How is the WD-40 BIKE line of products associated with WD-40 Company?

WD-40 BIKE is made by WD-40 BIKE Company, a subsidiary business unit of WD-40 Company focused exclusively on cycling-specific maintenance products. The WD-40 brand is definitely no stranger to bicycling as the original WD-40 Multi-Use Product has been a mainstay in the toolboxes of bike mechanics for decades. The new WD-40 BIKE line blends our considerable experience with the demands of today’s bike technology to present a comprehensive high-performance maintenance package.

WD-40 BIKE is a high-performance line of bicycle care products developed via collaboration between WD-40 scientists, professional bike mechanics and independent bicycle retailers. The WD-40 BIKE line was designed for maintenance-minded and discriminating cycling enthusiasts. The line features a product range including wet and dry chain lubricants, an all-purpose wash, a chain cleaner & degreaser, an all-conditions chain lube.

Do I really need both WD-40 Specialist Automotive and WD-40 Multi-Use Product?

Of course. WD-40 Specialist Automotive is a range of products specially formulated to help keep your vehicles in tip-top condition, while WD-40 Multi-Use Product protects metal from rust and corrosion, loosens nuts and bolts, displaces moisture, and lubricates just about anything. Just make them a part of your maintenance routine!

What are the WD-40 Specialist Automotive product range?

WD-40 Specialist Automotive range of products consists of: WD-40 Specialist Automotive Belt Dressing - 360ml WD-40 Specialist Automotive Chain Lube - 360ml WD-40 Specialist Automotive Brake & Parts Cleaner - 450ml WD-40 Specialist Automotive Machine & Engine Degreaser - 450ml WD-40 Specialist Automotive Throttle Body, Carb & Choke Cleaner - 450ml Where can I buy WD-40 Specialist Automotive products? WD-40 Specialist Automotive are sold across major markets in Asia. You can find WD-40 Specialist Automotive at auto supply stores, hardware retailers, DIY retailers and mass merchandisers.

What is WD-40 Specialist Automotive?

WD-40 Specialist Automotive is part of our specialist range designed to improve and keep your vehicles running efficiently all year round.

How is the WD-40 Specialist line of products different from the original WD-40 Multi-Use Product?

WD-40 Multi-Use Product was invented in 1953 with five basic functions: It Lubricates, Penetrates, Protects, Removes, and Displaces Moisture. WD-40 Specialist is a new line of specialty maintenance products designed to meet specific needs of professional users.

Where can I buy the WD-40 Specialist products?

You can find WD-40 Specialist products at home improvement centers, auto supply stores, hardware retailers, DIY retailers and mass merchandisers.

Are WD-40 Specialist products sold internationally?

Yes, WD-40 Specialist products are sold outside the USA - please visit your country's WD-40 Company website for local availability. For WD-40 Specialist products in Asia, you can browse the product line here.

How is the Specialist line of products associated with WD-40 Company?

The WD-40 Specialist product line is an extension of the WD-40 brand. WD-40 Company realizes that sometimes tough jobs require products designed for specific applications (i.e. high-performing specialty lubricants, degreaser, contact cleaners, etc.) and WD-40 Specialist is formulated for maximum performance to help workers get specific tasks done with ease. The WD-40 Specialist line of products outperforms the competition in key performance areas.

Do I really need both WD-40 Specialist and WD-40 Multi-Use Product?

Of course. WD-40 Specialist is formulated for specific tasks, while WD-40 Multi-Use Product helps you get a wide range of jobs done with ease. With both, you'll always be prepared for just about anything.

What sizes are the WD-40 Specialist products available in?

WD-40 Specialist products are available in the following sizes: WD-40 Specialist Fast Drying Contact Cleaner - 360ml WD-40 Specialist High Performance Silicone Lubricant - 360ml WD-40 Specialist Fast Acting Degreaser - 450ml WD-40 Specialist High Performance Dry Lube PTFE - 360ml WD-40 Specialist High Performance White Lithium Grease - 360ml

When should I use WD-40 Specialist instead of WD-40 Multi-Use Product?

Use a degreaser product to quickly remove grease, oil, dirt, tar and more. WD-40 Specialist Fast Acting Degreaser is a water-based degreaser that sprays on a thick foam which penetrates tough, stuck grease. It has a powerful stream that can reach up to 5 feet.

What is WD-40 Specialist?

WD-40 Specialist is a new line of best-in-class maintenance products specially formulated to help you get specific tasks done with ease. The line includes: Fast Acting Degreaser, High Performance White Lithium Grease, Fast Drying Contact Cleaner, High Performance Dry Lube, High Performance Silicone Lubricant. WD-40 Specialist products have been proven effective by multiple independent lab tests and outperform the leading competitors in standard ASTM performance tests. Learn More

Do I really need both WD-40 Specialist and WD-40 Multi-Use Product?

Of course. WD-40 Specialist is formulated for specific tasks, while WD-40 Multi-Use Product helps you get a wide range of jobs done with ease. With both, you'll always be prepared for just about anything.

What does WD-40 Multi-Use Product contain?

While the ingredients in WD-40 Multi-Use Product are secret, we can tell you what it does NOT contain. WD-40 Multi-Use Product does not contain silicone, kerosene, water, graphite, or chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs).

How do I keep the red straws from getting lost?

Used for thousands of applications, WD-40 Multi-Use Product cans are now able to do something even more useful - hold onto that little red straw that was forever getting lost! The WD-40 Smart Straw features a high-impact-resistant nozzle, 360-degree valve system and permanently attached straw, so WD-40 Multi-Use Product users will never lose the straw again. Flipped down for a wide spray or flipped up for a pinpoint stream, the WD-40 Smart Straw gives consumers a better way to spray! For old cans of WD-40 Multi-Use Product, there is the Notch Cap, designed to securely hold the straw in place when not in use. Simply snap the straw into the recessed slot on the top of the cap and it will stay there until removed. This is just another small step to keep WD-40 Multi-Use Product users smiling. Be sure to point the spray nozzle toward the dot on the top of the can to ensure that the can fully empties.

What does WD-40 Multi-Use Product do?

WD-40 Multi-Use Product Fulfills Five Basic Functions: LUBRICATES: The product's lubricating ingredients are widely dispersed and tenaciously held to all moving parts. PENETRATES: WD-40 Multi-Use Product loosens rust-to-metal bonds and frees stuck, frozen or rusted metal parts. PROTECTS: The product protects metal surfaces with corrosion-resistant ingredients to shield against moisture and other corrosive elements. REMOVES: WD-40 Multi-Use Product gets under dirt, grime and grease. Use it to remove gunk from tools, equipment and vehicles. WD-40 MULTI-USE PRODUCT in liquid form (e.g. gallon) also dissolves adhesives, allowing easy removal of excess bonding material. DISPLACES MOISTURE: Because it displaces moisture, WD-40 Multi-Use Product quickly dries out electrical systems to eliminate moisture-induced short circuits.

How long does WD-40 Multi-Use Product last after application?

While this may vary depending on the application, WD-40 Multi-Use Product remains effective even after it appears to dry. The corrosion and rust protection ingredients remain adhered to the surface. External conditions may, of course, require additional applications of the product for maximum protection.

What about using WD-40 Multi-Use Product on my sports equipment?

WD-40 Multi-Use Product is safe and effective to use on all types of sporting goods. It is a fantastic all-around maintenance product for bikes, as you can use it on frames to prevent them from rusting, to lubricate pivot points, to prevent mud from sticking and to displace moisture from bike components. Use WD-40 Multi-Use Product on watercraft to drive out moisture and to protect metal surfaces from corrosion.

How is WD-40 Multi-Use Product different from 3-IN-ONE Oil?

WD-40 Multi-Use Product is the ultimate multi-purpose problem solver. WD-40® removes gunk, penetrates to loosen stuck parts, prevents rust and corrosion, and is a light lubricant. 3-IN-ONE, with its special drip spout, enables you to apply product without any overspray or splatter. 3-IN-ONE is ideal to use on tools, rollers, hinges, in-line skates, wheels... nearly everything that moves.

What is the shelf life of WD-40 Multi-Use Product?

WD-40 is a product of persistent nature which is designed and manufactured to a high degree of specifications. The product should continue to perform as expected for an almost indefinite period of time. However, actual performance is affected by the longevity of mechanical items such as the valve assembly on aerosol cans. As such, the shelf life is considered to be five years from the date of production; however, product will often dispense and perform as expected for considerably longer. WD-40 should be stored between 4 degrees centigrade and 54 degrees centigrade, and always shaken before use.

What is the propellant in WD-40 Multi-Use Product?

A propellant is the stuff that helps pump WD-40 Multi-Use Product out of the can. The propellant used is carbon dioxide (CO2). CO2 is an inert gas which helps empty the can. Plus, the addition of CO2 reduced the number of VOCs (volatile organic compounds) in the product, a step toward respecting and conserving the environment.

What surfaces or materials are okay to use WD-40 Multi-Use Product on?

WD-40 Multi-Use Product can be used on just about everything. It is safe to use on metal, rubber, wood and plastic. It can also be applied to painted metal surfaces without harming the paint. Polycarbonate and clear polystyrene plastic are among the few surfaces on which to avoid using a petroleum-based product like WD-40® Multi-Use Product.

Where can I buy WD-40 Multi-Use Product?

WD-40 Multi-Use Product is available almost everywhere. It can be found in many countries in automotive, convenience, discount, drug, grocery, hardware, and home center stores. It's also available from leading distributors all over the world. If your store or distributor doesn't sell WD-40 Multi-Use Product, please ask them to add it.

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Stuck zips and fastenings on camping equipment can be easily solved with a squirt of WD-40!

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