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Old Apr 12, 2006 | 08:48 PM
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I have been using an air compressor to dry my bike. Some say this is not a good idea. Haven't had a problem yet though. What is the BEST air dryer out there and what is a good price? Thanks for everyones input.
 
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Old Apr 12, 2006 | 08:51 PM
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Not sure of best, but I use an electric leaf blower.

Works well!

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Old Apr 12, 2006 | 09:45 PM
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Use my shop vac ...with a new filter saved just for that...and a crevis tool. Very lite with justa hose to pull around.
 
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Old Apr 12, 2006 | 09:47 PM
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I don't actually wash my bike. But when Sean does it for me he uses a leaf blower to dry it off!
 
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Old Apr 13, 2006 | 02:03 AM
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I use a Black Baron..I havent found anything else that measures up.
http://hawg-wash.com/blbamodr.html

Not fond of leaf blowers because they are not filtered and blow out what they suck in.
Air compressors have been known to damage seals and gaskets from the high pressure of the air.
 
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Old Apr 13, 2006 | 09:39 AM
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http://www.motorcycledryer.com/
 
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Old Apr 13, 2006 | 10:59 AM
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I have a $39.00 Cycle Dryer that looks like a very small leaf blower. It works very well and is inexpensive.
 
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Old Apr 13, 2006 | 11:01 AM
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Mr. Clean makes a product that filters the water, so after rinsing, you just let it dry, spot free.
 
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I get it up to 70mph it dries pretty quick.
Works for me.
 
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Old Apr 19, 2006 | 10:48 PM
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Good ole trusty SEARS Shop Vac in reverse blow mode - - works like a charm!
 
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