Cleaning tips
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Cleaning tips
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30-12-2008, 10:02pm
Well PLEXUS hasn't been mentioned so i'll throw that in the mix.
I normally wash first, dry , then some bits get the mr sheen treatment and the bodywork gets the plexus . Kero for chain .
05-01-2009, 01:49pm
I use this stuff called FW1 - its a combo cleaner with carnauba wax and it is absolutely awesome for cleaning your wheels. Forget kero, petrol etc..., just spray some of this on and wipe it off, leaving a nice shiney wheel! I always hated this part of m/cycle maintainence but this stuff is great and the wax keeps them cleaner longer. You can use it on the rest of the bike too and no water needed if its not too dirty - spray on, wait 10 seconds and buff off. They sell it via demos in petrol stations and supermarket car parks etc...they did my bros wheels and he came home with 2 cans. And no, I have nothing to do with the product.
http://www.fw1.com.au/ 
24-05-2009, 08:52pm
i got some mr sheen today,after trying some well priced other brans,i found the mr sheen is great,i used it all over the bike. and 5 bucks a can shit thats cheap, and so quik more time 4
 THANKS EVERYONE 
born to be mild
24-05-2009, 09:02pm
(24-05-2009, 08:52pm)king 62 Wrote: i got some mr sheen today,after trying some well priced other brans,i found the mr sheen is great,i used it all over the bike. and 5 bucks a can shit thats cheap, and so quik more time 4 have you tried the lemon scented or just the regular  i reckon its good, so is maguires wet look wax ![[Image: 583b3abf-1.jpg]](http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj219/black13_07/583b3abf-1.jpg)
24-05-2009, 09:09pm
(24-05-2009, 09:02pm)black13 Wrote:just the regular black,the maguires wet look is next on the list(24-05-2009, 08:52pm)king 62 Wrote: i got some mr sheen today,after trying some well priced other brans,i found the mr sheen is great,i used it all over the bike. and 5 bucks a can shit thats cheap, and so quik more time 4 
born to be mild
 (05-01-2009, 01:49pm)greenb5 Wrote: I use this stuff called FW1 - its a combo cleaner with carnauba wax and it is absolutely awesome for cleaning your wheels. Forget kero, petrol etc..., just spray some of this on and wipe it off, leaving a nice shiney wheel! I always hated this part of m/cycle maintainence but this stuff is great and the wax keeps them cleaner longer. You can use it on the rest of the bike too and no water needed if its not too dirty - spray on, wait 10 seconds and buff off. They sell it via demos in petrol stations and supermarket car parks etc...they did my bros wheels and he came home with 2 cans. And no, I have nothing to do with the product.  yep, awesome stuff from the servo across the road!had my doubts when he was doing my fairing(  getting my left jab ready)and mirrors, and it come up sweet.
GenII Hunter
24-05-2009, 09:58pm
When I got the Busa a mate of mine gave me a selection of Meguires motorcycle products as a christening present. So now I am a Meguires whore - ez clean spray & rinse, soft wash gel, deep crystal wet look cleaner wax, plastic cleaner / polish, detailer mist & wipe. I think I have a better collection of products, applicators & cloths than some auto stores
 Meguires does a great job but I don't assume it to better than other products. The majority of the nice bikes I see out & about all sparkle & shine just the same. I still use dirty old smelly Kero on the chain & to get the lube off the rear wheel - can't get away from that unfortunately. As for my tips - always remove chain lube & any other greasy crap to prevent mircrofiber or terry towel cloths from being ruined. Front & rear stands make the job easier & give better access (a bike lift would be ideal). Take your time & do a good job, but don't look too hard - finding another stone chip is bound to piss you off.  Some people are like Slinkies ... not really good for anything, but you can't help smiling when you see one tumble down the stairs.
28-05-2009, 04:32pm
Ok here is a trade secret that most bike shops use. Get Dynamo 1.25 and mix it with degreaser 500ml brush on or spray all the bike. Will clean every part of the bike even your chain i use this on all my customers bikes and started using this in the 80s when i was at brian Collons Motorcycels as a kid. This is by far the best. Your bike will look new. I even use it when doing motor rebuilds to clean all the parts then blow dry off. Just give the bike a good waxing after if you like but if you have good paint there is no need to do so.
28-05-2009, 08:32pm
As in Dynamo washing machine liquid?? Interesting! Do you mix it with concentrate degreaser or pre mixed stuff?
29-05-2009, 12:19pm
Ya Dynamo washing machine liquid and concentrate degreaser
29-05-2009, 12:28pm
sounds like an interesting idea!
10-07-2009, 10:01pm
(28-05-2009, 04:32pm)jamieBezzina Wrote: Ok here is a trade secret that most bike shops use. Get Dynamo 1.25 and mix it with degreaser 500ml brush on or spray all the bike. Will clean every part of the bike even your chain i use this on all my customers bikes and started using this in the 80s when i was at brian Collons Motorcycels as a kid. This is by far the best. Your bike will look new. I even use it when doing motor rebuilds to clean all the parts then blow dry off. Just give the bike a good waxing after if you like but if you have good paint there is no need to do so. What??? No mention of fabric softener!!!!
11-07-2009, 12:36am
(22-12-2008, 07:04am)BUSGO Wrote: Use a good fine grade metal polish on chrome or stainless steel bits. Can I suggest that metal polish on chrome with craz it with fine swirls Busgo! Better of using nothing but mr Sheen on chrome - it gets about anything off withoput being an abrasive - and promotes beading of water. Look after your chrome! it costs too much to replace! Cheers Max - Bling Rules
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