Buying a new bike is exciting but full of details that need to be taken into consideration. A wrong choice can negatively affect your comfort and budget. Here are 7 critical points to consider when buying a bike:

1. 🚲 Determine Your Purpose of Use

The first step is to clarify what you will be using the bike for .

  • Urban transportation?

  • Adrenaline-filled rides on mountain roads?

  • Long distance or races?

➡️ There is a suitable bicycle type for every use.
🔗 Browse mountain bikes
🔗 Check out road bikes

2. 📏 Choosing the Right Squad Size

The frame size of the bike should be suitable for your body structure.
Wrong frame size:

  • For waist and knee pain,

  • It may cause instability in driving.

🛠️ For size guide:
🔗 How to choose squad size?

3. ⚙️ Gear System and Transmission Organs

The more gears you have, the easier it is for you to adapt to different ground conditions.
Quality gear systems:

  • Shimano

  • SRAM

  • It works longer and smoother with brands like MicroSHIFT.

🔍 Discover models with gear system

4. 🪶 Squad Material

Frame material directly affects performance.

  • Aluminum: Lightweight and affordable

  • Carbon: Very light and strong against impact (preferred in racing bikes)

💡 Aluminum is ideal for beginners.

5. 🛞 Tire Width and Structure

It is important to choose tires according to your driving area:

  • Skinny tires → Road bikes

  • Thick and treaded tires → Mountain and off-road riding

  • Medium thickness → City bikes

🛒 Check out the spare tires

6. 🔧 Hardware and Accessory Compatibility

Having accessories that can be easily mounted on your bike (such as luggage, water bottle cage, mudguard) is an advantage.
Some bike models do not include attachment points for accessories, which means additional costs.

📌 Browse the accessories category

7. 📄 Warranty & Technical Service Support

The bike you purchased:

  • Having authorized service support

  • Spare parts availability

  • It is very important that it offers rights such as a 2-year warranty .

All bicycles sold on ugurbisiklet.com are original and have a manufacturer's warranty.
📞 Contact our technical support team

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🚴♂️ Which Bike is Suitable for Which Level?

✅ For Beginners:

If you are new to the world of cycling:

  • Lightweight, durable and affordable models are ideal.

  • Gear shifts should be smooth and easy to use.

Recommended Models:

🏞️ For Intermediate Rides:

If you do more road work and spend time on technical terrain, the middle segment is for you.

  • The gear system and shock absorber are more advanced.

  • Models with disc brakes may be preferred.

Recommended Models:

🚴♀️ Performance and Race Level:

If you are preparing for a race or aiming for long-distance performance riding:

  • A carbon frame, high-end Shimano/SRAM group and hydraulic disc brakes are a must.

Recommended Models:


🛠️ Extra Tips – Don't Miss These Too!

  • If you can take a test ride on a bike before buying it, definitely do so.

  • Instead of buying a second-hand bike, buy a brand new one with a warranty.

  • Choosing the right helmet, glasses and pedals will take your riding experience to the next level.
    🔗 Discover accessories →

📦 Shop Safely

  • ✔️ 100% Original Product Guarantee

  • ✔️ Free Shipping (Over 500 TL)

  • ✔️ 14 Days Return Right

  • ✔️ Shipping to all over Türkiye

🚴♀️ Result: Right Choice, Enjoyable Driving

Buying a bike is like an investment. By paying attention to the 7 items above, you can make a long-lasting, safe and comfortable choice.

🛍️ Choose the bike that suits your needs right now:
🔗 Discover all bikes → ugurbisiklet.com/collections/tum-bikletler


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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I pay attention to when buying a bike?

When buying a bike, you should consider your intended use, frame size, gear system and suspension type . City bikes should be preferred for urban use, road bikes for long distances and MTB (mountain bikes) for difficult terrain.

How to choose the right frame size?

The frame size depends on your leg length and height. The following method is usually used:

For MTB: Multiply your inseam length by 0.21.

For road cycling: Multiply your instep length by 0.665.

For city/touring bike: Multiply your instep length by 0.66.

Which bike gear system is better?

Shimano and SRAM are the most popular gear systems. Shimano Deore and SLX are ideal for mid-level MTB. SRAM GX or Shimano Ultegra are recommended for road bikes. For professional use with a higher budget , Shimano XTR or SRAM XX1 can be preferred.

What should be the bicycle tire pressure?

Tire pressure varies depending on the type of bike:

  • Road bike: 80-130 PSI
  • City bike: 50-70 PSI
  • MTB: 30-50 PSI (Depends on terrain)

Low pressure provides better handling but requires more effort. High pressure provides faster driving with less friction but reduces comfort.

Should disc brakes or V-brakes be preferred?

Disc brakes provide more powerful braking, especially in rainy weather.

V-brakes are lighter and easier to maintain. They are sufficient for city use.

How often should a bike chain be cleaned?

It is recommended that you clean and lubricate your chain every 200-300 km . If you have used it in muddy or rainy weather, you should do maintenance more frequently.

What type of tire should I use on my bike?

Slick tyres: Ideal for road bikes and urban use.

Treaded tires: Suitable for MTB and off-road conditions.

Hybrid tires: Can be used both in the city and in light off-road conditions.

Which is better, a carbon frame or an aluminum frame?

Aluminum frame : Durable, budget-friendly, and common on entry-level bikes.

Carbon frame : It is preferred in professional road and MTB bikes because it is lighter and vibration absorbing.

What equipment is needed when cycling?

Helmet (Mandatory for safety!)

Gloves (For better grip and comfort)

Glasses (For protection from sun and dust)

Lights and reflectors (Increases visibility during night driving)

Locking system (Keeps your bike safe)

What clothes should I wear when cycling?
  • Wear sweat-proof, breathable clothing for long rides.
  • Wear thermal clothing and a windbreaker jacket in winter.
  • In summer, you can choose sun-protective jerseys and shorts .
  • You can find cycling clothing from this link: Cycling Clothing