Knowing how to wash an electric bike is a must if you want to enjoy it for a long time. The maintenance of an electric bike includes a good washing routine, this will help to keep the bike in optimal conditions. Buthow to wash an electric bike? In this post we leave you some practical tips
First of all, let’s make one thing clear: you CAN pedal in the rain with an electric bike, it’s OK!
Do’s and don’ts
- No usar lavados de alta presión.
In addition to removing most debris and dirt, it can also damage the battery if water gets in, remove chain lubricants and even damage the paint.
- No sumerja las piezas.
The problem is that when parts get soaked, water can go where it was never intended, for example, inside the motor and cassette or pedals, if these are not well sealed, and certainly into the battery.
- Usar agua jabonosa caliente y enjuagar antes de frotar.
Don’t just start scrubbing, this could scratch the finish. Instead, rinse with hot water first to remove dirt, then start washing; hot water makes cleaning the bike easier as it produces a lot of suds and helps lift dust and dirt easily.
- No olvide volver a lubricar después de limpiar.
A common mistake after cleaning is to forget to re-lubricate. It is important to refresh any lubricants that rain, snow and cleaning may have washed off your bike. Be sure to lubricate the chain and brakes and derailleurs. Let it sit for a while, then wipe off any excess to make your bike perfect.
First of all, let’s make one thing clear: Yes, you can pedal in the rain with an electric bike, it’s OK!
Do’s and don’ts:
- No usar lavados de alta presión.
- No sumerja las piezas.
- Usar agua jabonosa caliente y enjuagar antes de frotar.
- No olvide volver a lubricar después de limpiar.