Restoring this Giant Propel from Deadly to fully Serviced 21 Minutes! Full transformation Rebuild!

[@Bikespeeds]

We don’t tolerate any negativity to our customers! Please keep it positive for the greater good of everyone 🧡

[@jcsrst]

People who watch this channel obviously don't have the destroy sh*t gene. I watch because I like to see things restored and treated properly. I personally find it abhorrent to not take care of something l worked hard to buy. You've laid out a rich buffet of comment potential and then tell us not to say anything! I am so conflicted😂

[@brianpurcell9058]

Totally agree guys ! There's enough negatively in the world without bringing it to this channel. Keep doing what you're doing 👍

[@531c]

Good shout. Negative comments just so unnecessary

[@brianpurcell9058]

@@531c big style 👍

[@KarlosEPM]

The only real measure of superiority is kindness 🚲🤗

[@rhysmaybrey7739]

Great job. I think the state of this bike highlights how important it is to get your bike regularly serviced especially on a bike this expensive

[@Bikespeeds]

Preventing problems can save lots of money🧡

[@mrrodriguezHLP]

I ride this model of Propel and can say, even with good dry climate, and regular maintenance, guiding the cables through the frame is a pain in the butt. Good on you for treating the Propel properly, it's a solid and fast frame but needs a lot of love and patience.

[@Bikespeeds]

Glad you enjoyed it! Yes internal cables are not always the answer!🧡⚙️

[@carlpentney290]

In all honesty it's great to see such a well used bike. Epic rebuild and Lee even had time for a haircut! Well done Simon in the editing, it looks absolutely seemless and we would have known otherwise.

[@ObsidianJunkie]

Thats what I was thinking - maybe the owner did neglect it but damn, it looks like they rode the hell out of that thing and at the end of the day, thats what they're for - they're tools.

[@Bikespeeds]

This rider rode it everyday in winter rain or shine! Thank you both🧡

[@gabrieltemmy4074]

I notice how clean all Your tools & how You arrange the syringes of lubes and oil like a laboratory, the time and effort You put for Your workshop is SUPERB!!!

[@Bikespeeds]

Thank you! We really appreciate it!🧡

[@williammcgreal4366]

This is one of my favorite and I haven’t missed one since I subscribed. This was complicated but laid out so perfectly that I learned a lot. Thank you!!

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks for the long term support and glad you can still enjoy the videos!🧡⚙️

[@wizkidcyclist9968]

Awesome video. Big thanks to Simon for getting this together. Sad to see such a nice bike in such a bad state! Thank you for rescuing it!

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks very much from both of us!🧡

[@ducky4258]

Just a tip with the carbon fiber bikes spraying the degreaser directly into the frame depending on what is in it can be a very bad thing as if its strong enough it will eat through the glue/epoxy holding all the different layers together, Great restoration!

[@wsbygt]

That bike was riden! So satisfying to see it even better and back on the road like an 2024 model! Great job, thank you!

[@petermcinnes6987]

Well said.

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks for the very kind support 🧡

[@aitorbleda8267]

And in the uk a winter season near the sea can do a number on a bike.. this isn't years of not taking care, probably a single season of just doing basic maintenance and enjoying the bike

[@montyedwards3847]

I always enjoy the little tricks of the trade you do in these videos. There’s always something to learn. Thanks for sharing!

[@Bikespeeds]

Thank you very much!🧡

[@davidcarford5425]

Best yet. Can only imagine the customers reaction riding it for the first time after the service.

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks David! We really appreciate it!🧡

[@caseypleasant1922]

One of your best jobs yet.... you made that bike better than new....I can only imagine how the customer reacted and how that first ride will feel for them

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks very much for the kind words 🧡

[@bikingchupei2447]

17:06 no exaggeration at all, pretty much watched every single video on this channel, this was the most satisfying.

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks for watching week in and out it goes a long way!🧡⚙️

[@hafiz2664]

This was the best video because of the state of the bike, and as you said, it's almost a restoration rather than a service. Great watch. Love to see well-used bikes given new life.

[@Bikespeeds]

One of our favourite videos yet! Thanks for the love 🧡⚙️

[@todddudgeon2320]

You said it best, Lee…this is an epic rebuild. Everything was replaced on this bike, and it needed to be. Excellent work, and a special thanks to Simon for his edit as well. Thanks for taking the time to make these bikes roadworthy and safe. This service was worth the wait!! 😊

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks again and again🧡

[@marcdebroin6700]

What a job, gentlemen (as always). I would have loved to see the owner face when he rode the bike after your master’s job.

[@Bikespeeds]

Very kind thank you again for taking the time to comment!🧡

[@djc226]

Great video, very satisfying to watch this one! I bet the customer was very happy !

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks for all your support!🧡

[@ewanlivlingstone1759]

wow what difference to this bike. it is like a new bike and will ride better than the day it came out of the factory. great work guys and great to see this project finished after such a large amount of time filming.

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks for all the great compliments again 🧡

[@richiejames928]

The before and after rides on this would have been like night and day, it was proper knackered! going from those warn out pedals to new ones would of felt like riding a new bike alone. You guys do great work!

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks very much Richie!🧡⚙️

[@andrew30m]

That was really helpful for someone new to the sport to understand areas that need consideration for general maintenance.

[@calada1212]

Im just a fan of ur "grease,light oil,heavy oil, anti seize,locktite" usage.u truely understand where and why to apply those stuff..some mechanics nowadays just take it for granted, just make the bike look bling, but put wrong stuff on wrong area with unnecessary amount which can cause even more damage to the frame (which unreplaceable) in long terms..chapeau sir for ur brilliant job and the narration..ur vids not just entertaining, but more important-educative.thanks from japan❤

[@Bikespeeds]

Very kind thank you!🧡

[@Iccemann8]

props to the rider... honestly pushing the bike to the limits and i love it.

[@Iccemann8]

ofcourse after watching the whole video props to you and simon as well for the art!

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks for your support!🧡

[@patrickparisienne1917]

Team Bikespeed to the rescue! Bet the owner couldn’t believe how their ‘new’ bike felt!!!

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks Patrick!🧡⚙️

[@jyfortin]

Great job, very professional, it's always hard to deal with rusty parts on a bike. I wonder whether the bottom bracket is ok, and even the inside of the seat post. I always pay attention that the seat post don't get stuck with time. Looks like a new bike at the end!

[@Bikespeeds]

The bottom bracket had been changed and the seat post is maybe a story for another day but for now wasn’t a problem! Thanks for watching🧡⚙️

[@grahambell9831]

A superb turnaround for this bike 👏. Chapeau to all of the team at Bikespeeds. Your patience and perseverance have been rewarded. One greatful owner, I'm sure 👍

[@Bikespeeds]

Too kind, thanks again Graham!🧡⚙️

[@grahambell9831]

@Bikespeeds Very enjoyable bike transformations at Bikespeeds, looking forward to many more on your channel. Have a great weekend ! 👍

[@terrynye7034]

Well done Lee and Simon. But this is really import to prove that even bikes with lots of work can be saved and live on. ❤

[@justino359]

Crikey, what a basket case, but also what a transformation! If you're not mechanically inclined it's easy to let these issues build up. I'd love to be able to sort all the problems on such a quality piece of kit, so no negativity from me. ♥️ Top draw workmanship as always 👏💪

[@liamthephysio]

Well said

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks very much for the kind words 🧡

[@claudiofiero8523]

Wow, that bike must have seen many roads! My 10 years old crappy MTB never failed so hard as this one, not because i put any care in it, but because I didn't really ride it that much It's sort of a joy to see some parts wearing out for use and abuse

[@Bikespeeds]

We agree! Better ridden than not it’s a badge of honour 🧡

[@kenblair2538]

Wow !, what a job. I find it hard to beleive, how someone with a nice bike, can let it go to disarray . Get that owner on a maintenance schedule with you folks . Thanks. KB

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks Ken!🧡⚙️

[@savagepro9060]

What a Gigantic Problem, this Giant Propel! Ah, but Bikespeeds killed Goliath!

[@Bikespeeds]

🧡⚙️

[@johnstrac]

That's your best one yet ! Don't know how you manged to get that back from the dead.

[@Bikespeeds]

A lot of cabling is the answer lol🧡

[@senorspiegel]

Well done! This just makes me glad I'm not a shop mechanic anymore! I cannot stand working on internally routed bikes! On an externally routed road bike this would have taken 1/4 the time!

[@Bikespeeds]

It’s incredibly stressful🧡

[@jsselman]

Thank you Simon! I'd love to hear some customer feedback on his now near-new bike.

[@Bikespeeds]

🧡⚙️

[@dominicward3523]

Great job. Shows the importance of regular servicing to extend life of bike and parts.

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks for watching!🧡⚙️

[@johnmorrissey41]

Seriously impressive work. What a difference.

[@Bikespeeds]

Thank you John!🧡

[@Frank-bb9lu]

What a systematic thorough job that was. Nice to see a bike that has been seriously used to the points of being almost inoperable but then in your hands it ends up better than new. Shout out to Simon for the editing, your videos are well produced, instructive and enjoyable.

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks for all the great support Frank!🧡⚙️

[@BarryJones-wt3et]

Great video and a brilliant service! Was very satisfying to see you bring the bike back from the brink of death ☠️

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks very much!🧡⚙️

[@hennings3938]

Great job, as always. It's very satisfying to get a worn and torn bike shiny and functioning again.

[@Bikespeeds]

Glad you enjoyed it!🧡⚙️

[@DeanPattrick]

Superb service, that Propel needed some TLC. Simon smashed it on this video 😎🇫🇮

[@Bikespeeds]

Thank you Dean!🧡💪🏼⚙️

[@3brewster]

Great video again! Enjoyed this one, top work Lee and Simon!

[@Bikespeeds]

🧡⚙️

[@Traildude193]

This service has been my favorite in the last month. You went above and beyond.

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks very much Jake a lot of work went into it so we really appreciate the support 🧡

[@Doctor-yr3uy]

Hi.this one was very complicated and I think one of your most expensive repairs,thanks

[@chinov2933]

I'm happy this bike found you! remarkable transformation like night and day

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks very much!🧡⚙️

[@therealcrab]

fantastic video, really enjoyed that. It is somewhat therapeutic watching the transformation. I sometimes wish you would take slightly longer over the videos and this one was that bit longer - and all the better for it in my eyes. Great work!

[@Bikespeeds]

We’re still learning! It’s very hard sometimes to not run out of things to say on longer videos so we’re still figuring it out!🧡

[@jamesb1717]

Internal cabling! Rather you than me. Great vid guys, what a transformation.

[@Bikespeeds]

There were a few hairy moments with the cables!🧡

[@jrother]

Epic, yes. Probably not all internal cable bikes are like this, but makes me so glad I have no internal cables on my bikes...

[@sbccbc7471]

Most frames with regular internal routing don't run this way. They usually enter around the head tube area (but not through the headset assembly) and down tube for shift lines.

[@Bikespeeds]

We still preference external cables for ease of use!🧡

[@samcartlidge8667]

Great job team. Mindblowing how corroded everything was

[@Bikespeeds]

Thank you Sam!🧡⚙️

[@PhilDiasPJD]

Wow. What a transformation. If I have not watched and enjoyed the video I would have said you just replaced the whole bike for a new one. Amazing job and so relaxing to watch, a pleasure to watch you work your magic with such detail and care. ❤

[@Bikespeeds]

Very kind support!🧡

[@MrRunebro]

Watching this gave me a lot of insight into why my rear brake has completely failed, and why I cannot fix it using the barrel adjusters or by shifting the pads closer to the rotor. Might be time for a proper service!

[@sicbay]

This is incredible!! A total classic!

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks very much!🧡⚙️

[@paulsweeney5642]

Before and after are night and day. So satisfying to watch.

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks very much Paul🧡⚙️

[@adambell2964]

That was monumental. You are both masters of your craft. Well done Lee and Simon, passing the 30k mark is so deserved 👏

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks Adam we always appreciate it!🧡⚙️

[@davidlutan7727]

Loved the video Guys, absolutely outstanding service (re-build). The customer must be wrapped, better than new.

[@Bikespeeds]

Thank you David!🧡⚙️💪🏼

[@kevinborovsky3558]

Wow guys you out did yourselves on this one. Another well used bike is new again. Keep the videos coming they are much appreciated. Cheers 🇨🇦

[@Bikespeeds]

New one hopefully tomorrow! Thanks for the support again🧡

[@40yearoldskater4]

I have to say being an ex bike mechanic myself you did do an excellent job .Goin the extra mile with certain things like copper grease , full torque, nice .

[@Bikespeeds]

Very kind thank you!🧡⚙️

[@MrBillboeing]

In aviation we call it a D- Check …. Major overhaul. Great job

[@stephenmorris6202]

Gosh. We should all watch this and make a note to self about regular maintenance and servicing. Some of the points of failure would have been dangerous and a video like this necessary for us all. I have my bike stripped back annually and take off and clean the chain and cassette every couple of weeks. You get used to it. Very well presented video also. Suspect the customer had a massive shock and beaming smile.

[@Bikespeeds]

That’s a wise routine!🧡⚙️

[@tinniswood2577]

Absolute top work both behind and in front of the camera, very satisfying to watch. Should feel better than when it was brand new!

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks from both of us as always 🧡⚙️

[@justme.9711]

I have hydrolic disc and I truly believe they are Fashion over Function. I have never had a bike that didn't have much more brake ability than I needed and that includes the kids bikes I had in the early 70's. Rim brakes are like a tension wrench and disc are a stubby one. I live in Australia, no snow, but the brakes on this thing would be SO POWERFUL and gotta be lighter and less problems etc.

[@iskiiwizz536]

i didn't understand I thing you said

[@Maik1968]

Hello guys, you did a great job again, best entertainment for me as always. As you said: no negativity in the comments, that condition, sometimes more to do, sometimes less, is question of respect to everybody’s self control. Greetings from Germany and I will be here again next week 👍🍀🌞

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks Maik we should be back soon again! We really appreciate your support each week!🧡

[@KarlosEPM]

You said it all at minute 10:00 - it's a full restoration. And a great one! Most people give up on bikes if they reach this state, but you prove that they are perfectly capable of running again in a wonderful state. I'm glad I saved this video for my sunday noon belgian beer time. Wishing you the best and wishing the customer much joy on a gem of a bike. Cheers! 🚲

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks Karlos we appreciate all the kind support! 🧡🍻

[@Bautec41]

That reanimation of a dead bike is so satisfying! Great job

[@Bikespeeds]

Thank you!🧡

[@tekeeladude]

I will admit I was a little taken aback you didn’t torque the pedals at first. Such a relief to see you properly torque them at the end 😁. Great job guys!

[@Bikespeeds]

Haha we haunt ourselves with forgetting things 😂🧡

[@brianpurcell9058]

Quality service as always guys 👌

[@PP-cm4re]

Your customer definitely brought the bike to the right place. It’s now probably in better condition than when it came out the factory. Looks to me like they oiled the chain when it was dirty. Big mistake as this just attracts more dirt particles and accelerates wear and tear. I only know this because I’ve done this myself. 😂 Great vid as always.

[@Bikespeeds]

It’s in safe hands now! Thank you for taking the time to comment!🧡

[@andrewgilhespie2803]

Amazing video, has to be the best one yet, what a transformation and interesting stuff with the Shimano recall.

[@Bikespeeds]

Glad you enjoyed this one, we were glad to get a shimano recall on camera!🧡

[@antisha82]

Brand new bike after service, great job👍

[@Bikespeeds]

Thank you!🧡

[@HFF2K]

New subscriber here... I restore old bikes as a hobby and have learned a few things thanks to your generosity. I'm awaiting delivery of my ultrasonic cleaner, having seen the miracles it performs in your videos. Silly question... What do you put into your "Soapy Water" when you wash the parts that have been degreased? I'm guessing you live in a soft water area as I can never get that lovely soft foamy lok in my bowl...

[@Bikespeeds]

Our “soapy water” is just dish soap! Thanks for all the kind support 🧡

[@iancalland5934]

Brilliant as usual .. I'm from an engineering background and appreciate your expertise. The editing it top dollar well done guys its theraputic to me keep it up ❤

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks for the support Ian!🧡⚙️

[@jroobz]

nice oysterquartz 🔥

[@waynefoster5274]

Great work Lee & Simon, as always. I have a Giant Propel, so I understood every knook & cranny :)

[@Bikespeeds]

Hopefully you enjoyed this one then! Thanks again for always supporting 🧡⚙️

[@Local.hero.1983]

Thanks Simon

[@Bikespeeds]

🧡⚙️

[@TheGreyGK]

Wow epic video and phenomenal job editing and bringing it all together Simon. Lee, your attention to detail and care for each and everyone of the bikes that's go through I amazing a sets the scene for other bike shops and hope they are taking note. This must have been sooooo satisfying for both you and the owner. Excellent job 🎉

[@Bikespeeds]

Very very kind thank you!🧡⚙️

[@richbutler5815]

I don't usually comment, but this was a fantastic job by yourselves, very satisfying to watch the turnaround..😊

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks Rich, we appreciate you taking the time!🧡⚙️

[@bobgibson3516]

Thank you for making such brilliant, educational and entertaining content!

[@elmo575]

Top quality work by Simon keeping up with this rebuild for our viewing pleasure. Good job as always on the getting the bike done right for the customer. Great stuff lads!

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks from the both of us! See you again soon🧡⚙️

[@samharris3508]

I always enjoy your videos with a cup of coffee! That bike definitely was ran into the ground. But you guys worked your magic on it, and brought it back to life! Better than new even.

[@Bikespeeds]

Thank you Sam! We should be back soon so enjoy your coffee!🧡☕️

[@bevosully]

I have almost this exact bike. Getting this insight into what kind of work goes into servicing this bike really makes one appreicate the craftsmanship that goes into this. Awesome!

[@Bikespeeds]

Hopefully you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching🧡

[@andrewshore9709]

Great work there, probably better than it came out of the factory originally 👌👍

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks Andrew!🧡

[@duncanking4474]

I love your videos on these maintenance, I would be comfortable getting my bike serviced by yourselves!

[@Bikespeeds]

Very kind thank you!🧡

[@JasonShinks]

Another belter from you guys! Really enjoyed the watch. Some of Simon's camera work now is on a different level to last year, when I first started watching your vids, and I though it was good then! Well done fellas.

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks Jason we’ve worked hard on improving the “dance” of making things look right for the camera and holding tools the wrong way round to normal!🧡

[@styven77]

I have this model Propel. Those brakes are such a pain, the rear needed servicing at least twice a year! Rides lovely though and super fast. Great job!

[@Bikespeeds]

Yes even when they’re fixed they only need a wet ride to stick again!🧡

[@styven77]

@@Bikespeeds My mechanic installed a plastic sleeve over the cable that goes about 4 inches into the top tube. This fixed it as well as anything but still eventually the cable gets corroded.

[@ramsden35]

Great restoration and a cracking video to watch after a long day at work.

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks very much for the kind words🧡

[@gregkane8635]

Unreal job guys as per usual. That bike will be a delight to the owner now. I thought the crankset recall was only in the us?

[@sbccbc7471]

It should be global now, even we have it.

[@Bikespeeds]

We have it in the UK🧡

[@samblenkharn8099]

Superb work. What an epic. Internal cable routing looks so unappealing from a mechanic's point of view!

[@sbccbc7471]

I've worked on one before, just a little more cumbersome than the average bike with regular internal routing, if anything.

[@Bikespeeds]

It can get hairy!🧡

[@abedfo88]

This bike providing world class bike speeds content.

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks for watching we really appreciate it!🧡⚙️

[@db79887]

Nicely done hope the person really appreciated your work

[@munro12345]

Great video and super editing Simon - thanks guys!

[@Bikespeeds]

Thank you from both of us!🧡⚙️💪🏼

[@jonathantyler7327]

Great video. Part of me is a bit shocked that this bike has not really been maintained. The other part of me is in admiration that the owner just happily keeps riding and the bike is well used. Either way who cares!!! Great service as ever. Please keep making these amazing videos and I’m sure the owner will notice a big difference 😀

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks for all the support🧡

[@konradc12]

This is a well used bike, like my Giant Contend SL1 Disc 2021. The attention to detail and care shown in this video, is of the usual Bikespeeds high standard. As I said before, great video.

[@Bikespeeds]

Very very kind thank you! Enjoy your contend!🧡

[@Tomridesandruns]

Great video of a sterling job. Well done guys!

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks very much!🧡⚙️

[@justanotherbrewer2115]

Super video, I know the pain of galvanised cables rusting. The problem with concealed cables is it makes simple maintenance so tricky compared to open cables. Amazing lubrication details learnt a lot

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks for all the support!🧡⚙️

[@SaschaRissling]

Oh my god. The tire as a counterpart to torquing pedals. Thanks- brilliant tip!

[@Bikespeeds]

More you know! Thanks for watching🧡

[@terryjones7778]

Well done Simon!

[@M3GRSD]

Not all bike mechanics are created equal. You sir, and everyone involved in this shop are superlative ❤

[@Bikespeeds]

Very very kind thank you🧡

[@kevinmaina]

Amazing video, great watch.

[@Bikespeeds]

Thank you!🧡

[@theunfinishedarticle]

Well done Simon! 👍🏻 What a serious restore

[@Bikespeeds]

Glad you’re enjoying the content!🧡

[@NickJames-vh7dl]

Amazing work on the bike and the editing.

[@Bikespeeds]

Thanks for all your continuous support🧡

[@andreaborgonovo3185]

Your videos are great....grande maestro 👍👍

[@Bikespeeds]

Very kind thank you🧡

[@txmale5070]

what a transformation. i wonder why owner is using those old style pedals and not using clip ins

[@Bikespeeds]

They’re not for everyone!🧡