Vivid Black?
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From: Edmond Oklahoma
Vivid Black?
I found a pretty good deal on a vivid black 09 SG. I'm a little scared of the vivid black because it is a pain to keep looking nice. I'm into speed, so I like that black for that, but will I be a slave to keeping it up? I ride about 10000 miles a year.
Any thought?
Beary
Any thought?
Beary
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Joined: Mar 2006
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From: Connecticut
You'll be a slave to it only if you let yourself be.
It doesn't take that much to keep it looking decent, and a bit more to keep it pristine.
The looks and extra speed are worth.
Sammi
It doesn't take that much to keep it looking decent, and a bit more to keep it pristine.
The looks and extra speed are worth.
Sammi
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Joined: Jun 2008
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From: Yukon, OK
It does not take that much more work to keep it pretty.......I just keep a microfiber rag in the bag and when ever I am sitting i wipe a little......other wise the high speeds keep it pretty Clean 
Road Master
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From: Bagram, Afghanistan
Vivid black does need a wipe down after each ride (especially the rear end)...but the above will cut time spent on it down a ton.
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From: MA
I've had my Vivid Black for 3 years and don't find it hard to keep clean. I use a quick detail spray and microfiber clothes between washes and it always looks great. Make sure to get the dust off before you do the quick detail or you'll get swirl marks.
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From: Greenville, OH
I have two vivid black bikes. A bagger and a softail. Its not that bad to keep them clean. Yes, they show dust quicker than lighter colors, but if you stay on top of it, it doesn't take long to clean them off. I actually enjoy cleaning them as its almost like a zen stress relief thing one or two nights a week or so. I just use plain water and cloth baby diapers, but might try the quick detailer this year. If you just clean the tins, you can do it in 20 min or less. The satisfaction of seeing that black shine is worth it to me.