How To Clean A Bike
Sheridan Okey
22 December 2020
Just like a clean car, there is no better feeling than riding a clean, well maintained bike. Whether you are a seasoned or new cyclist, it’s important to keep up regular maintenance on your bicycle to reduce any wear and tear that it may go through over time. Many of us assume it’s a time-consuming job, but in fact it’s made easy if you have the right set of tools to hand. Read this useful guide below on how you can have a clean bike in next to no time!
Things you will need
Scrubbing brush
Hose or bucket of clean water
Microfibre towels
WD‑40® BIKE® Cleaner
WD‑40® BIKE® Degreaser
WD‑40®® All Conditions Lube
Step 1
Using WD-40 Bike Cleaner
Firstly, you will need to take out your WD-40 BIKE Cleaner and spray the whole bike with this product. Make sure you spray every inch to ensure a perfectly clean bike. The fast-acting, clever formula cleans your bike on contact and effortlessly removes grease, grime and mud.
Step 2
Leave the cleaner to do its job
Patience is key. Leave the cleaner to work its magic and penetrate the dirt on the bike for a few minutes. This impressive cleaner allows the tough dirt and grime stuck on the bike to become loose, which ultimately means less need for scrubbing.
Step 3
How to Scrub Your Dirt Bike
You may need to scrub areas of the bike where the dirt has built up such as the cassette, tires and chain. Take your scrubbing brush and use some elbow grease to get rid of the stubborn dirt and grime. Alternatively, you can grab your trusty can of WD-40 BIKE Degreaser and apply this product to areas such as the cassette and the chain. This will help penetrate the stuck dirt and grume quickly.
Step 4
Shower the bike with water
Once you have scrubbed the bike, you need to rinse it thoroughly to remove any excess residue from the bike. Take your hose or bucket of clean water and simply give the bike a complete rinse down. If you have a sponge to hand, use this to help clean it effectively.
Step 5
Dry the bike
Use a microfibre towel to give your bike a nice and thorough dry, wiping away any excess water so there are no unsightly water marks visible.
Step 6
Rust & Weather Protection For Your Bike
Once the bike is fully clean, apply WD-40 BIKE All Conditions Lube for the ultimate finish. This will help protect your bike from weather conditions, improving the bicycle chain efficiency in dry, wet, or varying conditions. It also helps smooth gear transitions and prevents rust from damaging your bike. The fast and easy-to-use aerosol spray will extend the life of the bike and leave a long-lasting coat of lubricant on your bike, ensuring a smoother ride through all environments. Once complete, you are now ready to ride again. So, what are you waiting for?
Pro Tip:
We hope you are happy with your clean bike after following our guide! WD-40 can also help look after many things in your life from your sprinklers to your car battery! So next time you need to fix or clean something maybe have a look if WD-40 can help you out!
The uses shown and described for WD-40 Multi-Use Product were provided to WD-40 Company by the users themselves. These uses haven’t been tested by WD-40 Company and do not constitute a recommendation of suggestion for use by WD-40 Company. Common sense should be exercised whenever using WD-40 Company products. Always follow the instructions and take heed of any warnings printed on the packaging.
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