30 day Checkup Checklist. Please Help.
Hello everyone,
I've only been riding since March 05' & I just bought a Specialized 05' Rockhopper in July. I ride 5 miles everyday & it's time for the old 30 day checkup. My favorite local bike shop (where I bought the bike) is backed up for seven days. I refuse to go this long without riding & want to do it myself. This is my first front suspension fork (It's the cheapy Manitau AXEL) & I have absolutely no idea how to check this thing out. It's not giving me any trouble but I don't know how to trouble shoot it. I've heard they can leak.?? Does it need to be cleaned & lubricated? If so, how often & with what type of cleaner & lubricant?
Is there a general checklist I should follow for checking-up the whole bike? I'm not sure where to even start. Also, what tools should I invest in? I've gotten very into this & could use some good advice from more experienced riders. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
PS - Is 3 in 1 ok for lubricating the chain & gears?