UCI Mountain Bike World Cup Series
Kärcher is an official partner of the UCI Mountain Bike World Cup Series. Since 2025, we have been at selected events in person, ensuring that bikes are superbly cleaned using our cleaning technology.
Tough races, clean bikes
Whenever mountain bikers come together to compete for the best times, mud and dust are certain to be part of the experience. But mountain biking is more than just battling the elements: it’s the thrill of overcoming nature – and even your own limits. To ensure that the equipment can deliver top performance at all times, Kärcher has been a proud Cleaning Partner and part of the UCI Mountain Bike World Cup family since 2025.
We are actively involved at selected events, using our professional cleaning solutions to ensure that both man and machine can truly shine. Whether it’s fast-paced downhill runs, technical enduro stages or gruelling cross-country laps: We reliably remove all evidence of training and competition from the bikes. This allows us to create the perfect conditions for the mechanics and the start of the next race – we take care of cleaning so that the athletes can keep their eyes firmly fixed on the finish line.
At these World Cup Series events, we serve as Cleaning Partner to prepare the bikes – so riders can achieve their best times:
1–3 May: Race of South Korea, South Korea
22–24 May: Nové Město Na Moravě, Czech Republic
11–14 June: Saalfelden-Leogang Salzburgerland, Austria
19–21 June: Lenzerheide, Switzerland
3–5 July: La Thuile – Valle D’Aosta, Italy
21–23 August: Les Gets – Haute Savoie, France
25–27 September: Whistler Mountain Bike Park, British Columbia, Canada
Mountain biking disciplines
Cross-Country Olympic (XCO)
This is the classic Olympic discipline of mountain biking. The races take place on a circuit that is completed several times and offers a mix of climbs and descents. The route includes natural obstacles such as roots and stones. XCO requires riders to have a high level of endurance as well as exceptional technical riding skills.
Cross-Country Short Track (XCC)
Short Track is a shortened and extremely intense version of Cross-Country. The race takes place on a significantly shorter circuit, which is often wider and less technical than in XCO. The race usually lasts only about 20 minutes. Due to the high speed in this discipline, sprinting ability and tactical behaviour are paramount.
Enduro
Enduro is a format that focuses on downhill riding but requires physical fitness. A race consists of several timed downhill sections, known as stages. Riders usually have to cover the connecting routes between these stages under their own steam (uphill); however, this time is not included in the classification. The goal is to be the fastest rider across of all descents.
Downhill (DH)
This is purely a downhill time trial. The route is exclusively on a descent and features an array of obstacles such as roots, stones and jumps. The riders start one at a time and try to complete the course as quickly as possible. It’s all about speed and technical mastery of the bike in difficult terrain.
Bring back the WOW to your bike – The Kärcher Bike Cleaning Station
After a ride, cleaning the bike is a must. In our role as Cleaning Partner, we use professional equipment to ensure that the bikes are cleaned brilliantly. Pressure-reduced high-pressure cleaners are used in the cleaning boxes. Thanks to the extra-short spray lance, all areas of the bike can be easily reached, and the ergonomic EASY!Force trigger gun ensures fatigue-free and accurate work. The special nozzle reduces the water pressure to a gentle 27 bar. This allows for all parts of the bike to be cleaned gently and safely, even the most delicate components such as the bearings and seals. Sustainability is a key consideration at the same time: The dirty water is collected in the boxes themselves and disposed of properly to responsibly protect the environment.
An overview of our product highlights for cleaning your bike on the go.
Cycling is enjoyable, environmentally friendly, and beneficial to one’s health. If you want to enjoy your mountain bike, road bike, city bike or e-bike for as long as possible, you should clean and maintain it regularly. With the right machines and accessories, it’s quick and easy – whether in front of the garage, in the garden or even out and about.
Comparison
Machines for cleaning bicycles
Where it can be used
OC 3 Foldable
out and about / at home
OC 4 + Bike
out and about / at home
OC 6-18 Premium Battery
out and about / at home
OC Handheld Compact
out and about / at home
OC 7-18 Handheld
out and about / at home
Portability
OC 3 Foldable
Independent of electricity and water supplies thanks to an integrated battery and water tank.
OC 4 + Bike
With its large 8-litre water tank and integrated battery, you can clean your bike easily when you’re out and about, without any worry about being near a water or power supply.
OC 6-18 Premium Battery
Independent of electricity and water supplies thanks to an 18 V Battery Power exchangeable battery and 12-litre water trolley.
Alternatively, it can be used with a garden hose.
OC Handheld Compact
Independent of electricity and water supplies thanks to an integrated battery and suction hose included in the scope of supply.
OC 7-18 Handheld
Independent of electricity and water supplies thanks to an 18 V Battery Power exchangeable battery and the suction hose provided..
Alternatively, it can be used with a garden hose.
Cleaning performance
OC 3 Foldable
Low pressure 5 bar
OC 4 + Bike
Low pressure 7 bar
OC 6-18 Premium Battery
Medium pressure (max. 24 bar water pressure for efficient and thorough interim cleaning)
OC Handheld Compact
Medium pressure 6 to max. 15 bar, adjustable
OC 7-18 Handheld
Medium pressure 11 to 24 bar, adjustable
Suitability for bicycle cleaning
OC 3 Foldable
Perfect for rapid cleaning when out and about.
Exceptionally gentle cleaning and, thanks to its low pressure, also suitable for delicate surfaces.
Max. run time 15 minutes.
Special feature: foldable water tank, meaning the machine takes up very little space when stored.
OC 4 + Bike
The long battery run time of up to 22 minutes allows you to thoroughly clean several dirty items (e.g. bicycles) on a single charge.
Exceptionally gentle cleaning and, thanks to its low pressure, also suitable for delicate surfaces.
OC 6-18 Premium Battery
For thorough cleaning on the go or at home.
Efficient and ideally adjusted medium pressure for cleaning your bike gently.
Holds enough water to clean 3 to 5 heavily soiled bicycles.
OC Handheld Compact
For quick and thorough cleaning on the go or at home.
Extremely compact thanks to its foldable handle.
Foam jet included for even more thorough cleaning.
OC 7-18 Handheld
For quick and efficient cleaning on the go or at home.
Pressure level can be adjusted.
Foam jet included for even more thorough cleaning.
Review of 2025
