| Author | Message | ||
     M2statz |
Any got a good formula for a good bug guts remover? | ||
| Roadrailer |
A warm, damp towel draped over the affected part for a few minutes woks wonders and doesn't scratch. | ||
| Interex2050 |
I second that... | ||
| Sparky |
If you don't mind spending a few bucks ($5), any Harley dealer (thanx Latus, Googled harley glaze)has Bug Remover (94657-98) in a pump spray bottle. There is even a Starter Kit (94671-99A) with 4 small bottles -- Harley Gloss, Sun Wash, Wheel & Tire Cleaner, Bug Remover for ($10). BTW, Harley Gloss works great for keeping the XB plastic body panels shiny. | ||
| Tx05xb12s |
I use soap/warm water and follow up with a dry towel and Meguiar's Quick Detailer. This works fine and keeps my bike looking brand new. Plus by using the same stuff I use on my truck, I don't have to spend extra money to keep the bike looking good. | ||
| Spiderman |
Scrubbing Bubbles. Yes it works, But I am not sure if it takes wax off or not. I use it on my visor all the time... | ||
| Pammy |
Actually, cold water would work better on a protein based nuisance like bug guts. Hydrogen peroxide will also help loosen the little pests. They bubble right up. (Message edited by pammy on June 04, 2007) | ||
| Aesquire |
Plexus is what I use on my helmets. Works good, though I sometimes need 3 spray & wipe cycles. When you run through the Montezuma swamp between Rochester & Syracuse, at 65-70, it changes the color of your lid. I've got a bottle of the H-D bug remover, & if it's quit raining, I'll go try some. The fairing on Buttercup is nearly white, from the last ride. | ||
| Blake |
S100 Detail and Wax. | ||
| S2tbolt |
Microfiber cloth and plain water. Takes bugs off of paint, plastic and glass. No scratches. | ||
| Psyclonej |
rain. | ||
| Johnnylunchbox |
Lemon Pledge. I'm serious. | ||
| 99cyclone |
I'll second the Lemon Pledge. I've been using it for quite a while on my bike plastics and the visor on my helmet. | ||
| Etennuly |
Having been blasted with Florida "love bugs" a car wash was needed with lots of soap and soak time. When I got home I let the bike set out over night and the dew loosened up the rest that I washed off with dish soap and cold water with a hand mitt. Soaking seems to be the key to keep from scratching the surfaces. | ||
| Pammy |
Lemon Pledge BEFORE you ride is great to keep the bugs from sticking in the first place. Before a long trip I just spray it on and go. No wiping required. | ||
| Ratyson |
Lemon Pledge BEFORE you ride is great to keep the bugs from sticking in the first place. And as an added bonus, you get that lemony fresh scent!!  } I use soap (simple green)/water and denim cloth from an old pair of jeans. It works great and is soft enough not to scratch or affect the surface, but tough enough to get the guts off completely. It also works great at getting the guts out of the tiny little ribs on the forks. I do not, however, use the denim on the motor casing, as it will leave little white threads ALL OVER it do to the rough surface. (Message edited by ratyson on June 05, 2007) | ||
| Tommy_black_shark |
I like the H2O2 for getting the bugs off. I enjoy watching it digest their despicable little bodies. I started using a sample of airplane windshield polish a while back to keep the little b*stards from sticking in the first place. Works great, but I am getting to the end of the sample and will now have to buy some. | ||
| M2statz |
Thanks for all your info!! | ||
| Bevmiller |
The wet washcloth works good, but don,t scratch the plastic! A good ride in a downpour always works better!!!  | ||
| Leftcoastal |
If the bugs are those freaking 'lovebugs' they have in Florida, I recommend a NEW Marples or Stanley brand 1 inch wood chisel and a mallet of your choice. You can use an old chisel, but be sure to touch it up on a good flat sharpening stone first. For most of the other bugs that I've encountered, I use a piece of soft sponge and a little dish washing soap, and LOTS of water. AL |
