Originally Posted by
rworell
Especially this one that I started...I'm sure I will have a bearing replacement party, which I'll be glad to do. haha
With luck you'll be okay and not have to replace anything but the grease. This is a nice bike so take care of it.
There are four load-bearing points to check. The two wheel hubs, the bottom bracket, and the lower headset race (check the upper, too, but it's not as critical). It's a good idea to learn how to do the first three yourself - and get the tools to do them - but the headset you might want to take to a shop.
While it's in the shop have them check the spoke tension and true the wheels. A general tune-up and checkout is a good idea. And get some fresh brake pads. IIRC, the LeTour has steel rims so you need all the stopping power you can get.
Enjoy your bike!