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RE: Anyone wax their bike? - the Ferret - 04-14-2021
Wax? What's that?
RE: Anyone wax their bike? - GoldOxide_imp - 04-14-2021
(04-14-2021, 08:04 AM)mvk24_imp Wrote:I have definitely seen that before I think its an orange bottle/can. I am mostly looking to just do the tank also.(04-14-2021, 07:40 AM)Houtman_imp Wrote: I use the Honda spray polish , excellent product.Interesting I didnt know honda made one. I will look for it
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(04-14-2021, 07:42 AM)GoldOxide_imp Wrote: Some boring product called "NuFinish". I think I used it once every two years on the ol' CB1100, and mostly just on the fuel tank.I have definitely seen that before I think its an orange bottle/can. I am mostly looking to just do the tank also.
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You are correct.
Give it a good shake. Seems to work reliably.
RE: Anyone wax their bike? - Stichill - 04-14-2021
(04-14-2021, 08:08 AM)Houtman_imp Wrote: The Honda Spray Cleaner & Polish is the same as Original Bike Spirits Spray Cleaner & Polish , I think they make it for Honda .
I used to think that too, but after three cans of Pro Honda Spray Cleaner & Polish I can say the following about it:[ul] [li]The color is white vs. cream[/li] [li]It's much thinner and runnier[/li] [li]The propellant leaks down well before the can is empty
[/li][/ul] I've switched back to Original Bike Spirits. Night and day difference...so much better than the Pro Honda.
This stuff is amazing for bringing back faded or chalky paint. Easy on / easy off; wears like iron. My dad was a big fan starting in the '70s. We always have a bottle around here.
RE: Anyone wax their bike? - michael1954 - 04-14-2021
Only use Motul 'Wash and Wax Spray'. Easy to use, and makes your bikes look really nice.
RE: Anyone wax their bike? - Whoops - 04-14-2021
(04-14-2021, 10:17 AM)ride4now_imp Wrote: I use Meguiars products on all of my bikes and cars.
The liguid Cleaner/Wax is easily applied, and does wonders
on chrome and paint. And it lasts quite a while too.
I used it and their other products for years. Good stuff.
Another vote here for Meguiars. You also want to hit the chrome once a year in my experience to inhibit any rust from starting.
RE: Anyone wax their bike? - GoldOxide_imp - 04-14-2021
(04-14-2021, 12:52 PM)Stichill_imp Wrote:(04-14-2021, 08:08 AM)Houtman_imp Wrote: The Honda Spray Cleaner & Polish is the same as Original Bike Spirits Spray Cleaner & Polish , I think they make it for Honda .
I used to think that too, but after three cans of Pro Honda Spray Cleaner & Polish I can say the following about it:[ul] [li]The color is white vs. cream[/li] [li]It's much thinner and runnier[/li] [li]The propellant leaks down well before the can is empty
[/li][/ul] I've switched back to Original Bike Spirits. Night and day difference...so much better than the Pro Honda.
This stuff is amazing for bringing back faded or chalky paint. Easy on / easy off; wears like iron. My dad was a big fan starting in the '70s. We always have a bottle around here.
Nice endorsement. Not expensive either.
Just remember anyone to give the bottle a very good shake before applying.
Anyone wax their bike? - Mtneers - 04-14-2021
(04-14-2021, 11:58 AM)The ferret_imp Wrote: Wax? What's that?
![[Image: 973ca15e9dbb3bbf1c498f2a118f26b8.jpg]](https://cb1100forum.net/forum/uploads/imp/202104/973ca15e9dbb3bbf1c498f2a118f26b8.jpg)
Maybe the first and last time....
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(Ferret’s bike at WV rally)
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RE: Anyone wax their bike? - spechg - 04-14-2021
I've just started using Muc Off Miracle Shine and it seems to be doing the trick.
RE: Anyone wax their bike? - Tev62 - 04-14-2021
On my black Daytona which has acres of fairing and bodywork all one colour I use Autoglym Ultra Deep Shine Car Polish followed by Autoglym Extra Gloss Protection. Both very easy to apply and buff off. The results are very noticeable on this older bike.
But I find that they make zero difference to the painted tank on my 2017MY EX. The top clearcoat is still in such good condition that a wax/extra gloss product has no visual impact at all.
RE: Anyone wax their bike? - Houtman_imp - 04-14-2021
I think that Autoglym is a UK product also available in the USA . Last Sunday was the VERY first time I used a blower to dry of my bike and was very happy with the results , no water spots on any services. I will get a Metro Vac air dryer for drying my bikes and my wife's MINI. I used an electric leaf blower on my bike , worked ok but a proper blower will be easier.