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Old Jul 8, 2009 | 11:48 AM
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Ok, my g/f complains when I clean my bike. I clean it when it needs it. It could be once a week, every two, and if I get caught in rain, right away. How often does everyone else clean theirs.

I need some amo!
 
Old Jul 8, 2009 | 11:51 AM
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Originally Posted by TheGeek
Ok, my g/f complains when I clean my bike. I clean it when it needs it. How often does everyone else clean theirs.

I need some amo!
Why don't you tell her to get another hobby besides complaining ?

Keep cleaning it when it needs it.
 
Old Jul 8, 2009 | 11:51 AM
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Maybe you should clean here first, then the bike.
 
Old Jul 8, 2009 | 11:52 AM
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Originally Posted by TheGeek
Ok, my g/f complains when I clean my bike. I clean it when it needs it. It could be once a week, every two, and if I get caught in rain, right away. How often does everyone else clean theirs.

I need some amo!
+1 Whenever I feel it is necessary. You could tell her if you need to explain she wouldn't understand. Or tell her a clean vehicle is the sign of a sick mind.
 
Old Jul 8, 2009 | 11:59 AM
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I don't know why anyone would complain about someone cleaning their bike. That's just stupid. Clean the damn thing whenever you want and tell your girlfriend...well nevermind..I'll be good
 
Old Jul 8, 2009 | 12:01 PM
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I don't do it myself! I was told by my dealer that if anyone else but them cleaned my bike it would void the warranty. Its really a good deal because I have to go by the dealership to fuel up anyway. ;-)
 
Old Jul 8, 2009 | 12:02 PM
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I clean it up with that quick detail and mist stuff before every ride. I can't stand a dirty bike, and tell her if she complains anymore your gonna clean her clock.
 
Old Jul 8, 2009 | 12:02 PM
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I go for when it needs it. If I got caught in the rain I'll do it as soon as possible. If I park next to a construction site it will be sooner than if I have just been riding it.
 
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Old Jul 8, 2009 | 12:03 PM
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Everyone seems to be missin the obvious solution here...put her in a bikini, and have her wash it.
 
Old Jul 8, 2009 | 12:04 PM
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If it is dirty then it needs to be cleaned. If it was caught out in the rain, then clean it. If you rode over a dirt road, clean it.
Ask her if she washes clothes? More than Likely her answer will be "Yes", Then ask her even when they do not look dirty?
She will shut up.
 



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