Have any of you washed a bike while on the stand? Does it rust? (I would wipe it dry reasonably well after washing.)
454287
I have not, but it is well made and paint seems durable. I would not hesitate to wash a bike on it, then wipe it down.
454288
Yes I have. With any metal, rust will eventually get to it. Take a large trash bag and cut a hole large enough for it to slip over the vertical pole for the stand. and pull it over the stand before mounting the bike.
311260
I washed mine on delicate cycle and tumble dried it. I took it out of the dryer while it was still partly damp and air dried it. It turned out fine.
2001299
I dishwashed mine, top rack. They made it through the wash just fine, though I felt they got cleaner with hand-washing.
1353364
I have washed mine in the dishwasher a few times with no ill-effects. That said will they go the long haul with no rust? In truth don't know.
2104304
I use it quite often and then clean and dry it by hand and have had no problem with rust as of this date. Care in washing and drying it well is the Key
348327
I have only washed mine once and I just threw it in the wash. Otherwise if difficult I would wash in Dawn dishwasher detergent. I do rinse it everytime I use it with just water when done riding
1480355
I washed it without a problem. i had previously just washed the cover but needed to wash the entire thing.
1693619
I've only had mine for a while, and I washed it and NO rust.. Cheap grades of stainless will rust.. There are different grades of stainless steel..
2195513
I run mine through the dishwasher and have no problems. Haven't seen any rust spot yet either. I haven't tried hand washing but I bet it would be that difficult.
981835
Never clean it with soap. This will strip the seasoning. Use only water and a soft abrasive sponge. Lightly oil it to keep it from rusting at first. Eventually the "seasoning" will prevent rust from forming.
424332
I have never had a problem with rust, ever, and I put it in the dishwasher (supposedly a real No,No for knives or scissors). If you really do have a problem, I'd do what another respondent suggests about drying it right away and spraying with oil.
630717
We have soaked it w/ soapy water for about an hour and then hand wash it with a soft cloth and some soap. We dry the outside of it with a dry soft cloth and flip it over to air dry it on a rack. It seems to work fine.
888771
I have not washed mine but I would feel comfortable hand washing it or put it in a laundry bag and wash on delicate cycle. Should be fine. Good luck.
962545
So far so good!! I'm a little surprised though with some rust spots on the frame, I would have thought that this wouldn't occur as they are used out doors.? But no sign of threads coming loose ! I have been using them all summer. Good luck with yours!
211551
You have to season before used and keep it dry after washing or oil it to prevent rust. Thank you
1553229
I just rinse with water and l pat it dry and let it air dry. if you put it in the dishwasher it may rust.
1379371
I had mine on a motorcycle that encountered many torrential rains. Keep the cover on when not in use. I'm not sure I would even consider taking my bike through a car-wash.