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Jasonxb12s
Posted on Sunday, April 11, 2004 - 08:39 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I happen to be very anal when it comes to a clean car, bike, house, hands, etc. I was wondering if anyone has any good tips on cleaning engine parts on there bike. Or if there is a recommended product to use on the engine.
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Doughnut
Posted on Sunday, April 11, 2004 - 08:42 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I just bought the "Mr. Clean car wash system". It says that it is fine to use on motorcycles. I have not used it yet. Anyone with ideas on this product?
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Jasonxb12s
Posted on Sunday, April 11, 2004 - 08:46 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I've heard that this product actually works and doesn't leave spots. Something to do with the filter in the sprayer and a sheeting agent. I am interested in cleaning the engine block, oil cleaner, all mechanical parts. Any suggestions or is soapy water ok?
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Xb9grl
Posted on Sunday, April 11, 2004 - 11:17 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

So far, my husband is the best bike washing tool I've found!
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Joojoo
Posted on Sunday, April 11, 2004 - 11:29 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Jason,

My buddy ordered a great bike engine cleaner/polish that's non abrasive and should remove all films/oxidization. Ill get you the name tomorrow...

Jack
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Blackhat
Posted on Monday, April 12, 2004 - 09:03 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Simple Green undiluted onto a cool engine. Wait a minute or two and hose off........ NICE!

Blackhat
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Johnnyxb9
Posted on Monday, April 12, 2004 - 10:14 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

S100 total cycle cleaner, but dont let it dry on the bike be sure to rinse well.
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Xbduck
Posted on Tuesday, April 13, 2004 - 01:42 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Jason,

I use Liquid Performance brand spray on cleaner for a good quick clean. You can find it at some of the bike shops in N.C. You just wet your bike, spray it on, wait a few minutes and spray it off with the hose. The company is from Roanoke, VA.

liquidperformance.com
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Fst_tyms
Posted on Wednesday, April 14, 2004 - 09:02 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Try pledge and simple green. Pledge for all the plastics and set. Simple green for the rims and motor. Its cheap too. Also try using a toilet brush to clean your rims, makes it much easier to get into the nooks and crannies ; ) I also use a lot of Plexus for windscreen and plastics when I am @ work. Its easy and works really good for a quick clean.
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Prof_stack
Posted on Wednesday, April 14, 2004 - 11:55 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Washed my XB9S today and would you believe it the clouds let loose with rain...

S100 is my choice for a good stand-alone product. As noted above, rinse soon after applying/scrubbing with the sponge. I've used Simple Green in the spray bottle and it worked well but not as well as the S100.

I finish the job with a clean diaper on the easy-to-get-to places and compressed air for the rest.
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