Washing bike

[m9rko]

Mr OCD said:

m9rko said:

For me...

Flies = bug and tar remover + microfiber cloth
Bodywork = GT85 + microfiber cloth
Exhaust, frame, swinger, wheels, other metal bits etc = WD40 + microfiber cloth
Brakes = Wurth brake cleaner + microfiber cloth
Chain = WD40 sprayed onto microfiber cloth (then lubed after)

Keep cloths for separate tasks separate! So you don't end up cleaning your brake discs with an oily cloth.

So basically a big pack of microfiber cloths, WD40, GT85, brake cleaner and bug & tar remover will have any bike 100% immaculate. No water needed at any point.

Fair weather rider only I would suggest...

Haha yes, I should have mentioned! Although on the odd occasion I've been caught out and the bikes got absolutely manky, the same methods have worked just as well, only taken a bit longer.

[Dr Doofenshmirtz]

Forget these rubbish expensive branded products. I've tried everything...Astonish engine degreaser is the best stuff. Cleans everything mechanical up like a treat, including brake dust etc.

[terry tibbs]

go down pound shop and get some dish wash and bottle wash brushes excellent for those hard to reach places

[Fleegle]

Mr OCD said:

DanSI said:

Thanks for the Sonax Brilliant Shine Detailer. I will check that out!

Regarding the above - I see that on ALMOST every thread on pistonheads. Somebody states they have something, can do something, paid something.... then there will ALWAYS be one, who posts up what they have, which will always be more expensive, faster, more powerful, quicker, blah blah - obviously these individuals have little d1cks and NEED a fast car/bike to out-do everyone else on the road (in their head at least), in order to feel a sense of karma. lol.

It's a good detailer spray... the GTechniq quick detail is pretty good as well but more pricey.

Ignore Tony. He just likes to see if I bite ... he is a good gent really. Just a bit grumpy being an old fart

Like I need to be explained !! The beauty of a forum is that sensitive souls can choose to ignore comments as they please.


PS... I spend more time on my track bike if that diffuses the perceived grumpiness

[scorcher]

just add water...........

[kennydies]

I get mine treated by all year biker every 6 months or so then just wash it with cheap car shampoo when it gets dirty..