Cleaning/Detailing
Road Warrior
Joined: Jul 2013
Posts: 1,624
Likes: 13
From: Fort Worth
Guys, I'd like to clarify my bug solution.
Dihydrogen monoxide is a complicated way of saying H2O or water. After the 5th PM telling me how stupid I am for using a chemical that can kill me or the environment, "eat the paint" and one that even quoted a buddy it sent to the hospital and another one that told me to write while I'm in the hospital.
Dihydrogen monoxide is a complicated way of saying H2O or water. After the 5th PM telling me how stupid I am for using a chemical that can kill me or the environment, "eat the paint" and one that even quoted a buddy it sent to the hospital and another one that told me to write while I'm in the hospital.
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Mar 2014
Posts: 15,363
Likes: 24,234
From: NC, USA
I never wipe down a dry bike. I use Blackfire Midnight Sun detail spray. I also use Blackfire Blackice Hybrid Montan Sealant Wax. It's expensive but if you have a black or dark bike you'll see what you paid for. I can ride all day and when I get back barely a bug on the bike. The paint looks like it's wet and it's slick to the touch. One application lasts 6 months or more.
Grand HDF Member
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 3,553
Likes: 17
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Road Captain
Joined: Jun 2013
Posts: 692
Likes: 63
From: Ontario, Canada
I use a product made by Norton called Liquid Ice. The stuff works on everything, chrome, plastic, rubber ... it takes the bugs off with little effort and only a small amount is needed. One bottle will last a whole season.
Intermediate
Joined: Jul 2013
Posts: 31
Likes: 0
From: Northern Ireland
Meguiars dry wash and microfibre towel. Some 3 in 1 silicone spray on the engine and chrome and a wipe over. Zymol on the tins. Washing the bike with water causes water marks on the chrome and introduces moisture around electrical connections. I only wash with a bucket and sponge if the bike has been caught in a rain shower or I've been touring.
Did my RK yesterday after a short ride to the coast.
Did my RK yesterday after a short ride to the coast.
