Bleed Your Brakes – Workshop Shimano & SRAM
Maintenance Course · Hydraulic Brakes
Your Brakes.
Smooth. Controllable.
Safe.
Spongy lever feel, brake pulling all the way to the bar? In this workshop you bleed your hydraulic brake yourself – Shimano, SRAM or Magura. It’s no rocket science, but it makes a difference you’ll feel straight away.
State-certified MTB instructors · No prior knowledge needed · Hands-on with your own bike
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Is this right for me?
This workshop is for you if…
That’s you
✓ Your brake has a spongy lever feel or pulls through.
✓ You have hydraulic brakes (Shimano, SRAM or Magura).
✓ You want to understand how your brake system works.
✓ You’d like to do the maintenance yourself from now on.
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What you’ll take away
After this workshop you’ll be able to…
Bleeding & Filling
Shimano mineral oil or SRAM/Magura DOT – you learn the correct procedure for your brake system and carry it out yourself.
Cleaning the pistons
Remove the pistons, check them for wear, clean them and refit them correctly – so your brake stays precise and long-lasting.
✂️
Shortening the brake hose
If the hose is too long: you learn how to cut it cleanly to length and set a new olive connector.
How it works
Your workshop in detail
- Meet-up & brake check
Which system? What’s the problem? Together we look at your lever feel and pad wear. - Theory: how hydraulic brakes work
Master cylinder, hoses, pistons, fluid – short and easy to follow. You’ll understand why air in the system is a problem. - Bleeding your own bike
You carry out the bleeding procedure yourself – with our support, step by step, until the lever feel is perfect. - Brake pads & wrap-up
Check the pads and replace them if needed. When do I need to bleed next time? You’ll know.
Workshop info
⏱️ Duration: 2–3 hours
Group: Max. 6 people
Tools & fluid: Included
Your bike: MTB or e-MTB with hydraulic brakes
(Shimano mineral oil / SRAM & Magura DOT)
Location: GEMMA AUSSI Bike school, Innsbruck/Tyrol
Price: from € 59 per person
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from € 59 · 2–3 hours · Max. 6 people
Next date
You’ll find the current fixed dates in the course overview.
Private workshop
Your preferred date for your group. Individual, flexible.
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What you get in the course
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Questions about the workshop?
Not sure whether this is the right workshop? Questions about the format or your bike setup? Just get in touch.
Frequently asked questions:
Which brake systems are covered?
Shimano (mineral oil), SRAM and Magura (DOT). Please state your system when you sign up.
Do I need to bring fluid?
No. Tools and the right fluid are included.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which brakes are covered in the workshop?
Shimano (mineral oil), SRAM and Magura (both DOT fluid). Please state your system when registering so we can provide the right materials.
How often do I need to bleed a hydraulic brake?
With Shimano rarely – mineral oil is stable. SRAM and Magura (DOT) absorb water more easily and should be bled every 1–2 years, more often with heavy riding.
What if my lever feel was already poor before the workshop?
That’s exactly the reason for this workshop. We help you fix the problem – whether it’s air in the system, worn pads or a dirty piston.
Can I bleed everything myself after the workshop?
Yes – that’s the goal. After the workshop you’ll know the procedure and can repeat it at home yourself with a simple bleed kit.
Why ride with GEMMA AUSSI
State-certified instructor & Level 1 bike guide
Bike Guide Austria certified, compliant with the ÖRV curriculum and hands-on out on the bike.
Licensed travel agency
Planning, booking and organisation run through a fully licensed structure.
Insolvency protection
For package trips your money is protected by the statutory customer-funds guarantee.
