How to clean my motorcycle spokes like a pro

Are you a motorcycle enthusiast and want your bike to shine brightly? You're right, spoke maintenance is an essential step to keep your bike in perfect condition. At Antre du Motard , we give you all our tips for cleaning your spokes like a pro!

Why is it important to clean your motorcycle spokes?

The spokes on your motorcycle play a crucial role in the strength and stability of your wheels. Over time and with use, they can become dirty and worn, which can have disastrous consequences on the handling of your machine. Regular cleaning helps to:

• Maintain the strength of the spokes and prevent them from cracking or breaking
• Maintain wheel balance for better handling
• Maintain impeccable aesthetics and make your motorcycle shine

In short, cleaning the spokes is an essential maintenance step for any self-respecting biker!

How to properly clean your motorcycle spokes?

Here's our foolproof 5-step method for flawless spokes:

1. Prepare your equipment

Before you start, make sure you have everything you need on hand:

• A bucket of warm water
• A special motorcycle degreaser
• A soft brush (toothbrush type)
• A microfiber cloth
• A spray lubricant for spokes

2. Degrease the spokes

Start by spraying the degreaser generously onto the spokes. Let it sit for a few minutes so that the dirt and grease soften.

Then, using your soft brush, gently scrub each spoke to clean them thoroughly . Pay particular attention to the dirtiest areas.

3. Rinse thoroughly

Once the spokes are well degreased, rinse them thoroughly with warm water to remove all residue. Be sure to rinse well in all directions to leave no traces.

4. Dry thoroughly

Using your microfiber cloth, gently wipe each spoke to dry them completely. Avoid rubbing too hard to avoid scratching the surfaces.

5. Lubricate the spokes

Finally, spray the spray lubricant generously on all the spokes. This will protect them from corrosion and make future cleaning easier.

And there you have it, your spokes are like new! Repeat this operation regularly (every 2-3 months for example) to keep your bike sparkling.

Some additional tips

• Always choose specific motorcycle maintenance products , they are more suitable than all-purpose products.
• Avoid using a wire brush which could scratch the spokes
• Prefer microfiber cloths to paper towels which can leave lint behind
• Remember to check the tension of your spokes when cleaning, they must be tight

With these tips, you have all the tools you need to become an ace at cleaning motorcycle spokes! Don't hesitate to keep us informed of your results on social networks. Happy riding, everyone!