A 17-inch brush that reaches the brake dust behind the spokes
Is this the right fit?
- Best for
- anyone who washes their own car and has noticed the wheels never quite come clean, plus motorcycle and dirt bike wheels
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- At 17 inches it is built for reach, which makes it clumsy on the outer face of a small wheel where a short brush is easier to control
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The VIKING V+ Wheel Barrel Brush is a 17.25-inch wheel cleaning brush with a protective end cap, a knuckle guard, and an ergonomic handle. The length is the point: brake dust collects on the barrel, the inside face of the rim behind the spokes, where a wash mitt cannot reach, and that is where wheels actually look dirty. The bristle and fiber blend is densely packed so it compresses into the gap between the rim and the brake disc and still agitates instead of just sliding, and it is chemical resistant for use with dedicated wheel cleaner, car shampoo, or detergent. Safe on chrome, painted, clear-coated, and alloy wheels. Best fit: anyone who washes their own car and has noticed the wheels never quite come clean, plus motorcycle and dirt bike wheels.
Pros
- 17.25 inches reaches the wheel barrel behind the spokes, which is where brake dust actually sits
- Knuckle guard and end cap keep your hand and the brush ferrule off the rim and brake caliper
- Dense bristle and fiber blend compresses into the rim and disc gap and still agitates dirt
- Chemical resistant, so it works with real wheel cleaner instead of only soapy water
Cons
- At 17 inches it is built for reach, which makes it clumsy on the outer face of a small wheel where a short brush is easier to control
Frequently asked questions
Will it scratch chrome or painted wheels?
The bristle and fiber blend is designed to be scratch-free on chrome, painted, clear-coated, and alloy wheels. The practical risk is grit picked up from the ground, so rinse the brush before it touches a wheel and again between wheels.
Can I use it with wheel cleaner, not just soap?
Yes, it is chemical resistant and intended for use with dedicated wheel cleaner, car wash soap, or detergent. Rinse it after use so cleaner does not sit in the bristles.
Does it fit behind the spokes on tight wheels?
The bristles compress between the rim and the brake disc, which is what lets it pass through narrow spoke gaps. Very tight multi-spoke wheels with almost no gap will still be a squeeze.
Does it work on motorcycle or bike wheels?
Yes, it is commonly used on motorcycle and dirt bike wheels, where the spoke gaps are wider and the reach advantage is even more useful.
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