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Old Aug 28, 2016 | 09:32 PM
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Harley Bug remover then Novus 1. (follow Bug Removal directions). But I just tried Starbright Ultra View marine grade plastic window cleaner and polish and was impressed. Marine stuff is usually high quality and this was no exception. think what a saltwater boat with isinglass (plastic window canvas) has to go thru and you will try it. Plus it is cheaper than bike stuff by far per use. I've had boats for 35 years and just never used it till yesterday...... I'm getting old.
 
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Old Aug 28, 2016 | 09:36 PM
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I use regular old Rain-X windshield cleaner - the orange stuff. It works fine and makes rain bead up and roll off at speed. $2/gal on sale. I just transfer some to a spray bottle and use a soft cloth - works like a charm. You can use all that "special" crap and throw your money down the toilet, but it won't get your windshield any cleaner or make your windshield last any longer. (But it will make some Company richer and you poorer.)

BTW, I've been using Rain-X on vehicles for 35 years, so it's proven itself to me, and it's the same type stuff they use on airplane windshields.
 
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Old Aug 28, 2016 | 10:35 PM
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Originally Posted by FurryOne
I use regular old Rain-X windshield cleaner - the orange stuff. It works fine and makes rain bead up and roll off at speed. $2/gal on sale. I just transfer some to a spray bottle and use a soft cloth - works like a charm. You can use all that "special" crap and throw your money down the toilet, but it won't get your windshield any cleaner or make your windshield last any longer. (But it will make some Company richer and you poorer.)

BTW, I've been using Rain-X on vehicles for 35 years, so it's proven itself to me, and it's the same type stuff they use on airplane windshields.
Yep, the orange Rain-X rocks, used it on my old Heritage and still use on all my autos. Even use it on the light lenses and glass. It's cheap and it works
 
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Old Aug 29, 2016 | 09:47 AM
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I've been using Novus 1 on my new windshield. So far so good.
 
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Old Aug 30, 2016 | 03:21 AM
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Bugslide. Windshields, paint, chrome. It's the best.
 
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Old Aug 30, 2016 | 08:13 AM
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soaking wet towel first to dissolve/loosen bugs, then Bugslide or Pledge to finish off.
 
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Old Aug 30, 2016 | 09:07 AM
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Originally Posted by AZdryheat
I forget what my windshield is made of but the maker recommends PLEXUS. It's a little pricey but it sure does work.
Plexus is the best.

I use Bug Slide to get the bugs off and basic clean. Then a coat of Plexus to protect. My windshield still looks new.
 
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Old Aug 30, 2016 | 09:10 AM
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Originally Posted by Spindrifter
soaking wet towel first to dissolve/loosen bugs, then Bugslide or Pledge to finish off.
The dead bug carcass can scratch the 'shield.

Use a different clean towel (I use Plexus) after doing the above FIRST so you don't cause fine scratches by rubbing the dead bugs around.
 
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