how to maintain folding bike| EWIG

Certainly, it’s important that you do periodic maintenance of your folding bike. All types of bikes tend to get mismatched after a long period of use. Vibration, high impacts, and accumulated dirt can affect some important parts of the bike. If you don’t take corrective measures, sooner or later your China folding bike will end up completely useless.If it has been more than three months since the last maintenance routine you did, pay close attention.

To extend the life of your Chinese folding bike, you must apply a periodic maintenance routine. If you don’t know where to start, don’t worry. Below you’ll find a step-by-step guide to keep the most critical parts of your bike in optimal conditions.

Cleaning & lubrication

A deep manual cleansing is much more effective than a string of raw water at high pressure. Apply special cleaning products on the frame to protect the paint. Then, dry the surface and apply bike polish for a shiny and scratch-free finish.

The bike polish also works as a waterproof layer to prevent rust. Once you finish with the frame, you can focus on the chain. Mud and other contaminants may accumulate inside the chain’s links. Over time, the chain may derail when the accumulated waste hardens. Also, abrasive particles may wear the chainring’s teeth. In this case, it’s convenient to let the water run through the links until the contaminants become too soft and fall. Then, use a wire brush and a special chain cleaner to remove the remaining grime. After that, use a cloth to dry the chain and remove lubricant residue. Finally, apply bike lubricant spray on the chain. Be sure to follow the product instructions for proper application.

Cleaning the Frame

​The frame is simple and easy to clean, by simply applying some warm soapy water, simply use a cloth or sponge to wipe away the dirt and use a towel to dry it down once completed. You shouldn’t cause any rust as both the framework and the paint is very hard wearing.

Cleaning the Brakes

​As the main job of the brakes is to help the bike stop, it is important that they are kept free of dirt and debris, as these could cause the bike to become inefficient under braking. The best way to wash the brakes is to remove the cables which hold them onto the frame and use a light degreaser on a light rag to wipe them down.

Clean and polish the lenses

It’s also important to clean the lenses from time to time for optimal illumination. To do so, dip a dry cloth in soap and water. Remove the dirt stuck to the surface of the lenses.Then, clean the cloth with plenty of water and then rub both lenses. Using 1000 grit sandpaper, rub the surface from left to right. After that, use a microfiber cloth to remove the remaining particles.Finally, seal the surface with wax, rubbing from left to right. Do this until the lenses are bright.

Check tire pressure

You must keep your bike’s tires with adequate pressure to move smoothly through any kind of terrain. So, before going on a trip, it’s necessary that you check the air pressure is fine. Before inflating, check the maximum pressure level indicated on the sidewall of the tire. It isn’t recommended to inflate at maximum pressure or apply more pressure than recommended. Overinflated tires could easily explode and transfer the high impacts to the bike’s frame. Tires must be capable of compressing slightly to cushion impacts. In irregular terrain, it’s recommended to apply less air pressure so the tire pattern can adhere better to the surface.

Certainly, keeping a folding bike in perfect condition isn’t an easy task. It demands time, hard work and previous experience to maintain a cycle well and enjoy the benefits of cycling to the fullest. However, if you don’t have the required experience, you can start today to execute simple maintenance tasks such as cleaning and waxing the frame and filling the tires with air. If you follow each of these folding bike maintenance tips, you can extend the lifespan of your old folding bike for many more years.