2002 Gsxr 750???

xfire · 06-29-06, 02:52

So,
A client has left me his 2002 GSXR 750...how should I detail it? I've never detailed a bike before (but I've detailed many cars). He wants to sell it so it has to look nice. I have read very few threads about detailing bikes without much success. I have my PC, OHC, OC, OP, AIO, P21S, 303 Protectant, SSR 2.5, Sonus SFX 1-3, Sonus DAS spot pads, Edge 2000 PC pad set, Meg's Cleaner wax, Sonus Gloss Shampoo, Liquid Brasso (any idea how to use this product well), Orange Degreaser stuff, clay bars, and more! Basically, I just want some product suggestions and ideas/techniques on how to make it look sweet. I really would like to know how to improve the appearance of plastic significantly...AIO seems to work well on cars (and the rest of the bike as well, such as the frame). But, is there a way to polish it scratches from plastic. The bike has alot of plastic and alot of stickers. Please help. Oh, and maybe some detailing tips for a Honda Gold Wing 1800 too? Thanks!

mburnickas · 06-29-06, 02:53

I would do it by hand..that is what I do with my gsxr1100.

xfire · 06-29-06, 02:58

What do you mean by "do it by hand." Of course I'm going to wash/dry the bike by hand...but then what? Can I polish, seal, and wax?

truzoom · 06-29-06, 03:01

I would bet you could give everything a coat of AIO and it'll look great for the base work.

atticdog · 06-29-06, 03:23

clear coats seem to be thinner on bikes just something to keep in mind

mburnickas · 06-29-06, 04:02

Quote:

Originally Posted by xfire

What do you mean by "do it by hand." Of course I'm going to wash/dry the bike by hand...but then what? Can I polish, seal, and wax?

donot use a machine....and yes,yes, yes!

rjstaaf · 06-29-06, 05:29

I generally do my bikes by hand but, I have used my PC with small 4" pads with good results to remove swirls/defects. My suggestion would be to try it by hand first. I would stick to mild paint cleaners. I have been using AIO on my VFR with great results.

holland_patrick · 06-29-06, 05:44

just remember the nook's and cranies are EVERYWHERE

and yes i use a PC with out a problem

And i was able to disasable many peices to help out like mirrors and seats..

xfire · 06-29-06, 06:35

Holland_Patrick! Hope all is well with you...so, did u use the PC on the plastic parts too?

Black240SX · 06-29-06, 08:43

I've used a PC on my bike, including the plastic panels and decals. You want to be careful, of course.

Other things to note:
- don't use tire dressing
- the windshield scratches easily, so be extra careful cleaning it
- don't use anything abrasive on the fork sliders
- don't contaminate the brake rotors with anything oily
- the areas around the chain will have a film of chain lube (grease with tacking compound) on them; you'll need a solvent or degreaser to remove that.