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How Can You Clean Your Two-Wheeler’s Trunk?

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We all take bike insurance to ensure that our bikes are safe and there is no financial stress in case of a mishap. But is it not more important to take care of the cleanliness of the bike so that it is easy to maintain and works properly for a long time. Maintenance of a bike and its cleanliness are very important but more than often, the trunk of the bike is neglected and no care is taken to maintain it.

The trunk is the part of the bike where we store our most used things like papers, helmets, groceries, water bottles, raincoats, etc. As sundry things are stored, this part is most susceptible to the accumulation of dirt and dust. Cleaning this part is essential to maintaining the bike, but there are many bike owners who are clueless to do it on their own and think it is tough to do so.

Let us discuss some simple steps to clean the trunk of the two-wheeler. It is as easy as buying your bike insurance, at the click of a mouse. All you need is a few things and know some simple things which have to be kept in mind to ensure that the bike and the trunk are clean at all times.

1. Cleaning Supplies

If done periodically, keeping the trunk is not a big task. Set a day when you can devote some time and before you start, ensure that all cleaning essentials you need are available and in one place. In this way, you will ensure that you are not wasting time running around getting things. Also, it ensures you have everything available and time is not wasted as the correct items are not there.

Some cleaning supplies that are needed to clean are sprays, water, washcloths, bucket, water, cleaning solutions, cleaning brushes, soap, etc. With all these supplies available, it is easy to clean your trunk squeaky clean. The correct usage and method will ensure all parts of the trunk are clean and well maintained to ensure the bike can be used for a long time.

2. Organise the Contents

As mentioned earlier as well, the trunk of the bike is used to store things. When cleaning it, the first thing that must be done is to get everything out and organise it properly. All things that you like to keep in the trunk at all times should be put on one side in a systematic manner. Even when putting them back, if they are put in a systematic and organised manner, you will use the space in an optimum manner. Also, this will ensure that finding things is easy and no time is wasted just to find things.

3. Keep a Dry Cloth Handy

Moisture in the trunk and the area under the seat is not good for the bike as it can lead to corrosion. This can damage the chassis and thus, it is recommended that the area is kept clean and dry. Such wear and tear many times is not payable under a bike insurance policy. It is important that a dry cloth is kept handy in the trunk to immediately clean off any water, etc., especially in the monsoons. Umbrellas etc. should be kept in a cover but sometimes it is unavoidable and wet helmets and umbrellas are placed in the trunk. In such a case, one should clean the area as soon as possible and ensure it is not left wet for a long time.

4. Quick Cleaning

Once every few days, the trunk should be cleaned using a spray or solution which is readily available on the market. The trunk should be emptied and using a microfiber cloth and a spray, the area can be easily cleaned. This takes care of two things. Firstly, the trunk is cleaned and maintenance becomes easier and secondly, the contents are emptied out, and thus, you can ensure only things that are needed are kept and there is no unnecessary clutter. The solution used should be cleaned properly as it sometimes can leave stains.

5. Taking Care of Spills

Intentionally or unintentionally, we end up stuffing things in the trunk of the bike, and many times it causes things to spill over. One must take care to ensure that as soon as there is a spillage, it is cleaned immediately using a cleansing agent and a cloth. Leaving it for a long time can cause stains and permanent damage to the surface. There are corners that can be difficult to reach and for such parts, a toothbrush or a small brush can be used. The trunk should be left clean and dry even if water or wet cloth is used to avoid a smell and moisture in the area.

6. Regular Cleaning

The bike has to be thoroughly cleaned at regular intervals. Washing it is the easiest way. On one day of the week, the trunk can be cleaned and all things should be organised. It can be washed and cleaned but care must be taken until it is completely dry before things are kept back. The bike should be washed on a cemented or tiled area to ensure there is no dirt later which can dirty the bike again.

Conclusion

Keeping a bike clean is good not only for its maintenance but also for ensuring you do not pay high premiums for the bike insurance. A bike that is not well-kept will face more wear and tear and this will affect the insurance coverage and also the premium.

The trunk of the bike is one of the most used but also the most neglected part of the bike. We use it regularly to store things but we rarely clean it which makes it stained and full of dust and dirt. Apart from the insurance, reselling the bike is also tough when the bike is not cleaned and is ill-kept. Bike insurance is an investment for the bike and so is cleaning it.

Cleaning the trunk might seem like a tough task but if planned and done regularly is very simple. With a simple set of things and a few easy tips, anyone can clean the trunk in a few steps. One thing that is of utmost importance here is that the trunk and the bike should be cleaned regularly. If neglected and kept dirty for a long time, it gets tough to clean it, and then you will need professional help. So, ensure you take care of your bike and the trunk and clean it regularly.

Disclaimer: The above information is for illustrative purpose only. For more details, please refer to policy wordings and prospectus before concluding the sales.

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