Restoration
Resprays & Chroming
Servicing & Repairs
Custom Bike Builds (Reynolds Steel Specialists)
Restoration and resprays
Bike Restoration Done Right – Classic to Carbon
Love your bike but it’s seen better days? I’ve got you covered.
At Kovrlija & Co, I offer full bicycle restoration services—from vintage steel road bikes and retro mountain bikes to modern carbon frames. Whether it’s a cherished classic or a high-performance machine, I’ll bring it back to life with care and craftsmanship.
What I Do:
Full strip-downs and rebuilds
Powder coating and wet paint and traditional Stove enamel for long lasting steel frames top off with Chroming if needed to.
Frame polishing and detailing
Period-correct or custom component sourcing. Wheel builds, bar tape, tyres, and more
Every bike gets the attention it deserves—because I know it’s more than just a bike. It’s your ride, your story, your freedom.
Powder Coating From £150
Wet paint and Stove enamel from £350
prices are a starting price, strip and rebuild are extra too. please email for more details.
From Vintage Steel to Modern Carbon
My latest project is all about bridging eras. Back in 1976, Ellis Briggs built my hand-crafted Favori — Reynolds 531 steel, slim tubing, and timeless lines. That classic look has always inspired me.
Now, I’m reimagining it on a modern Cannondale SuperSix carbon frame. Why? Because it’s one of the few carbon frames with elegant, slim tubing that echoes the beauty of steel, without the oversized bulk you see on most modern bikes. The build will carry a heritage-inspired orange and silver repaint, mirroring the Favori, but finished with:
Full Ritchey silver finishing kit — stem, bars, wheels
Shimano Ultegra Di2 12-speed — modern precision shifting hidden inside a classic aesthetic
It’s a bike that looks vintage but rides with cutting-edge performance, More to come keep watching.
Services
Due to individual requirements of modern bike needs, depending on age, mileage, design, and spec, the below prices are guidelines only..
Standard Service
From
£85.00 bikes with External cables.
plus any parts needed.<br>
From £95.00 bikes with frame internal cable
- Headset stripped lube and adjusted *bike with cables route in handlebars thought the headset bearings will cost more
- Brakes adjusted
- Gears adjusted
- Crank checked and adjusted
- Wheel truing also Hub cheaked
- Derailleur lubrication
- Chain check for wear
- Safety inspections
- Tightening of all nuts and bolts
Tyre pressure check
Deluxe service
From
£150 external cable, From £180 bikes with handlebar and frame routed cables plus any aparts needed
- Headset stripped lube and adjusted
- Strip bottem bracket
- Brakes adjusted / bleed
- Gears adjusted
- Wheel truing also Hub strip and serviced
- Derailleur lubrication
- Chain check for wear
- Safety inspections
- Tightening of all nuts and bolts
Tyre pressure chec
Other Services
Flat/puncture repair (new tube) from £15.00
New gear/break cable from £15.00
brake bleed and setup (hydraulic) per brake from £25.00
up/tune gears or breaks from £15.00 (per gear and break)
full bike build kids up to 24in from a box from £40.00
Full bike build Adults from a box from £60.00
Fitting new bottom bracket from £15.00
Minimum Charge of £30.
Custom Bike builds
Kovrlija Zora
Ride the dawn. Go anywhere.
The Zora is your all-terrain companion — equally at home on light tours, gravel trails, or fast-paced road rides. Its adaptable design lets you run wide tyres for off-road adventures or switch to lightweight wheels for the chaingang. Custom tube profiles deliver a responsive, lively feel without sacrificing comfort, while the tall front end allows a balanced bar position — even with a carbon steerer.
What’s included:
- Renyolds 725 steel frame
- Full carbon fork
- Headtube and bottom bracket shell professionally faced
Headset not included — we recommend the FSA Orbit ITA. If purchased with the frameset, we’ll fit it for you.
Whether you’re chasing sunrise or carving new paths, Zora is built to begin again — wherever the road leads.
Please get in touch for my details
Frame and Fork £695,
Builds From £1300+
shows and events 2026
BIKE MAINTENANCE COURSES
The Beginners Course covers:
- Roadside puncture repair – removal of wheel and tyre
- M-Check (learning how to check that major components are safe and roadworthy, making minor adjustments)
- Removal and refitting of brake blocks, balancing brake callipers
- Adjusting brake cable tension
- Preventative care e.g. how to clean and lubricate your
- bike parts
The Intermediate course covers:
- An in depth look at brakes (cables, maintenance)
- Setting up gears
- Derailleur limit screws demonstration
- Principles of adjusting derailleur (front and rear) also known as indexing
- Basic wheel truing This course is great for people who wish to be able to keep their bike running smoothly between major services, or who would like the skills to perform parts upgrades themselves
The Face Behind the Frames
I’m Matthew, and I’ve spent over 25 years mastering two-wheeled machines. With 13 years in the cycle trade and 13 years in motorcycles, I don’t just “fix” bikes—I understand the engineering behind them.
Kovrlija & Co was born from a passion for craftsmanship. Whether I’m performing a precision Di2 tune-up on a modern carbon race bike or meticulously restoring a vintage Reynolds steel frame to its former glory, my goal is simple: Safety, Performance, and Perfection.
Why Choose Me?
Expertise: From traditional Stove Enamel finishes to modern internal cable routing.
Convenience: A fully equipped mobile workshop that comes to your home or office.
Transparency: No hidden costs. Just honest, professional advice from a qualified mechanic.
Proven Track Record: Trusted mechanical support for major UK sportives and the White Rose Classic.
“Your bike is more than just transport—it’s your freedom. I treat every ride like it’s my own.”