Soap and water , brush and sponges ... clean the bike often.. just dont get it in the drive train bearings..
Hose Vs , high pressure washers..
Pro Racers Have Mechanics to do that, for the Team Bikes, Daily..
Solvents break down the oils and grease then they come off taking with them, the dirt.
and evaporate..
If You dont want to be around the solvents , Pay a Bike Shop to do the work..
Last edited by fietsbob; 01-28-13 at 12:21 PM.