Frame

1. The frame has no cracks or dents

2. The fork has no cracks or dents

3. All frame welds are in proper condition (If Applicable)

4. The wheel aligns properly in the fork

5. Wheels are true

6. Wheels have no severe dents

7. Bottle cage bolts are functional

8. All bolt holes are not stripped

9. The frame does not produce any noise

10. The seatpost is not bent and has no cracks

11. Seat post clamp is functional

12. Seat post clamp bolts are functional (If Applicable)

13. Rear drop-outs are not damaged

14. Front drop-outs are not damaged

Steering

1. Handlebars & Stem are aligned with the wheel and fork

2. Handlebars are not bent and have no cracks

3. The Stem is not bent and has no cracks

4. The stem bolts are all in proper condition

5. The stem to handlebar bolts are all torqued to spec

6. The stem to steerer tube bolts are all torqued to spec

7. The top cap bolt is tight

8. The headset produces no vertical or horizontal movement

9. The steering is smooth and easy throughout turns

10. The bike handles as expected

11. The grips are secure to the handlebars

12. The brake lever angle & position are properly set

13. The shift lever angle & position are properly set

14. The bike follows a straight line

15. The bike does not produce wobbles at high speed

Drivetrain

1. The bike smoothly shifts up in the rear

2. The bike smoothly shifts down in the rear

3. The bike smoothly shifts up in the front (If Applicable)

4. The bike smoothly shifts down in the front (If Applicable)

5. The bike can shift into all of its gears (If Applicable)

6. The rear cogs are not bent or have any broken teeth

7. The rear cassette is not beyond expected wear

8. The chain is not beyond 0.5 wear

9. The front chainring(s) are not bent or have any broken teeth

10. The freewheel or rear hub engages instantly and consistently

11. The rear derailleur is not beyond expected wear

12. The front derailleur is not beyond expected wear

13. The rear derailleur is straight

14. The front derailleur is straight

15. The rear derailleur has no significant dents or scratches

16. The front derailleur has no significant dents or scratches

17. The derailleur hanger is straight

18. The derailleur hanger has no cracks or wear

19. The bottom bracket bearings are smooth

20. The bottom bracket does not produce noise

21. All bolts in the drivetrain are torqued to spec

22. Cables or wires to the shifts are in good condition and not frayed.

23. Shifting has little to reasonable resistance.

Brakes

1. Brake pads are at 60% life or more

2. Brake pads are in proper condition

3. Brake pads are in a proper position

4. The rotor is straight (If Applicable)

5. The rotor has no heat damage from overuse (If Applicable)

6. The rotor is not rubbing on brake pads or anything other component (If Applicable)

7. Pistons retract within spec (If Applicable)

8. Brake arms retract within spec (If Applicable)

9. The brake cable is in good condition (If Applicable)

10. The brake fluid is in good condition (If Applicable)

11. The entire brake system retains pressure and does not leak fluid (If Applicable)

12. Brake modulation is consistent

13. All bolts in the brakes are torqued to spec

Tires

1. Tires are not worn

2. Tires do not have visible threads showing

3. Tire tread is facing forward

4. Tire sidewalls are in good condition

5. Tires are not warped and have no bulges

6. Inner tube is not leaking air (If Applicable)

7. Rim tape is secure, in place, and not worn

8. Tubeless rim tape creates a perfect seal and does not leak (If Applicable)

9. Tire does not leak air (If Applicable)

10. Tubeless sealant is adequate

11. Tires are inflated to spec

12. Valves do not leak air

13. Valves allow proper airflow in & out

Overall

1. The bike does not have any active recalls

2. The bike does not have severe cosmetic damage

3. The bike has received a full silver tune-up

4. The bike has been registered in our records

5. The serial number is visible and fully legible

6. The bike is of appropriate sizing to the rider

7. The bike chosen is appropriate to the rider's needs.