Why do bikes rust faster from Rain?

Bikers often find many parts of their there bikes covered by rust. There are many reasons behind this rust formation, and Rain is one of them. In this article, we will know how rain can affect rusting in your bike parts. 

What Causes Rust on Bike?

Rust is the result of a chemical reaction between moisture and metal. This usually forms in the metallic part of the bike. Here are some factors, which help to form rust in a bike:

1. If your bike is exposed to water, like from the road, rain, or moisture, it can form rust.
2. Muds can stick to your bikes and cause rust formation
3. F the metallic parts of your bike don’t have any protective coating.
4. If your bike is exposed to wet for a long time, it will easily get rust.

Why do bikes rust faster from rain?​

Rainwater works as an excellent factor in forming rust. When rainwater drops on your bike’s chain, gears, or screws, it creates a perfect environment to create rust. Besides, rainwater is acidic, which can accelerate rust formation. If your bike is exposed to heavy rains, it’s often hard to dry all the parts. So, the parts you can’t dry remain wet, and form rust. 

How to prevent your bike from rust?

The formation of rust is a natural process. If you don’t maintain your bike properly, we will see the metals fading away after some months. So, here are some tips to prevent your bike from rusting:

1. If your bike is exposed to rain for a long time, dry the bike properly. You can take it to the service station for a vacuum cleaning.
2. Always park your bike indoors. This saves your bikes from unexpected water splashes of rain. Use a waterproof cover if you need to park it outside. 
3. There are some lubricants, which prevent metallic parts from rusting. Apply them to your bike’s chain, gear, and other parts. 
4. Wipe your bike regularly. Try to clean your bike once a day with a soft cloth. If you see mud, or sand stored, remove them with a brush. 
5. If your bike is damaged, or paints are faded, try to repaint. Paints on the metals prevent rusting. 
6. There are many coating services available. You can coat your whole bike with rust-protected materials from an expert.

What to Do If Rust Forms?

Rust can damage the metallic components of your bikes easily. If your bike has already rust on it you can do the following things:

1. You can use rust remover, or a mixture of baking soda to clean the rusty parts. 
2. You can also use sandpaper to clean the rusty metals. 
3. Repaint if necessary, as paints will give you a long time protection against rust.
4. If any components are damaged due to rust, you should replace them immediately.