Bike care and maintenance

[Buk]

OK, so everyone has seen my now bike now. What I need to know is the best way to care for it. How to clean it, and what maintenance/checkup before and after each ride and monthly. Are there any good online resources, or books that are a must own?

Thank you guys for all of your help!

[ODB]

Here is a book I sell for just $5.99 - It's a handy little book that you can have in a pack or your car for easy fixes on the trail or road.

http://www.extremetrek.com/101010004.htm

Also try www.parktool.com for general maintenance and repairs. They have a lot of good tips.