Overhaul headsets, bottom brackets and wheel hubs, make sure the brakes, derailleurs and cables are adjusted properly. The adjustments are important, It is great if you can do this yourselves because the bike shop labor will be more than the bikes cost new. That is not a reason to not get the work done, but it hurts a little bit.

You can put off the headset, bb and hubs for a while on the Roadmasters, just put them on the list to do in the next few months. The Raleigh needs to be worked on now unless you know it has been cared for.

The cables, brakes and derailleurs need to be checked out before you ride since they need to function correctly.You will also need to check the wheels and probably do some minor truing and generally tighten up the spokes. The wheels on low-end bikes like the Roadmaster always need some care.