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What can I use on my denim black FLTRX to make it look new again?

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Old 08-17-2014, 08:59 AM
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That denim finish crap they sell at the stealer, I mean dealer doesn't do squat. Can someone help me?
 
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Old 08-17-2014, 09:06 AM
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A real paint job would be a HUGE improvement!
 
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I've been using the denim cleaner on both my bikes since new. I don't have a problem with it, works just fine. Maybe elaborate on your issue?????
 
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A real paint job would be a HUGE improvement!
Always 1 in the crowd. It is a real paint job. Just not covered in 5 mil's of clear coat. He asked for assistance/help.
Hope this is able to help you out man.
Here you go man this is better then the HD cleaner and works well.
http://www.chemicalguys.com/Matte_Pl...Care_s/342.htm

 
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Originally Posted by GriffinDenim13FLHX
Always 1 in the crowd. It is a real paint job. Just not covered in 5 mil's of clear coat. He asked for assistance/help.
Hope this is able to help you out man.
Here you go man this is better then the HD cleaner and works well.
http://www.chemicalguys.com/Matte_Pl...Care_s/342.htm

How To Detail Matte Paint and Wrap Finishes - Chemical Guys Meticulous Matte Detailer - YouTube
Thanks for posting this, I have never seen that product before! Denim cleaner works ok but I am going to give this a shot.
 
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Old 08-17-2014, 11:16 AM
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For the factory look, Windex works well. If you want a deeper black and a low gloss use Lemon Pledge. If you don't like the Pledge look it is reversible with Windex.
I had a denim black bike and the pledge look got a lot of complements.
 
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Old 08-17-2014, 11:23 AM
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Originally Posted by GriffinDenim13FLHX
Always 1 in the crowd. It is a real paint job. Just not covered in 5 mil's of clear coat. He asked for assistance/help.
Hope this is able to help you out man.
Here you go man this is better then the HD cleaner and works well.
http://www.chemicalguys.com/Matte_Pl...Care_s/342.htm

How To Detail Matte Paint and Wrap Finishes - Chemical Guys Meticulous Matte Detailer - YouTube

No there is two of us. Denim looks bad new.
 
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The OP asked for how to refresh his denim color, not for opinions on the color.
 
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Originally Posted by barrygreen
For the factory look, Windex works well. If you want a deeper black and a low gloss use Lemon Pledge. If you don't like the Pledge look it is reversible with Windex. I had a denim black bike and the pledge look got a lot of complements.
+1 , used both on my denim street bob. Pledge multiple purpose was my favorite.
 
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