www.bikewebsite.com offers a great tune-up manual that highlights general tune-up costs, as well as steps that should be followed to make certain your bicycle is in working order. The helpful excerpt below can be found at www.bikewebsite.com/bike_tune-up_index.htm.

Step 1: Adjust Headset
Check Handlebar Stem

Step 2: Bottom Bracket Adjustment
Check Pedals

Step 3: Adjust Front Wheel Hubs

Step 4: Adjust Rear Wheel Hubs
In Coaster Brake Wheels
In Three-Speed Wheels
In Derailleur Equipped & BMX
Overhauling Rear Wheel Hubs
FreeWheels - Overhaul & Care

Step 5: Wheel Truing
Unbending A Bent Wheel
Flat Spots
Kinks
Broken Spokes

Step 6: Bike Brake Adjustment
Various Kinds Of Brakes
Replacing A Cable
The Brake Pads
Diagnosing Brake Stickiness
Hand Levers

Step 7: Adjust The Rear Derailleur
Replacing A Cable

Step 8: Adjust The Front Derailleur
When To Replace A Cable

Step 9: Finish The Tune-Up