Sustainably Maintaining Your Bike: Simple, Quick, and Effective

 

Cleaning your bike: for many, a challenging chore, but it's essential for optimal performance and a longer lifespan. With these simple steps, you can clean your bike quickly and sustainably.

 

What do you need?
✔️ Bucket
✔️ CyclOn Blooming Bike Bubbles or CyclOn Plant-Based Bike Cleaner
✔️ CyclOn Plant-Based Chain Cleaner
✔️ CyclOn Plant-Based Brake Cleaner
✔️ Brushes suitable for painted surfaces or a wash mitt (available at CyclOn)
✔️ Clean, scratch-free cloths like the CyclOn Microfiber Cloth
✔️ CyclOn Natural Bike Protector

 

STEP 1: CLEANING

 

Cleaning the Drivetrain
This includes the cassette, chain, derailleurs, and chainrings:

• Spray the CyclOn Plant-Based Chain Cleaner on the drivetrain.
• Let it sit for three minutes.
• Use a stiff-bristled brush to remove dirt and grease.
• Rinse thoroughly with water.
• Dry everything with a clean cloth.

 

Cleaning the Frame and Wheels

• Rinse your bike with a garden hose (low pressure) to remove mud and dirt.
• Prepare a soapy solution with CyclOn Blooming Bike Bubbles.
• Use a soft brush or wash mitt to clean the frame and wheels.
• Rinse the frame again with water to remove cleaning residue.
• Dry everything with a scratch-free cloth.

 

Cleaning the Brakes

Disc Brakes

• Spray CyclOn Plant-Based Brake Cleaner onto a cloth and wipe the discs.
• Avoid touching the discs with your fingers to prevent contamination.

Rim Brakes

• Clean the rim edge with a cloth and Brake Cleaner.

 

Pro Tip: Clean disc brake pads by removing them, spraying them with Brake Cleaner, and wiping them with a cloth.

 

 

STEP 2: LUBRICATING

 

After cleaning, it's essential to lubricate the chain:

• Ensure the chain is completely dry.
• Apply CyclOn Plant-Based Chain Oil or Plant-Based Chain Wax.

 

When to use what?

• Chain Oil: Perfect for wet conditions like rain, mud, or wet terrain.
• Chain Wax: Ideal for dry conditions, as it stays cleaner.

Apply a drop to each chain link and let it soak in.
Before riding, lightly wipe the chain with a cloth to remove excess lubricant and prevent dirt buildup.

 

STEP 3: PROTECTING

 

• Spray all components (except the drivetrain) with CyclOn Natural Bike Protector.
• Let it sit for a minute.
• Polish the bike with a scratch-free cloth to create a shiny, dirt-repellent finish.