Uploaded February 2020 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
I’ve been using a cheap ebay ultrasonic cleaner to clean the drive chain (cassette and chain), on my carbon commuter bike for over a year now.
It’s been fantastic and I use it all the time, but is it something you should consider buying?
I’ll be going into detail around the ultrasonic cleaner I chose, the pros and cons, and whether you should pick one up yourself!
Got any questions or comments, stick them below 👇 and I'll try and get back to as many of you as I can!
Timestamps:
00:41 – Intro
02:13 – Cleaner Specs
02:57 – Drive Chain Wear
06:08 – New vs Worn Cassette
07:38 – Cleaning Steps
08:37 – Issues With Ultrasonic Cleaners
10:33 – Should I Get One?
Oz Cycle video on drive chain cleaning:
youtube.com/watch?v=9x8JTUa_hZU
Product links (please note, I have no affiliation to any of the sellers or products shown):
Ultrasonic Cleaners: tinyurl.com/wemj5b7
Degreaser: tinyurl.com/sen2ftv
Chain Wear Tool: tinyurl.com/ta3abd2
Intro roll:
Created by Dev Joshi - go2dev.co.uk
Music:
Birocratic – Fresh Healthy Perspectives
Birocratic – If I Tried (Original Mix)
About Trace Velo:
I love cycling, and I love getting pro cycling kit for less. If it’s cheap, from China, and made of carbon fibre, I’m interested!
Instagram:
instagram.com/tracevelo
Email:
tracevelouk@gmail.com
Please note:
All products demonstrated in this video have been purchased by me, and I have no affiliation to any of the sellers or vendors shown.
In addition, I am not a professionally trained bike mechanic. There can be risks associated with using products that are unbranded, untested, or come from sources where the provenance is unknown. Please talk to a qualified bike mechanic if you are in any doubt.
In essence, be careful, do your research, and cycle safe!!!
I’ve been using a cheap ebay ultrasonic cleaner to clean the drive chain (cassette and chain), on my carbon commuter bike for over a year now.
It’s been fantastic and I use it all the time, but is it something you should consider buying?
I’ll be going into detail around the ultrasonic cleaner I chose, the pros and cons, and whether you should pick one up yourself!
Got any questions or comments, stick them below 👇 and I'll try and get back to as many of you as I can!
Timestamps:
00:41 – Intro
02:13 – Cleaner Specs
02:57 – Drive Chain Wear
06:08 – New vs Worn Cassette
07:38 – Cleaning Steps
08:37 – Issues With Ultrasonic Cleaners
10:33 – Should I Get One?
Oz Cycle video on drive chain cleaning:
youtube.com/watch?v=9x8JTUa_hZU
Product links (please note, I have no affiliation to any of the sellers or products shown):
Ultrasonic Cleaners: tinyurl.com/wemj5b7
Degreaser: tinyurl.com/sen2ftv
Chain Wear Tool: tinyurl.com/ta3abd2
Intro roll:
Created by Dev Joshi - go2dev.co.uk
Music:
Birocratic – Fresh Healthy Perspectives
Birocratic – If I Tried (Original Mix)
About Trace Velo:
I love cycling, and I love getting pro cycling kit for less. If it’s cheap, from China, and made of carbon fibre, I’m interested!
Instagram:
instagram.com/tracevelo
Email:
tracevelouk@gmail.com
Please note:
All products demonstrated in this video have been purchased by me, and I have no affiliation to any of the sellers or vendors shown.
In addition, I am not a professionally trained bike mechanic. There can be risks associated with using products that are unbranded, untested, or come from sources where the provenance is unknown. Please talk to a qualified bike mechanic if you are in any doubt.
In essence, be careful, do your research, and cycle safe!!!
