One of your final jobs should be to make sure all the key bolts on your bike are tight. It's also an opportunity to check no bolts are damaged and need replacing. Most bolts on your bike will have a torque setting and it's important to adhere to these.

A correctly indexed rear derailleur, meanwhile, will give you fast, accurate and reliable shifting across the cassette. Fortunately, while it might look like a complicated job to get everything running smoothly, it's relatively simple and a key skill for the home mechanic.

The drivetrain is the mechanical heart of your machine, and the area of the bike, which needs particular care and attention – not just at the start of the season but through the year. This is a good opportunity to check your chain for wear and replace it if necessary.