Removing bugs in between washes
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Removing bugs in between washes
I use HD Bug remover when I wash my bike but I've yet to find something that removes bugs easily between washes. Something that doesn't need to be rinsed off.
I use S100 Detail & Wax or Harley Spray Cleaner & Polish between washes but neither removes bugs efficiently.
I've searched the forums and found suggestions such as Pledge andrubbing alcohol but was wondering if there are others.
Thanks.
I use S100 Detail & Wax or Harley Spray Cleaner & Polish between washes but neither removes bugs efficiently.
I've searched the forums and found suggestions such as Pledge andrubbing alcohol but was wondering if there are others.
Thanks.
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RE: Removing bugs in between washes
The best thing to do is get a towel or shammy wet& lay it on the windshield for about 10 mins in the sun. After that the bugs will just wipe off, its awesome, then you can wax& clean as needed
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RE: Removing bugs in between washes
I use a product called Purple Slime. It's a detailing spray I use between wax jobs. I spray it on my fairing after running through bug country and find it works much better than the HD products.
Of course it also helps to have a good waxed base to start with.
Not affiliated with them but it does work. www.purpleslice.com
Primo
Of course it also helps to have a good waxed base to start with.
Not affiliated with them but it does work. www.purpleslice.com
Primo
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RE: Removing bugs in between washes
You gotta first have wax. Bugs have a common protein that makes 'em gooey. Ever hear of shellac? that's a varnish made from beetle excretions thinned with denatured alcohol. In the shade, dampen a soft rag with Denatured alcohol, let it soak the carcasses, then lightly buff them away. It may take more than once.
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RE: Removing bugs in between washes
Most shops have a product called Wizard detailer that takes them off in a second. The regular Harley stuff does it to. I have never had a problem with scratches or swirls, I'm way to impatient to soak them.
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RE: Removing bugs in between washes
ORIGINAL: bgismo20
The best thing to do is get a towel or shammy wet& lay it on the windshield for about 10 mins in the sun. After that the bugs will just wipe off, its awesome, then you can wax& clean as needed
The best thing to do is get a towel or shammy wet& lay it on the windshield for about 10 mins in the sun. After that the bugs will just wipe off, its awesome, then you can wax& clean as needed
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RE: Removing bugs in between washes
I'll try cleaning the chromefrontend with a cloth andhot water and then come behind it with the detail & wax.
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RE: Removing bugs in between washes
distilled white vinager mixed 1:1 with water and a soft towel works great for the rest of the bike, I second the warm soapy wet towl layed over the windshield idea as well.