10-14-2015, 12:35 AM
Hello gents,
I just picked up my new (to me, with 7k kms on the clock) '13 CB11 last week. The bike is in showroom condition apart from some discolouration spots on the header pipes, and I hope to keep it looking like that. I am an all year rider, I ride every day if it's above freezing, rain or shine. My previous bikes had no chrome, and engine was coated black (water cooled). I'm slightly worried about potential corrosion of the chrome and exposed metal parts, especially around the engine covers and fins. I've read through the threads about some members' corrosion issues, read about recommendations for ACF-50 (which I just ordered), however I'd still like to hear from some all-weather riders here on what you do:
- do you use any protective coats (like ACF-50) for metal/chrome parts?
- do you blow dry your bike after rainy rides or just let it dry by itself?
- any ways to protect the stunning red paintjob of the tank?
- do you take any other precautions / protective measures?
- how often do you clean the bike through the winter?
I'm also curious to hear if you don't do any of the above, and what results you've had. For info: both at home and at work my bike is under a roof, but exposed to outside temperatures.
Thanks in advance for any comments!
I just picked up my new (to me, with 7k kms on the clock) '13 CB11 last week. The bike is in showroom condition apart from some discolouration spots on the header pipes, and I hope to keep it looking like that. I am an all year rider, I ride every day if it's above freezing, rain or shine. My previous bikes had no chrome, and engine was coated black (water cooled). I'm slightly worried about potential corrosion of the chrome and exposed metal parts, especially around the engine covers and fins. I've read through the threads about some members' corrosion issues, read about recommendations for ACF-50 (which I just ordered), however I'd still like to hear from some all-weather riders here on what you do:
- do you use any protective coats (like ACF-50) for metal/chrome parts?
- do you blow dry your bike after rainy rides or just let it dry by itself?
- any ways to protect the stunning red paintjob of the tank?
- do you take any other precautions / protective measures?
- how often do you clean the bike through the winter?
I'm also curious to hear if you don't do any of the above, and what results you've had. For info: both at home and at work my bike is under a roof, but exposed to outside temperatures.
Thanks in advance for any comments!