Cleaning material

[timboellis]

Just got a new to me biek that is mint / clean so trying to keep it that way , I read before some chappies swore by some spray on stuff to coat the biek with , what is this and worth doing it

[johnsmith222]

It's ACF50.

It's only really worth doing on chrome and also before winter. I wouldn't bother otherwise.

[timboellis]

Ahh right thanks so just before winter then, will take a note of that

[johnsmith222]

[Scotsman37]

Well, in regards to keeping it clean and maintained you could find what you need for most things via Opie Oils and if you register with them you get a discount for being registered member of BikeChatForum. They also have regular promotions sent via e-mail.

https://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-933-motorcycle-care-and-cleaning.aspx

[Jim Mc]

After googling on bike cleaning, I came across some videos on Youtube that are pretty good, they basically use:

* WD-40 or similar all over the bike.
* A soft brush like the kind which comes with a bottle of "Wonder Wheels" to apply the WD-40, a small soft paintbrush is probably a good alternative.
* Powerwasher to blow the thick off then.
* Wash and Wax applied with woolen mitten/sponge.
* Powerwasher to spray clean.
* Microfibre cloths to dry and shine.

Finally regrease chain, and spray your ACF-50 & Silicone to protect and lubricate essential areas.

I personally bought Turtlewax and microfibres from Costco as they're doing a bulk 25L turtlewax and 36 microfibre cloths, think it came to less than £30 and will keep me going for ages.

Done this a few times now with awesome showroom results.

Edit:

Here it is: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HREqf4wIukA

[Scotsman37]

Jim Mc - Does Costco UK sell the Kirkland brand of clothing & food stuff?

[Jim Mc]

Not sure to be honest I only go there once in a blue moon, pretty good for car stuff and was there recently for the above.

If by clothing you mean motorcycle related, then the only thing I've seen are thermal base layers, but this was a while ago and I couldn't comment on which brand they were. Will have a look for you next time I'm in.

[Scotsman37]