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Proper Cleaning
Posted: Wed Dec 19, 2012 2:43 pm
by Shoe
I'm about to take my scooter down to the Keys and the weather is not favorable. I have a hitch-mounted carrier and it is not advisable to cover it do to chafing. OK, so it gets spray from the vehicle, but what will be the least invasive way to get the road crap off (possibly salt) off the scooter?
There's a front moving in that may last for for several States along the way. I know it will be trashed!
HELP!
Re: Proper Cleaning
Posted: Wed Dec 19, 2012 4:06 pm
by you you
Shoe wrote:I'm about to take my scooter down to the Keys and the weather is not favorable. I have a hitch-mounted carrier and it is not advisable to cover it do to chafing. OK, so it gets spray from the vehicle, but what will be the least invasive way to get the road crap off (possibly salt) off the scooter?
There's a front moving in that may last for for several States along the way. I know it will be trashed!
HELP!
Do you have cling film in North America?
Re: Proper Cleaning
Posted: Wed Dec 19, 2012 4:23 pm
by scisor34
"Salt Terminator" sold at most dealerships here in Florida, works really well.
Re: Proper Cleaning
Posted: Wed Dec 19, 2012 4:49 pm
by you you
Plant of cold clean water is good for removing salt. Then wash as normal
Re: Proper Cleaning
Posted: Wed Dec 19, 2012 5:56 pm
by Shoe
Thank You for the advise
Looks like a nasty ride! Hope I won't talk myself out out of it ! Hope she cleans up alright!
Re: Proper Cleaning
Posted: Wed Dec 19, 2012 7:09 pm
by maddiedog
Should be fine -- I rode my PCX on the beach, and it still looks like new.
There's a lot of good cleaning tips here:
http://hondapcx.org/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=823
Since this isn't a how-to walkthrough thread, mind if I move it to the general subforum?
Re: Proper Cleaning
Posted: Wed Dec 19, 2012 7:19 pm
by WhiteNoise
Shoe, why not liberally spray a rag with something easy like Pledge wax? Spread it all over the bike (except seat/floorboards/tires/). When you reach the Keys the shitey stuff should come off easier. I hate salt! The seat can be covered with plastic wrap. I would not cover the bike with a cover or plastic (shrink) wrap. Covers flap and loosen, also scratch the bike in the process. Well, I hope you Do go...the Keys are beautiful and the weather should perfect this time of year. Good luck, have fun and Happy Holiday!
Re: Proper Cleaning
Posted: Wed Dec 19, 2012 7:24 pm
by WhiteNoise
oh, dang forgot.... do the above after washing your bike first. Don't want scratches while waxing (o;!
Re: Proper Cleaning
Posted: Mon Dec 24, 2012 1:35 am
by Mitch Detailed
A local buddy of mine details professionally, and I used to as an amateur.
There's a product called opticoat. Its a permanent paint protection system that costs 60 usd to purchase, and will prevent swirls and scratches on bikes.
Here's some work from my friend eric witt.
http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/sho ... etail.html
Re: Proper Cleaning
Posted: Mon Dec 24, 2012 2:48 am
by you you
qed wrote:Plant of cold clean water is good for removing salt. Then wash as normal
Plenty not plant
