All-weather riders: protecting your bike?

[alphonsus_imp]

Thanks for the comments gents! Interesting to see some different approaches. I'm not obsessive about cleaning and every 3-4 days is unrealistic due to time constraints. However, I do like to look after my things (especially when they are so beautiful). The ACF-50 just came through the mail, I'll apply a coat on all things metal, then plan to wash down lightly every 2-3 weeks or so (plus after really dirty/muddy rides). Hopefully this should keep her nice and shiny for a long time yet.