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Originally Posted by RogueM3
I have been a long time detailer, but never had the chance to tackle a motorcycle. My first bike detail will actually be on my new bike. 
Its a '01 Honda F4i and definitely needs some claying and a good polish. My main question relates to getting water on or near the chain. Im going to be doing an ONR wash most likely followed by some claying and then some SIP, IP, Jeff Werkstatt. Should I be avoiding the chain with the ONR (I do want to get the swing arm as there is some chain grease stuck on there)??
Just curious what you guys do and if there are any tips for a 1st time Moto detailer?
Thanks! |
I use ONR to wash the bike and it will not touch chain lube. The best degreaser you can get is kerosene. Use it first on panels, swingarm etc to get chain lube off. Then wash the bike, it will save you lots of time. Also keep away ONR and water from chain. You don't want it to rust.
After you are done with detailing the bike, block off the chain with used newspapers and use O-ring safe chain cleaner or kerosene to clean the chain and rear sprocket. I use a soft toothbrush to help me get it clean. Let the chain air dry for 15min and apply light coat of chain lube. I use Motul Chain Clean and Motul Factory Line Chain Lube, since I track my bike and it also has whitish/bright look to it, everyone comments and asks me if my chain is brand new. Let it dry for 30-60min and you are good to go.
I use IP, FP and
Souveran on my red daytona 675.