First Bike Clean.

[hindle8907]

I have had my bike for 2 months now and I have made some time to give it a good clean this weekend.

Its got nearly 3000 on the clock 2000 are what I have done.

I have only got some wax/polish so wanted some help to put a list together of what I need.


Ill start

Lint Free Cloths
Micro Fibber cloth
Rags
WD40
AFC 50
Car/Motorcycle Shampoo
Car/Motorcycle Wax
Paraffin
Chain lube.
tooth brushes

And whats the best order of cleaning ?

[the_lone_wolf]

Originally Posted by hindle8907

And whats the best order of cleaning ?

1. Hose

2. Make a cuppa, sit back and admire

[hindle8907]

lmao

[the_lone_wolf]

Spose I'd better add a proper reply too...

This is what I was told over on PH:

Procedure is what it needs, rather than a set regime each time.
First time round, it'll probably need the clay bar used, but a bit of clingfilm over the fingertips after rinsing will confirm that.
Polishing, as in removing swirls - if you want. Presumably you're referring to hand polishing as opposed to machine, in which case Autoglym SRP or Dodo Juice Lime Prime.
You'll need a good applicator, so grad a pair of the Sonus ones from ThePolishingCompany.com
While you're there, may as well get some 303 Aerospace Protectant to do the interior of the car with, wiperblades, exterior rubber trim.

I'd suggest going for a glut of Bilt Hamber products, which will keep costs moderate, and provide a good starting point.
Surfex HD for degreasing and other lighter duties at lower concentrations 3-5% and 10% are the main strengths you'll need to use it at.
Auto-clay - clay bar that uses water as the lubricant.
Auto-wash - as the name suggests, shampoo.
Auto-balm - paste based sealant (not a "wax") to protect the paintwork and chrome/stainless steel. Don't use on foot rests for very obvious reasons!

LINK

I followed the advice and it certainly gave the old trumpet a lovely finish

[yorkie_chris]

Are you selling it or something?

[SoulKiss]

1) Ride to local Hand Car Wash

2) Ask Eastern European Bloke if they do bikes

3) Ask Eastern European Bloke if they can be a bit careful with the pressure washer

4) Stand and watch someone else do the work

5) Give Eastern European Bloke £5

6) Ride off home.

[hindle8907]

lol nah just fancy giving it a good clean its a bit mucky

[Paul the 6th]

I give it a gentle spray with hosepipe and leave to soak for a minute - this softens/loosens any dried on dirt & dust, then go over it with a sponge and bucket of water with car shampoo in it. If you don't spray the bike before hand, when you apply the sponge it just drags all that dirt and crap across your paint work...

Clean all the fairings and plastics first, then give the engine casings and bits a gentle going over. When you're done, spray the bike gently to wash off all the suds... I like to dry with a leather chamois so that you don't get dried on dribbles and runs (miss paul the 6th hates it when I leave dribbles on the bike)

[hindle8907]

Originally Posted by Paul the 6th

I give it a gentle spray with hosepipe and leave to soak for a minute - this softens/loosens any dried on dirt & dust, then go over it with a sponge and bucket of water with car shampoo in it. If you don't spray the bike before hand, when you apply the sponge it just drags all that dirt and crap across your paint work...

Clean all the fairings and plastics first, then give the engine casings and bits a gentle going over. When you're done, spray the bike gently to wash off all the suds... I like to dry with a leather chamois so that you don't get dried on dribbles and runs (miss paul the 6th hates it when I leave dribbles on the bike)

then do the chain wheeles ect after this ?

[Paul the 6th]

well, I only do the chain and wheels every 6-8 weeks or so but I'd do them first and then wash the bike to get rid of any flingy bits which may have spotted off the wheels or chain

I don't bother with polish too much as I'm always worried about spoiling my plastics by using the wrong polish, bu there are dedicated plastic polishes and stuff out there