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Old Feb 28, 2016 | 04:31 PM
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Anyone know of anything for removing big bugs from the bike?
 
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Old Feb 28, 2016 | 04:34 PM
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A bigger fly swatter.lol
 
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Old Feb 28, 2016 | 04:39 PM
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hydrogen peroxide dissolves them
 
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Old Feb 28, 2016 | 04:41 PM
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I use either sea foam bug be gone or the HD bug remover....
 
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Old Feb 28, 2016 | 04:58 PM
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A large can of Raid in your case!

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Old Feb 28, 2016 | 05:19 PM
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I'v always used a hot bucket of water, soft towels & after a few applications you're good to go. I've tried an HD product which works great, if you want to buy a product.
http://www.harley-davidson.com/store...17-93600022--1
 
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Old Feb 28, 2016 | 05:19 PM
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Should do but for small ones Bug slide.
 
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50% water / 50% hydrogen peroxide in a spray bottle. Spray down the bug covered areas good. By the time you get the hose, bucket, sponges, and car wash ready the bugs have bubbled up and they wash off easy.
 
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If you don't want mom's home remedy, try Bugslide. No only does it remove bugs, but it is a great between wash detailer. Just spray a little on a soft cloth. A little goes a long way.
And another is 303 speed detailer. I use both.....
 
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