Maintenance
Post-Ride Clean & Dry (Winter Care)
Rinsing off road salt and grit after wet or gritted rides.
Why bother
Road salt and winter grit accelerate rust and wear far faster than plain rain, especially on the chain, cassette and brake surfaces.
How to check
- 1Rinse the bike with plain water, avoiding a direct high-pressure jet into bearings
- 2Dry the frame and components with a cloth
- 3Re-lubricate the chain once fully dry
- 4Check brake surfaces are free of grit before the next ride
How often
After every wet or gritted-road ride through autumn and winter
Heads up: Bikeautonomy is for general guidance only. If you're not confident, get it looked at by a qualified bike mechanic.