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Barnett's Manual: Analysis and Procedures for Bicycle Mechanics (Hardcover)

by John Barnett (Author) "The purpose of this book is simple..." (more)
Key Phrases: fork column, dropout thickness, axle protrusion, Bicycle Research, Chris King, United Bicycle Tool (more...)
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An updated version of the most acclaimed bike repair guide, Barnett's Manual takes the mystery out of every procedure, emphasizing detail, logic, and measurement to make repairs with speed and efficiency and eliminate guesswork. Arranged according to the way mechanics actually need information, the manual functions as both a stand-alone resource and an important training tool for professionals and amateurs. This new edition includes extensive reference information, more than 1,000 illustrations, and worksheets. Each volume features grease-resistant perforated pages that can snap easily into a three-ring binder. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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  • Hardcover
  • Publisher: Vitesse Pr; 2nd edition (March 1993)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 094195031X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0941950312
  • Product Dimensions: 11.8 x 11 x 2.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 5.8 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #6,720,493 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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76 of 77 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Comprehensive with many details, yet perhaps a little dated, August 27, 2001
By One Man's View (Lawrenceville, GA USA) - See all my reviews
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I haven't seen any bicycle maintenance books that come close to providing the kind of detail that Barnett's Manual does - detail in such areas as exact measurement and classification of parts and threads, tool part numbers for many manufacturers, and elaborate torque specifications. The Manual actually consists of four volumes with vol 4 consisting of material extracted from the previous three for easy access. The repairs and adjustments are conducted via written step-by-step procedures. Many of the adjustments utilize self-adhesive markings that are put on the bike for the purpose of exactly increasing or decreasing the tightness of bearing adjustments. Proper torquing is always specified. The Manual attempts to be comprehensive covering both road and mountain bikes and all sorts of groupos. Some of these are covered better than others. The manuals also deal with frame preparation using facing and threading tools. In some ways the manuals are a little dated. For example the wheel building and truing sections use traditioanl rims and spokes, not to mention traditional hubs. But modern wheels are using vastly reduced spoke counts, exotic spoke materials and shapes, and cartridge type hubs. The translation from the old to the new is hardly discussed, if at all. Cartridge hubs in particular are given insufficient weight. On the other hand the adjustment of newer STI derailleur systems is superb, not to mention threadless headsets, V-brakes, etc. The author probably would contend that his manuals facilitate learning the principles of bicycle repair and maintenance and that dealing with new technologies would follow the same guide lines. And there is of course some truth in that. However, a purchaser of these manuals could be disappointed if he or she expects every bicycle part to be covered in detail, becasue they are not.
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41 of 41 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Unbelievably detailed and user friendly!, March 19, 1999
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The most detailed book on bicycle repair I have ever seen. Even though it is written for professionals, the detailed step-by-stem procedures leave nothing to assumption. All procedures are covered by detailed worksheets which you are encouraged to photocopy and use as a guide through the repair. The illustrations are great. Details, worksheets, and illustrations make this book very user friendly, even though it's target audience appears to be professionals.
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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Tecnical Manual, August 17, 2000
By James Allen (Chicago, Illinois, USA) - See all my reviews
If you have ever needed to change a part on your bike, upgrade to something better, change out your drivetrain, tune your derailleur's, or even true a wheel... this is the book for you! With awesome in depth pictures, and step by step technical procedures for doing just about anything to the bike that you so dearly love. John Barnett's experience with bike repairs far surpasses that of the guy that you normally bring it into for those expensive repairs, so spend the money for the book, and save money in the future while at the same time learning from one of the top professionals in his business! Do it, it's an awesome book!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Extraordinarily thorough but not without gaps
Barnett's is easy to love. Its beautiful, elaborate technical line drawings on every page elevate the manual nearly to coffee table status and reflect a deep love of the bicycle... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Raman

5.0 out of 5 stars The only professional quality bicycle repair manual
No other bicycle repair manual goes into the level of detail that the Barnett Manuel does. The manual provides trouble shooting tips, torque specifications, exploded diagrams and... Read more
Published 14 months ago by B. Darby

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book for the bicycle mechanic, pro or not.
I became a professional bicycle mechanic myself after I readed this book! I owned an bike shop for two years and it became very valued for the service quality in which I applied... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Marcelo Iannini

4.0 out of 5 stars As advertised, but reality was less than expectations.
It's what I expected, but not what I had hoped it would be. If you never worked with a bicycle before, and want to be a good bicycle mechanic, it's well worth it. Read more
Published 21 months ago by M. Medici

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Manual
This guide covers all the basic and most advanced bicycle repair procedures. Graphics are instructive and clear. Read more
Published 22 months ago by R. Sexton

4.0 out of 5 stars wow
Very impressive. Unfortunately, I can't give it 5 stars because of the price, and the fact that it's a bit dated. Read more
Published on June 15, 2007 by S. Kosloske

4.0 out of 5 stars Just what the cyclist ordered
Having recently started seriously doing my own work on my bicycle I find these books excellent. I already have the Haynes Bicycle manual which was a useful book to start with but... Read more
Published on January 9, 2007 by pihman

5.0 out of 5 stars Detailed Maintenance Manual
This set of manuals provides detailed instructions for how to perform maintenance on your bike. I used this manual for instructions on how to build wheels and successfully built... Read more
Published on November 3, 2006 by Marc Genberg

4.0 out of 5 stars This is not the newest edition......
Be careful with this purchase, because, although the price
is good for the 4 volumes, it's the 5th edition, and not
the newest 6th edition! Read more
Published on May 24, 2006 by Pork Chop

5.0 out of 5 stars EXPENSIVE ??- THINK AGAIN !!
This is the BICYCLE REPAIR/MAINTENCE BIBLE!!!

Expensive? Think again!
With the average mid price bicycle hovering around $800. Read more
Published on November 2, 2005 by Felix The CAT

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