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Originally Posted by ooger
OK, so I recently got off the fence I've been on for about a month and made the choice between new and used, and have ordered my first bike, a black SV650SK7, fully faired.
I should have it in about 10 days time, and and after about 11 days I'll be in no doubt wondering how to look after it properly.
So, I'm guessing it comes with the usual "don't try pressure washing it or taking it through a car wash" user manual, but advice-wise, what do you do daily/weekly/monthly to keep yours looking shiny new (if you do?!), and more specifically, when you get it wet (which I will, its going to be my commuter), what must you make sure of when you get it back home?
Cheers
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No big need for pressure washing though can be handy for stubborn cleaning if you're careful. Don't be silly they don't do half rates for bikes in car washes
get some 'muc off' (busters-accessories do a good deal on t'net) and spray all over, then wash with usual shampoo and sponge then hose down. You can do the bike as well
Dry with a Chamois then polish with Castrol Bike Polish.
If its just a bit dusty with a few fly splats you can use Castrol Bike polish straight off, no need to wash/shampoo first - comes up a treat - top stuff me thinks.
Let it dry naturally if you're not going to wash it down. Make sure its stored in a well ventilated area.
Prepare for winter. Coat it with ACF50 (name?) again see Busters on t'net. Can also blob a bit of grease on bolt ends etc to help stop rusting. Apparently SV's are known for the odd bit of rust
IMHO
