How to Clean Chainrings
Lift the chain off of the chainring and set it on the frame.. Use the tip of a screwdriver to clean out bits of grime.. Wipe down the chainring with a wet, soapy brush if it's not super dirty.
Steps
Lift the chain off of the chainring and set it on the frame.
Lift the chain off of the chainring and set it on the frame.
Use the tip of a screwdriver to clean out bits of grime.
Use the tip of a screwdriver to clean out bits of grime.
Wipe down the chainring with a wet, soapy brush if it's not super dirty.
Wipe down the chainring with a wet, soapy brush if it's not super dirty.
Wear gloves and protective eyewear.
Wear gloves and protective eyewear.
Scrub degreaser onto the chainring for a deeper clean.
Scrub degreaser onto the chainring for a deeper clean.
Rinse the chainring with water and let it dry.
Rinse the chainring with water and let it dry.
Put on gloves and protective eyewear.
Put on gloves and protective eyewear.
Brush degreaser onto the chain while pedaling backward.
Brush degreaser onto the chain while pedaling backward.
Sandwich the chain between 2 nail brushes and turn the pedal backward.
Sandwich the chain between 2 nail brushes and turn the pedal backward.
Wipe down the chain with a sponge full of soapy water and rinse it.
Wipe down the chain with a sponge full of soapy water and rinse it.
Dry the chain with a rag and wait for 5 to 10 minutes.
Dry the chain with a rag and wait for 5 to 10 minutes.
Apply the lube while backpedaling one of the pedals.
Apply the lube while backpedaling one of the pedals.
Turn the pedal backward for 30-45 seconds at a medium speed.
Turn the pedal backward for 30-45 seconds at a medium speed.
Wipe off any excess oil with a microfiber cloth.
Wipe off any excess oil with a microfiber cloth.
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