What's the best way to clean your dirty mountain bike for a like-new result?
A mountain bike encounters mud, sand, clay, dust, water, and leaves on every ride. This contamination can not only reduce performance but also shorten the lifespan of your chain, shock, bearings, and brakes. A proper washing routine will keep your mountain bike smooth, running smoothly, and ready for any terrain.
Prevents wear and tear - Mud and sand cause friction and wear out gears and bearings faster
Better performance - A clean chain, cassette and derailleur shift much more precisely
Longer life of components - Protects dampers, forks and moving parts against dirt and corrosion
STEP 1: Preparation!
Place your MTB on a stand or hang it from the frame. Gently rinse away loose dirt with low pressure. Never spray hard on bearings or shocks.
Recommended products:
- High pressure cleaner
- Brush to loosen mud
STEP 2: Pre-wash foam for mud and sand!
Use a soft, paint-safe pre-wash foam to loosen mud and sand. Let it sit for a few minutes.
Recommended products:
- Pre-wash foam
- Foam lance or foamer spray
STEP 3: Cleaning the drivetrain (crucial for MTBs)!
Carefully clean the chain, cassette, and derailleur. MTBs accumulate a lot of dirt on the drivetrain, so this is the most important step.
Recommended products:
- Chain cleaner
- Chain brush or hard brush
- Degreaser for cassette and derailleur
STEP 4: Wash frame and wheels!
Use a mild bicycle shampoo, working from top to bottom. Pay special attention to:
- Fork legs
- Rear dampers
- Ball head
- Rims and spokes
Recommended products:
- Bicycle shampoo (pH neutral)
- Microfiber wash mitt
- Soft frame brushes
STEP 5: Rinse and dry!
Rinse the bike with low pressure. Then dry with microfiber towels. Use a blower (such as the BLO AIR-S) for crevices such as:
- Derailleur wheels
- Headset bearings
- Suspension & couplings
Recommended products:
- Large drying towel
- BLO AIR-S
STEP 6: Lubricate and protect!
Re-lubricate the chain and use a spray sealant or ceramic coating to protect your bike and make the next cleaning even easier.
NEED MORE PROTECTION?
Have you thought about PPF (Paint Protection Film)?
After every muddy ride. For dry rides, once a week is sufficient.
Yes, but avoid sensitive areas like bearings and electrical components. They can become damaged or let water in.
Use a chain cleaner and brush. Then re-lubricate with the appropriate lubricant (dry or wet).
Use a special disc brake cleaner and never touch the brake disc with greasy products.
Yes. Dirt around the fork seals can damage the coating and push contamination inward.
With a protective spray for the frame and fork. This prevents mud from adhering so easily and makes cleaning much easier.
Yes. A washed chain is completely degreased and must be re-lubricated immediately.
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