Originally Posted by
ajames15
Even though it's February, I'm still trying to figure this out. How do you clean your bike during the winter? I live in an apartment with very young children, so I don't have a garage and my space is limited where I can work with chemicals, without risking my children getting into them. I also still have about 7" of snow outside (where I usually clean my bike).
So what do I do to make sure my bike (especially the drivetrain) is properly cleaned?
There is no need to use any toxic or dangerous chemicals. I live in a highrise apt, and I have 3 bikes. In winter I always carry a plastic brush and before I take my bike inside
I brush off the snow/slush and as much dirt as I can. When the bike is dry I use the rag and wipe the bike down... dirt falls off very easily when its dry. As for drivetrain all
I do is just lube the chain and wipe off excess oil. Toothbrush is very good for cleaning drivetrain or any hard to reach areas.