How to Wash a Bike

How to wash every component on a bicycle, from the chain and drivetrain to the wheels to the frame.

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Video contents:
00:10 Tools Needed
04:15 Cleaning the Drivetrain
07:29 Frame & Components
11:12 Wheels
13:35 Additional Info

➤ Tools & materials used:
• Rags and Sponges
• Buckets: at least 2
• Soap: a quality dish washing soap is acceptable
• Water Hose or Water Bottle


➤ Fix It:
Did you know that Park Tool is the #1 resource for bicycle repair education?

➤ About Park Tool:
Since our founding in 1963, Park Tool has been the leading name in bicycle tools. Our YouTube channel is an extension of our mission to be the ultimate resource for mechanics and riders of all skill levels. Here you will find comprehensive repair help tutorials for a wide range of components and processes, as well as troubleshooting guides, tips and tricks, and information on the latest Park Tool products.

[sirboofsalot]

“Thank you for washing, ” this man is a national treasure.

[cooltroop]

After watching and enjoying a lot of Calvin's content, it finally clicked in my mind - Calvin is the Bob Ross of bicycles. Very relaxing presenter.

[steves]

After watching, followed Calvin's step-by-step exactly, including same order. My bike looks like it just came off the showroom floor!
I did not realize the chain cleaning tool should include a soap bath after the degreaser. Learn something every time I watch these great videos.
Thank you Park Tool and thank you Calvin for these great videos!

[lanezimmerman]

I queue these videos up at work just to hear this guy talk about bike maintenance. He's my Bob Ross.

[DeanPattrick]

Everything this man says and does from bike washing, derailleur alignment to press fit bottle brackets Is so completely dead on.!

Many thanks for helping us all out 🙌

[jdunnify]

This guy is the best bike maintenance presenter on the Web, no nonsense straight on with clear advice.

[nate]

This man has a mustache, I trust him.

[sunpulsekk]

This has to be the most legendary bike wash on the Internet. This man loves washing his bike, it is near genius. “Typically 3-4 revolutions is what it takes after we find the chain master link...”

[raneksi]

Why do they always wash clean bikes in bike wash videos?

[MrShinta]

I am going to support park tool by buying their products because they make awesome videos. thank you

[cosmicallyderived]

Nice tips on re-lubing the chain, the slow method link by link, and the exterior excess wipe down that would otherwise attract dirt. Never knew this stuff before. I'll go that route next time.

[AngryRd]

"Thank you for washing" made the whole video worthwhile

[robbieblake]

Surprise the water wasn't from park tool as well as everything else 😂

[XxKINGatLIFExX]

Thank you for "washing" you sir have a mesmerising way of explaining things. I could watch your videos just simply for the way you explain things. This channel is like therapy!

[ItsThatGuy]

"This is riveting stuff" and "Thank you for washing". I love cheesy puns. :D

[glenangelos]

I know how to wash my bike, but a refresher from this guy is worth the 16min’s it took to watch him washing, the bike!!!

[Stoffendous]

I just LOVE this Parktoolguy for his thoroughness. Im like him a lot and my friends and family think im crazy, but we know better dont we Parktoolguy?

[aglobe]

trolling on bike repair videos that's pretty sad. This is a great tutorial. thank you 2 the crew at park tools 🙏☺️

[NullifidianYT]

Bought decent bicycle recently and your videos helped me allot on learning how to look after my bicycle. I bought your branded tools to support you. Thank you.

[rafn]

Not sure what to say, but couldn't stop watching until the very end. What a legend this guy is!
Cheers from Australia 🦘