Warning:  the following information is not for bikes with matte finish.  If you’re bike is shiny then read on because I’m gonna share my little secret for keeping the shine shiny.

Go to your mom’s cleaning supplies and grab the Lemon Pledge.  Now, I know it’s a stretch but in case you’ve never heard of this amazing product, it’s furniture polish that probably has a lemon citrus base.  If you don’t live with your mom (congratulations on that) you can pick this up at any grocery store.

Spray it liberally on an old t-shirt and wipe down your bike – don’t get it on your brake pads or rims.

It’s fast and easy.

It will tear through that unsightly grease and grime and leave behind a beautiful shine.  Plus, if you live near the beach it will also protect your parts from rust.

Spray it liberally on an old t-shirt and wipe down your bike – do not get it on your brake pads or rims.

It’s fast and easy.

You’ll probably forget you did this until the next time you grab your bike and it feels so “oulala!”