you!🧡⚙️

[@caseypleasant1922]

That's an awesome bike... you did a great job as usual

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks for all the support!🧡

[@backyard_bicycless]

Great service! Perfect as usual. Curious to know the grade of sandpaper you use when you sand the disc?

[@Bikespeeds]

Around 100 grit 🧡

[@backyard_bicycless]

Thanks for confirming! ❤

[@nicholasrau3406]

Beautiful! You make me want to move to the UK to have my bike serviced by you yearly..

[@Bikespeeds]

Very kind thank you!🧡

[@craigfullbrook7219]

Hi Lee, first of all big fan of the content, always look forward to your next videos! I’ve certainly learnt a lot from watching your videos and have adopted a lot of your methods and ways of working keeping on top of my own bike maintenance, so thank you for educating us all! if this comment pops up on your radar, I’d be extremely grateful if one episode you could do a deep dive into your polishing and finishing methodology. E.g how much product you use on the frame, how long do you leave it before you buff it out, can you reapply ceramic spray etc. your general audience may not find it as interesting as me but it would be great if everyone took as much pride as you do in looking after their bikes

[@Bikespeeds]

Hi Craig. We use a liberal amount of polish. Buff straight on and off with vigour. Two different rags for on and off. Then a small amount of ceramic as to not leave smears. 🧡

[@harryrowland4734]

I've worked in many workshops over the years, the mechanics will always go for the cleanest bike first and the filthy bike is always the last, without fail every time.

[@LcFan96]

ive bought a cube bike like around 1.5 years ago new (stereo one 22 race) and i had many issues with it from the start: a loose spoke on the front wheel, misaligned derailleur, no grease in any of the linkingbearings and creeking noises from the dropperpost. after some workshop visits under warranty they were mostly resolved, but not gone all the way. i then started wrenching on my own on the bike and further getting into it with a help of my friend. we also discovered that the chain was way too long from the factory, so first we shortened it, adjusted the derailleur, serviced all bearings and over the time i myself fitted a new front fork, brakes, pedals, converted the tyres to tubeless and done some other bits and pieces. now the newest defect i had was that one spoke of the rear wheel got completely loose and got a bit mangled. although they buy their wheels from other vendors, i feel like there are a bit of QC issues there. im getting the wheels checked under warranty soon, but if that doesnt work to my likings im gonna save up on some proper wheels and fit them myself.

[@Bikespeeds]

Interesting read!🧡

[@rhysmaybrey7739]

Great job on a lovely bike.

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks very much!🧡

[@Traildude193]

As usal another fantastic video it was a georgous spring day so i got out for a bike ride cheers.😊

[@Bikespeeds]

Good to hear! Enjoy your riding!

[@Paul-of2yq]

Blimey the owner must have been chuffed to bits with that service ? You have given him what he really should have got in the first place 👍 Nice looking bike as well that white and black works really well 🙂

[@nickesser9883]

I am - I trust no-one else with my bikes 😊

[@TheGreyGK]

Lovely looking bike and surprised to see headset move so much. Great catch and fix. Definitely looks like they've had a couple of English ride outs with that mud 😂 great job and another cracking video with a stunning service and finish. Like a lovely new bike 🎉

[@Bikespeeds]

Yes it worked loose over the first rides! Thank you again!🧡

[@wonderingmonitor1996]

Wonderful vid, as always. A bit shocked about the build quality of this Cube, tbh. I own an older 2016 Cube Touring (converted for gravel and bikepacking purposes😅), and I'm really happy with the build quality on that one. Trouble free bike, really.

[@Bikespeeds]

Good to hear!🧡

[@KenStephens-xq3ny]

Even though I do my own bike work I would love to send over my 92 Bridgestone RB-1 to have you do your magic on . But it is a long way from Western New York to your shop ! Another great video. Glad to see that you are back on the bike. Take care.

[@Bikespeeds]

Very kind support as always, thank you very much from both of us!🧡⚙️

[@eliroberts9362]

"A gnats whisker" is a saying I never knew I needed

[@Skittlez19]

That chain tool isn’t compatible with sram flat top chains, you need a 3 point chain checker like the pedros chain checker Plus II

[@gmivisualsjason3729]

As your comment hasn't had a response I'm guessing he doesn't agree.

[@1972malberto]

I have the c68 aero I had to torque up a good few bolts myself apart from that it runs great, deadly video as always cheers

[@Bikespeeds]

Good call! Thanks as always!🧡⚙️

[@Ditypo]

the universe is at peace once again after a Bikespeeds video! anyone getting their chain waxed now?

[@DR_1_1]

Riding in the mud like this, I wouldn't wax the chain...

[@Bikespeeds]

We had our first of the year last week so hopefully some on video soon 🧡

[@danashmore4765]

Im not the biggest fan of modern road bikes but that is a beautiful bike

[@Bikespeeds]

It really was!🧡

[@brianpurcell9058]

Quality job as always guys ! Shocking initial build quality! 😳

[@Bikespeeds]

Absolutely shocking! Hard to rationalise that one 🧡

[@ConfusedFood-et4qg]

This bike got more love in 18 minutes than I've gotten in my whole childhood

[@Bikespeeds]

Lol🧡⚙️

[@yanistoyanov]

"The bike has done just a few rides"...few rides downhill on a bumpy mountain trail perhaps :D

[@blinklogic]

Wow…. that was an absolutely awesome service guys…. wish you were my LBS 👌

[@Bikespeeds]

Very kind thank you 🧡

[@philmorrow2446]

That service was worth every penny. Goes to show the shoddy prep of some bike companies.

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks very much Phil!🧡

[@essex9]

Fascinating watch !! that bike though was filthy lol

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks for watching 🧡

[@fernandoblanco1471]

Great video as always!

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks you for the continued support 🧡

[@Frandaman84]

That’s a cool looking bike😻

[@tornocoptero]

Gran trabajo , muy profesional . Les felicito

[@Bikespeeds]

Thank you!🧡⚙️

[@london3696]

Recently found your channel, love the vids bikespeeds team! If you don’t mind, I would like to suggest some things that would be interesting to show (just my opinion). A before and after of the chain and freehub sound would be great, to get a feeling of how cleaning, lubing and indexing has improved the feeling of the bike.

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks for watching!🧡

[@_Astrovert]

Great video! Right to the point and a very nice job on the maintenance.

[@Bikespeeds]

Thank you!🧡

[@garysladek9110]

Cheers, i enjoy these videos. One question, could you show the floor area and clean up after the bike washing. Im curious about how you go about this step indoors. Thanks.

[@Bikespeeds]

Hi Gary we mop up after cleaning🧡

[@selladore]

Lot of effort gone to it. I would also check the steerer tube for ring of death as it was ridden with loose headset.

[@MulletRecords]

A truly wonderful watch :)

[@Bikespeeds]

Thank you!🧡

[@cabanas861]

Hi love your channel. The before and after is always so beautiful. Question: what grit do you use to sand down the disc brake rotors? And you do both sides for each?

[@Bikespeeds]

Around 100 grit🧡

[@paultomlinson528]

Pretty bike.... I'm a fan of more retro bikes but jees thats a good looking bike... Nice work!

[@Bikespeeds]

Agreed!🧡

[@christophenglert4831]

oh look a heavy used gravel bike!!! :D by the way. great job working on the steerer tube. didnt imagine that it could have been as easy as this!^^

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks for watching and enjoying Christophen!🧡

[@DeanPattrick]

Very surprised at the (sub) standard of quality this was initially build. Great to see you get this back to top quality 😎🇫🇮

[@Bikespeeds]

As were we all! Thank you Dean 🧡

[@Silidons91]

I wish I could find a shop in Southern California that was this thorough. Even the shop I bought my Tarmac from, on the first ride I realized I had to tune the rear derailleur mid-ride. Stick to doing stuff myself now.

[@Bikespeeds]

Wise 🧡

[@Ghost12561]

you are a great mechanic!

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks very much!🧡

[@savagepro9060]

0:31 bike so ready for fun, even the headset and fork want to . . . play!

[@Bikespeeds]

Lol!🧡⚙️

[@endcensorship874]

My Rodeo-Labs TrailDonkey has SRAM Force AXS, and I love that stuff.

[@Bikespeeds]

We like it a lot!🧡

[@straycat1115]

I own the Cube Agree with Shimano DI2 Ultegra, in the beginning, the front derailleur wasn't properly adjusted, other than that, everything just works smoothly ever since.

[@RBean47]

How much was that service

[@lovenottheworld5723]

Back in the day when all new bikes were delivered to a bike shop before the customer got hold it, it would have been normal for the shop to receive it in that type of condition.

[@simonbailey2151]

‘Bring it back to being on point’? That poor bike was NEVER on point! Fantastic job making that bike safe. It was an accident waiting to happen with the headset ‘set up’ like that. Awesome job as always.

[@Bikespeeds]

Yes it was very dicey! Thank you!🧡