BIKE SHOP, NORTHERN IRELAND
SHOP INFO
COMMUNITY
LOCATION - HOURS
INVENTORY
General Repairs,
Specialist Repairs
& Vintage Parts
A Range of Fabrics, Including Vintage Leathers, & Wide Variety of Colors
Spray paint, Custom Stencilling & Variety of Custom Made Artwork
OUR WORK
We believe in community.
WORKSHOP
Our workshop has evolved dramatically over the past half a decade mainly due to owner Ciaran O’Hara’s experience as a qualified engineer.
Upon arrival, all bikes are subject to an initial diagnosis. It is at this stage in which we can begin to identify the service required. It is essential to differentiate between what is a repair job and what is a routine service. If a repair is required, this means that damage has already been done to the bike and so must be rectified. At this stage we will deliver our initial prognosis and an estimate of the work to be carried out and approximate timeline for completion.
We pride ourselves in our knowledge in the field, and genuinely believe that prevention is better than cure. It is for this reason that servicing of bikes is at the heart of what we do. We carry out maintenance on our customers bikes on a regular basis and deliver detailed consultations to help owners understand how best to look after their bike to ensure years of service.
At The Bike General we are widely recognised for our reasonable pricing, this has afforded us a loyal community of return custom, many of whom have become friends and ride partners.
To book a consultation, please contact thebikegeneral@gmail.com and we will arrange an appointment.
ABOUT US
The Bike General was launched in 2013 by Ciaran O’Hara, a professional mechanic, endurance rider and cycling polymath. With decades of experience, Ciaran and his team set up the workshop to pass on their own wealth of knowledge and hands-on technical experience to Derry and the surrounding areas.
In the years that have followed, the service has grown to be known and respected as a competitive, knowledgeable and unique service for cyclists. The General provides mechanical services, bicycle fits and refurbs, which all sit comfortably alongside the company passion for cycle coaching and imparting wisdom to new and experienced riders alike.
The Bike General has become something of a hub for the cycling community of Ireland’s beautiful North West, welcoming enquiries of all sorts, which has cemented the business reputation both locally and for cycle tourists from all walks of life. Ciaran’s commitment means he treats every bike like it is his own and the attention to detail allows delivery of a premium service which is carried out with pride.