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Old 01-02-09, 08:27 PM   #31
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It does need a bit of a clean after being out today. So a total newbie question, what's the best way to wash a roadbike? Bucket and sponge? Any parts of these that need regular attention to keep them nice?

I'll be getting some paraffin and grease to sort the chain out with.

Also, comments on the colour, it was the only option for me! Looked at a blue / red cbr but just didn't do it for me!
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Old 01-02-09, 08:31 PM   #32
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wash list.
sponge,
old sponge,
shampoo,
muck off or similar,
toothbrush,
bigger brush,
furniture pollish,
various cloths,
basically the list is endless. as is the cleaning. oh and before kwak gets it in, autosol.
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Old 01-02-09, 08:33 PM   #33
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Same as the kit for cleaning the car plus the muck off then.

Should be alright, I'll get out there tomorrow night and get rid of the salt!
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Old 01-02-09, 08:36 PM   #34
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wash list.
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they say Timotei (or whatever is in your bathroom) is good for washing your bike.....apparently
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Old 01-02-09, 08:39 PM   #35
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I use some car shampoo in hot water. first, wash it down with cold water from the hose, wash with the hot water and soap, then rinse, then dry. then lub the bits that move
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Old 01-02-09, 08:45 PM   #36
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I use Autoglym bike spray, the super resin polish..for that showroom shine....tiz good stuff that.
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Old 01-02-09, 08:55 PM   #37
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I've never washed any of my bikes in my life.
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Old 01-02-09, 09:11 PM   #38
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I've never washed any of my bikes in my life.
lol you sure you ain't related to YC?
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Old 01-02-09, 09:17 PM   #39
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lol you sure you ain't related to YC?
I tell a lie, I give them a quick rub up with WD40 30minutes before sale

I doubt YC would go to such drastic lengths.
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Old 01-02-09, 09:24 PM   #40
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I tell a lie, I give them a quick rub up with WD40 30minutes before sale

I doubt YC would go to such drastic lengths.
Not on his own bike no, but I have witnessed such happenings when he's selling a bike too

Dammit, you've got me derailing, sorry st220_mike
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