Originally Posted by 68 XLCH

You can use an oz of this in a gallon of water to wash and wax the bike.

I put about 2 oz in a 16 oz spray bottle filled with water and a microfiber to wash and wax another to wipe it dry. No residue but it keeps the bike clean and waxed after every ride.
This process works good for cleaning bugs, or just a slightly dusty bike.
I'd do a full wash, using a little more than an oz per gallon for a one step wash and wax.
Does a great job and can also be used as the liquid for clay barring, or just detailing.



Amazon.com: Optimum (NRWW2012C) No Rinse Wash & Wax - 8 oz.: Automotive

Originally Posted by Stiggy

Most cleaners do a good job. I was pleased with the '303' products we as HD Forum members received back in the fall, and I'm a customer now (multi surface cleaner, detailer and UV protectorant.)

As for a black motor, anything silicone based with brighten it up (but I've even used WD10-40 too (sparingly,) with success.

(It's pretty hard to screw it up.)

Originally Posted by Hate Work

Meguiars makes a good wash. Microfiber dry for no water marks. In between washes? I use 303 speed detailer and Bugslide. Both work well with little effort. Add me to the list that user S100 for the engine brightener.

Originally Posted by Udawg

I buy Spraway glass cleaner from Walmart for less than $3 a spray can and I can't believe how well it works. I have used all the motorcycle specific cleaners I know of and this stuff is readily available and I use it on Windshield, paint, chrome and tires. The tires and wheels even came clean with a lot of brake dust etc. on them. I even keep a can in the saddlebags for gas spills or heavy windshield bugs. You really need to try it.

Originally Posted by zz2h33

I would caution using a glass cleaner on painted parts, if it has ammonia that will strip your wax. Not sure what this product has in it, but just be cautious.