Reviewing and comparing motorcycle cleaners, polishes and wax products is an extremely difficult task. Let’s face it: wash your bike and spray on just about any ol’ wax or polish, and it’s going to look good! The same goes for metal cleaners, plastic cleaners and polishes and similar products. Using wax helps to protect the bodywork and other components from UV damage, dust, debris, and everything else outside. This can extend the lifespan of the components on your bike and makes for a better outdoor motorcycle storage solution. Protects the Paint

The Sonax Nano Wax is relatively new on the market and I just used it for the first time. It made sense to me that the micro fine wax particles would get into the “pores” of my paint. I’ll have to wait and see how this wax holds up. I can say that the shine is great. The Chemical Guys Heavy Metal Polish is our next recommendation if you’re looking for a high-quality motorcycle chrome polish. This one is highly effective at cleaning and restoring all metal surfaces to provide a shiny and attractive appearance. A good motorcycle wax or polish provides a protective layer to the body work and other parts on your bike. This protects the paint and any other exposed components from harmful UV and water damage.Before starting to polish put on a pair of safety goggles. When you’re just getting started, start with the aluminum parts, since they take a lot longer.

The majority of motorcyclists are looking for one product that will clean all of their bike, so that’s what I’m testing for here. This weights the test against products like wheel cleaners, but where I had motorcycle-specific ones to test I’ve kept them in, but do be aware of the potential some could have to damage items like screens. Read the instructions! When it comes to wax there are three that I use. If I want the best shine, I’ve found none better than P21S Concours Carnauba Wax . It’s a little hard to work with in that if left on too long, it’s a pain to remove; so do one section at a time; i.e. the tank, then a fender, etc. The shine is fantastic. But, it won’t last.

No sponges and the 'Two Bucket Rule'

Since motorcycles are made up of different materials with different properties, what’s cleans one part well could be harmful to another. If you’re shopping for a one-size-fits-all motorcycle cleaner, make sure that it has been formulated to clean every part of your bike without causing any damage. Prices are shown per litre, with any dilution taken into account. PH values are tested, not claimed. The ingredients have been specifically formulated to remove oxidation, stains, and tarnish. After removing these unwanted effects, what’s left is a brand new look with a brilliant shine. Having the right bike wash, care kit, and motorcycle cleaner is only half of the battle. You’re going to need something to apply those products with, and some more heavy-duty equipment to help remove the really stubborn dirt. Take your Meguiars Hot Rims wheel cleaner, set the nozzle to spread the spray and give your pre-rinsed wheels a good coating with the wheel cleaner. It really is fantastic stuff and is safe for bare metal, alloys, lacquer, powder-coated and painted wheels.

Choosing the best motorcycle wax and polish is important for maintaining the appearance and protecting the paint and finish of your motorcycle. I don’t know about you, but I get a deep sense of satisfaction after I’ve given my bike a long-overdue clean. Restoring my pride and joy from a hanging mess to a pristine shiny bike is quite an addictive process.They’re also the only wipes I’d be confident using on a visor as they proved safe on polycarbonate and acrylic, but the best way to get flies off, I think, is to soak them with a paper towel then let them float off. That’s what I do on my bike screen too. All the products made light work of the S100 White Chain Lube that was applied to the sample sheets; this is clearly an easy lube to remove from your wheels. Note also we now have a few ties, with products scoring equally in the Polish, Swirl and the Spider Web (scratch) remover category. This is a good thing and it shows that the competition is catching up to our favorites! None of the cleaners I test here will instantly ruin your bike, but it’s important to understand that some have the potential to cause harm, which is why we have the selection of recommended products above. As reactions between the materials and chemicals were, in some cases, immediately visible, I believe it’s worth considering.

Some anions – like chloride – can pit metals, while others – like chromate –protect metals but damage the environment. Others – like ‘anionic surfactants’– will degrease metals. And there’s a crazy world in between. We’ve often used a can of synthetic, spray wax when we know our bike is going to get filthy and we want a short-lived but effective barrier to make cleaning easier later on.

motorcycle maintenance guides

of Comma lith-moly grease (bought from Halfords with my 10% discount through Bennetts Rewards), thinned down with 200ml of white spirit and mixed with 1kg of fine sand You may have heard of Muc-Off for their mountain bike cleaning kits, but the brand also makes extremely well-respected motorcycle cleaner products. Alkaline products tend to be used in cleaners as they’re effective on oil and grease; acids tend to be more effective on mineral deposits and rust. The PH value of a product indicates acidity (0 to 6) neutral (7) and alkalinity (8 to 14). You can have a very strong acid (0 is the strongest), or a very strong alkali (14) that’s diluted, but they will maintain their PH regardless of how concentrated they are. Cleaning your motorcycle is an important part of your maintenance routine. Roads are often coated with harmful chemicals and grease that can migrate onto your motorcycle and cause lasting damage if not cleaned properly. Dirt build-ups can also lead to rust and corrosion and damage to your seals, gaskets, and paint. That’s why washing your bike regularly is essential to keep it in good condition.