Cleaning products..... What to use?

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westcoastkevin

New member

• Jul 29, 2021

• #1

I do not normally get carried away with cleaning the bikes or cars.
As a consequence, I know little about the different products.

Short version:
What can I use to wipe down the bike that will not damage the windscreen or the plastic or the seats?

Thanks,
Kevin

(not trying to start a war.)

 

Omega Man

Fortis Fortuna Adiuvat

Staff member

• Jul 29, 2021

• #2

I like Plexus. You still need to get the heavy stuff off that may lead to scratches when wiped.
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lee

Debbie's Servant

• Jul 29, 2021

• #3

On our cars and bikes I use Wash Wax All for a quick detailer.
If there's some bugs it will dissolve them if you let it sit a minute before wiping off.
Of all the quick detailers I have used this is the easiest and fastest to use.

https://www.amazon.com/Waterless-Ou...ocphy=9018165&hvtargid=pla-380892713236&psc=1

It's also the cheapest quick detailer I have used.
23 cents a ounce.
https://www.amazon.com/Aero-Cosmeti...ve&sprefix=wash+wax+all,automotive,289&sr=1-4

 

bigjohnsd

'21 R1250 GS Adv

• Jul 29, 2021

• #4

This is the original "Honda Polish" https://www.denniskirk.com/original...mGP3oMvYZSLgCNhma8D21Eq06hOsCbFhoCQ0gQAvD_BwE

It works, does a good job of dissolving bugs, and reduces static hence reduces dust. Cleans and polishes without water, I use a 2 towel method, spray-on rub in with 1st microfiber towels, lightly buff with the 2nd. It will make your seat a little slick.

 

lee

Debbie's Servant

• Jul 29, 2021

• #5

bigjohnsd said:

This is the original "Honda Polish" https://www.denniskirk.com/original...mGP3oMvYZSLgCNhma8D21Eq06hOsCbFhoCQ0gQAvD_BwE


It works, does a good job of dissolving bugs, and reduces static hence reduces dust. Cleans and polishes without water, I use a 2 towel method, spray-on rub in with 1st microfiber towels, lightly buff with the 2nd. It will make your seat a little slick.

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I bought a couple cans of that because it was cheap and a lot of people seemed to like it.
I didn't like it because you had to spend too much time buffing it out.
Didn't seem much better than Pledge.

Before I found Wash Wax All I used Eagle One Wipe & Shine Detailer and before that Mequiar's Quick Detailer.

 

Last edited: Jul 30, 2021

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largestache

Member

• Jul 29, 2021

• #6

I use Motul Insect remover 103256 for removing bugs from the windshield and my helmet shield. For quick touch ups between washes and light dusting I use Meguiar's M34 Final Inspection. Get some nice microfiber cloths and only use them for your bikes paintwork and plastics.

 

skibum69

slave to gravity

• Jul 30, 2021

• #7

I buy a pretty environment friendly product called Simple Green Max that's easily found at Canadian Tire etc. I find it good for getting even heavy wheel grime off. Non toxic.

 

exgman

Active member

• Jul 30, 2021

• #8

I've had some good experience with S100 and with Plexus:

 

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junkjohn

Watch This!!!

• Jul 30, 2021

• #9

I also use the S 100 products. Their wheel cleaner works good also.

 

bigjohnsd

'21 R1250 GS Adv

• Jul 30, 2021

• #10

I use S100 or Simple Green's Aircraft Cleaner for thorough cleaning but the OP asked

What can I use to wipe down the bike that will not damage the windscreen or the plastic or the seats?

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and for that the

works great for me.

 

fmdualexhaust

Member

• Jul 30, 2021

• #11

I use Meguiars quik detailer for bugs and light dust. Works very well.

 

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EUGENE

Active member

• Jul 31, 2021

• #12

Same as ExMan does here too.