“How to clean Timewalker bike?” is a common question we receive in regards to electric bikes. The simple answer is, of course, YES! Our Timewalker e-bike are highly water-resistant, so you can ride in the rain and wash your electric bike. Check out our guidance below on how to take care of an electric bicycle.
In fact, keeping your electric bike clean is something you should do on a frequent basis to boost the life of the bike and its components. However, many customers still do not fully understand how to maintain E-bikes. Many consumers have contacted Timewalker regarding the bike’s stalling and engine failure after washing it. We are also deeply sorry that the incident occurred because, clearly, the price of this FRC500 bike is not cheap.
There are some differences between washing an E-bike and washing a non-electric bicycle. Because of the above reason, this article will guide you on how to wash your Timewalker power bike properly to extend its lifespan.
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1. Tools needed
The dirt and grease on this bike won’t be removed easily by a pail of warm water and soap; instead, you need specialized bike cleaning equipment. The most basic things that you’ll need are: water, bike stand (optional), bike-specific soap / cleaner, degreaser, shirt, brushes, sponges, and rags.
It’s recommended to use a bike-specific wash because strong chemicals can harm the covers on your motor, battery, and controller.
2. How to Clean Timewalker Bike
Step 1: Set up
- Prepare your bike washing tools: Fill two clean buckets with water, a generous squirt of dish soap, shirt, brushes, sponges, and rags.
- Place your bike in a bike stand – this raises it off the ground and makes all the nooks and crannies easier to reach. No bike stand? You can prop your bike up against the wall. Do not wash your E-bike upside down. When the bike is washed upside down, water can get in the motor and battery and cause damage.
- Turn off the E-bike before washing and make sure the cap over the charger port is secured.
Step 2: Washing Timewalker E-bike
- Start washing with water. Although the engine, battery, handlebar-mounted control, and display are water-resistant, direct high-pressure water spraying on these components might lead to damage.
- Use bike-specific soap / cleaner to spray evenly on the entire bike.
- Scrub the dirt away from hard-to-reach areas like pedals and between forks and tires with a cloth or brush.
- It’s fine if some water gets inside the battery docking since it has small internal drains and special plugs that guard against corrosion, moisture, and regular wear and tear.
- Use a bike degreaser to clean the chain, chainrings, cassette, and derailleur in the drivetrain. After giving it some time to settle, rinse it down with a wet shirt.
- Wipe dry with a dry shirt.
- Give the battery compartment extra care. The battery needs to be installed after it has completely dried out.
The entire bike-washing process is detailed above. It could be quite frustrating for some people, but consider how it works. Timewalker E-bike was an expensive purchase, so you undoubtedly want to keep it in its best condition.
We hope that this article was able to provide you with useful information on how to maintain your Timewalker e-bike.
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