Hello everyone! It’s Nobu here, doing a bit of bicycle maintenance.
Where should I clean my bike…
It’s hard to decide where to clean your bike, isn't it? You might want to do it outside, but it can be too cold or too hot, or you might disturb the neighbors… I’m sure many of you have this dilemma.
So, where can you do it without being a nuisance? That’s it! Why not do it inside your house? The only problem is that you can’t use water indoors…
Today, I’m going to share a way to solve that problem! So, what I’m introducing today is, "Easy to do at home! Let’s try cleaning your bike!"
You can wash your bike even without water!
First, use a cloth or rag to wipe away loose dirt and mud from the frame. Be careful, as skipping this step could cause scratches on the frame!
Soften the dirt with the power of foam!
Next up is Wako’s Multi-Foaming Cleaner.
This chemical product sprays out as a foam. Since it’s weakly alkaline, it’s gentle on paint and the environment!
It’s easy to use. Just spray it on the dirty surface, and the foam will soften and lift the grime. Then, simply wipe it off with a clean cloth before it dries. For tight spots, using a small brush (like a toothbrush) makes it easier to get clean!
Here’s the before-and-after!
Top-left is the untreated state.
Top-right is a photo of it being sprayed. (I used masking tape to divide the area for a clearer demonstration.)
Bottom-left is the result after the treatment. Can you see how clearly divided it is by the tape? It gets this clean just by spraying and wiping.
Bottom-right is the final look.
I recommend using a soft microfiber towel to avoid scratches! It’s also perfectly safe to use on matte finishes. You can even use it on parts like handlebar tape and saddles.
If you use it on grips or handlebar tape in colors that show dirt easily, like white, it removes the grime without leaving it sticky, restoring the original color!
Go ahead and clean your frame like this! Next time, I’ll show you how to clean the drivetrain (cranks, chain, etc.), so stay tuned!!
The Wako’s Multi-Foaming Cleaner I introduced today is available in our store. We carry a wide range of other chemicals, so please feel free to ask our staff if you want to know about the subtle differences between them!
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A clean bike makes you feel good and helps it last longer! A little bit of effort goes a long way toward enjoying a pleasant cycling life. If you have any questions, feel free to send a DM or just come by the shop and ask!
Have a good ride!!
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