My Mountain Bike Cleaning Steps | 10 Minute Clean
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- Опубліковано 30 лип 2024
- In this video I'll explain my thoughts on the importance of keeping a clean bike and the steps I go through to get the bike in tip top shape for my next ride. This is a guide for washing after each muddy ride, obviously you can get more detailed but I keep it simple in this one.
Link to the filming and riding kit I use below: (some affiliate links support the channel)
kit.co/rdemilli
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
1:21 Setup and preparing items for wash
2:04 Chain Cleaner
2:23 Start Washing / Rinse Loose Material
3:52 Sponge and Detail
5:34 Final Rinse
6:12 Bike Check and Lubrication of Drivetrain
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awesome vid, straight to the point. Today I learned that I'm not just supposed to keep adding lube!
Very simple but effective. Great video 👍👍
Cheers! Glad you found it helpful.
Excellent tips!
Great video. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you, glad you found it helpful!
Simple; thanks, good video👍
Good video
Nice upload
Great tips
Glad it was helpful!
Good video thank you, very helpful for a novice
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you the video is well explained and organised
Oh yeah imma start using that lube aswell
Glad you found it helpful! Cheers
awesome thanks
No problem!
Agree with all but definitely recommend not using Jet pressure anywhere near the fork/shock/dropper seals. You can actually force dirt down into the seals. Much prefer to use a shower strength all over, leave for 5-10mins and then come back for a second wash on shower strength. That will remove the majority where I will then hit it with the sponge.
Solid point for sure, I would agree that would be best; but in my experience I've never had an issue with garden hose pressure, even on jet setting. Seals seem to work properly as long as they are replaced as required. Have you tried out stanchion lubricant after bike has been cleaned and dry?
Thanks for the tips! Odd question, but where did you get the matching blue bottle holder?
My shop had one with the blue color and I matched the rest of the accessories to it. The bike itself is actually just grey and black.
@@RyandeMilliano Nice! Anyway I can order one for myself?
For sure, the bottle holder is the Blackburn Camber Carbon. It comes in a number of colors, hopefully you’re able to find one that works for you.
What kind of a bike stand is that while you're washing? The one that holds the rear of the bike? I have to get something like that. Thanks. :)
These were used at the bike shop I worked at, I have a few of them at home, they are great. I believe they are call a ‘floor hub stand’, you can Google it and it should come up. It’s an L-shaped metal stand with a fork that cradles the bike on the non-drive side, between the frame and wheel. Just be sure it fits your wheel size.
what about the cassette? do u spray those with something or lubing the chain good enough?
Good question, there is no need to lube the cassette, ideally it is free from any lube or dirt. Only apply lube to the cleaned chain and mechanical pivot points on derailleur(s) and be sure to wipe any excess lube off before riding since the excess will only attract dirt/dust which will get into the pins and pivots, damaging and reducing life of components.
What bike stand are you using? looks super simple and minimal. =
I have been using the Feedback Pro-elite stand for years. I really like it, built light and compact.
I came here to ask the same question… the stand you use when you’re washing the bike in the back yard? Thanks! Great video.
@@patmarquardt I just realized you guys were not asking about the tall stand in the background haha. the small stand I use for the bike is a 'Floor Type Hub Mount Parking Rack Stand' (search this on amazon and it should pop up with a couple options) just be sure to get the adjustable one for different wheel sizes.. When I was working in a bike shop, we used them for the floor models. I ended up buying a few of them. They are great to set up bikes without a kickstand, and stack nicely in the garage when not using.
Nice bike, do you offer a bike washing service?
Thank for the comment, unfortunately no. I would recommend getting a local shop to give you bike a detail, they will be able to do a quick check to see what maintenance will be required now or soon as well!
Some people say that dish soap can make the paint less shiny as well as more likely to remove grease from bearings, is it worth it to spend extra money on bike specific soap, or is a basic dish soap fine?
I’ve got a matte finish, so not sure on the shine issue, but I’ve never had any issue with grease on the bearings, most bearings are sealed and should be an issue. I would just be sure to rinse the bike thoroughly after cleaning. That said, if you have any concerns, I’d recommend going with the specific bike cleaner.
Dish soap is a very harsh detergent and damages the paint protective coating. I suggest using Sonax car wash shampoo concentrate, which is one of the worlds most trusted brands for car paint products (same principle as bike paint).
For cleaning the cassette you can and should use dish soap though (suggested by shimano on their bike maintanance videos)
Which lubricant do you recommend?
For chain lubricant, I would recommend a “dry” lube for 95% of uses. Brand does not matter so much, most shops will carry a quality lube. Dry refers to the riding conditions.
It won’t make it rusty right
Nope, just be sure to let it drip dry inside overnight. Also, be sure to lubricate the chain and drive train over the next couple days. If you forget to lubricate the chain you may see some surface "cosmetic" rust that is harmless and can be wiped off with a rag before applying the lube.
Lmao rite, inside EVERYTHING is RUST CITY
Great tips, but disagree on letting the chain dry overnight. Wipe it dry w/ a rag after washing and lube right away. I've inadvertently not lubed my chain after a similar wash down of my bike and by the next day the chain was rusty. At that point you try and scrub the rust off with hours+ of your precious free time or buy a new chain at $25 - $100 depending on what type of drivetrain you run. Lube it right away while you're right there w/ the bike and have all your maintenance stuff out, bike in stand, etc...
Good point, better to do it right away than forget. Cheers.
agree. Better using tower to dry the chain and lube right away, not let it stay overnight.
That’s a good point, agreed!
No lube on the cog?
Nope, you should only place live on the chain and pivot points on the derailleur. The key is to apply when dry and wipe off the excess lube. Applying to the front chainring or rear cassette will only attract dust and dirt, creating that black slug that you see on peoples legs/ hands which is the sure sign of a novice rider haha.
@@RyandeMilliano thanks for that i wouldnt have know to not put anything on the cog. I would have been scared i got rust there after the water dried?
What? What cog! Wrffffffftf
Pivot point? Ommgmgm lube chain b for spray? Wtf man
Irony being, guys ride thru dirty water to get rid of brake squeal caused by that squeaky clean finish.!!
I always applied lube to microfiber towel and rotated the chain, basically cleans and lubes at the same time.
Nice quick fixes for sure! If you're riding a lot, I think you would definitely need some of those shortcuts and at the end of the day it is about getting out and riding when you can.
Graffiti decoration under the sky of dust
Don’t use dish soap, strips wax off of paint
Feedback is appreciated! Cheers. Couple notes from my experience. I agree a dedicated bike wash liquid would be technically ideal; but I’ve been washing my bikes for over 10 years with no issues. I also agree that dish soap is great at removing wax, but bikes are not finished with wax, the glossy look is from a paint clear-coat which is much more durable than wax.
@@RyandeMilliano Can it be the case that you didn't have any problems with dish soap because you had matte painted bikes, or you changed bikes often enough so that you didn't get to observe the paint deterioration through time ? :D
On my car i certainly did notice the paint deteriorating after washing it with dish soap for about a year or two, but maybe the effect is not as noticable on bikes and you could get away wiht it since people don't wash them as often as they do their cars.