Full Bike Build Process… Everything You Need to Know!! (Cost, Tools, Tips and Tricks)

Ready for a hilarious and informative ride? In this video, we'll take you through every step of building a bike from start to finish - Show you how to build a gravel bike from the frame to the full bike showing you the complete build process. We'll even give you the inside scoop on the full bike build cost (because who wants to break the bank on a bike, right?) and all the tools that we used.

So whether you're a seasoned pro or a newbie to bike building, this video is for you. Strap in and get ready for an epic adventure on two wheels.

00:00 - Light Carbon Gravel Bike Build
00:43 - Wheels - Tubeless Tape install
02:41 - Wheels - Tubeless Valve Setup
03:44 - Wheels - Tire Install
07:23 - Seat & Seat Post Install
08:37 - Forks - Test Fitting & Marking the Forks
10:15 - Forks Cutting the steerer Tube
11:32 - Route Cables Through the Frame
13:32 - Fork & Headset Install
14:31 - Routing Cables Through the Bars
16:43 - Stem Install
17:51 - Shifter Install
18:34 - Rear Derailleur Install
19:17 - Cables - Rear Gear Stetup
20:13 - Cables - Front Brake
21:19 - Cables - Rear Brake
21:37 - Bottom Bracket Install
24:24 - Crankset Install
25:57 - Checking the Tubless Wheels
26:27 - Disc Brake Rotor Install
27:38 - Casette Install
28:39 - Wheel Install & Brkae Adjustment
30:10 - Pedal Install
30:33 - Chain Install
31:13 - Gear Adjustment
32:29 - Little Adjustments
33:57 - Bar Tape Install
36:13 - Cost of the build
36:39 - How Much Does she Weigh?
36:51 - Johnny’s Thoughts

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[MGRSD]

I'll stick with inner tubes. I don't wanna deal with any of that stuff.

[mitchlabrador]

Phenomenal video!! Loved it. Thanks for taking the time to go through each step and explain it… fascinating to watch a master mechanic at work.

[julosvlassie]

Nice video. But the o-ring of the valve is not for sealing. It is for protecting the rim when tightening the nut. Are is trapped above the rim bead (tyre compartment). The hollow compartment of the rim shouldn't be pressureised, so a seal not needed. When the internal compartment of the rim is under pressure it can explode.

[mustaphasalim]

Another great video J. The commentary made it so easy to follow and understand exactly what's going on step by step. Well done again Johnny. Thank you for sharing.

[fluffypig]

I was just wondering where you got the paint because they look amazing!!

[Velo]

Awesome video mate! Love the colour of the frame. It all came together pretty good!

[mastaJaber]

Have same frame. 2400 km so far. No issues so far. I'm using GRX 400 2x10 and still aluminum wheels. Hope it will be changed in the future. Waiting for your impressions after few rides 👍

[irfuel]

I'm working on this frame right now and I discovered that the dust cap on the headset is touching the frame, and that's before preloading it. Did you have any issues with that? I'm thinking about installing an 8mm bearing on the top instead of the 7mm one that is provided with the bike. That should solve the issue I think. Less destructive than sanding down the dust cover. Any suggestions?

[nicokop]

You build again very nice bike for a reasonable price. Nice color . 👍

[paulmorrison]

Excellent work 👌🏾. Thank you for sharing this 🙏🏾

[truelatio]

Really helpful especially on cable routing! Thanks.

[tomek]

Bottom bracket press for 50pounds - what a fancy name for a threaded rod with two washers

[sameer]

4:03 do you mean symmetrical instead of asymmetrical? Or am i wrong here? If they are asymmetrical how can they be installed either way? The logic in my head is not adding up but i might be missing something :)

[andybaker]

Hi - just got mine and noticed dork steerer tube is almost 50/50 fiberglass to carbon - does yours have this? Bit worried it looks thinner than your in the video also

[jamesmckenzie]

I ride SKs and I HIGHLY recommend switching to SK+ as they have better puncture protection.

[martincoutts]

Really enjoyed this one, love your presentation style. Great job.

[jffydavy]

I have never used a steel cutting hacksaw blade on carbon fiber tubes. I use a carbon cutting saw blade.

[johnnyboy]

would you have went with hydraulic brakes in hindsight?

[serisingh]

36:56 “easy”???? Johnny has a different definition of easy than I do 😅. After watching this video, I’m sure there is absolutely no way I’d be able to do this. I’ve got so much respect for pro mechanics like Johnny!

[camerondutton]

This is an incredibly comprehensive video. Cheers