[bpe]

What brand polish does everyone like?

I have only tried a few. I think Kawasaki was one of them. Then some brand I can't think of that I got at Cycle Gear. The polish I'm sold on is Honda. They all clean alright, but the Honda brand doesn't streak like the others do.

 

[Tinsnips]

I had a great selection of lotions and potions for all things road worthy. I have tried expensive waxes and used special rags but some of the best results I have had have been with a stolen can of my wife's Lemon Pledge. It is a great finishing polish right after a full wash. I also keep a rag sprayed with it in my solo cowl and a quick buff when I park the bike removes the dust and any water spots.

 

[Boog]

I had a great selection of lotions and potions for all things road worthy. I have tried expensive waxes and used special rags but some of the best results I have had have been with a stolen can of my wife's Lemon Pledge. It is a great finishing polish right after a full wash. I also keep a rag sprayed with it in my solo cowl and a quick buff when I park the bike removes the dust and any water spots.

I have not tried that yet. However, the guys on the Rocket III forum swear by it as well.

 

[bpe]

I can't wash my EX in the conventional way. It runs fine in the rain, but if you take a hose to it all heck breaks loose.

 

[Boog]

I can't wash my EX in the conventional way. It runs fine in the rain, but if you take a hose to it all heck breaks loose.

That is true with the one my youngest son has as well.

 

[AlanRides]

I also use the Lemon Pledge to clean my windshield. I tried the Target store brand version and while it works ok, the name brand Pledge does work better/easier/faster with less second coats needed.

@lesblank let me use some of this for my windshield and it also works well. More expensive than the Pledge, but you also use less of it, so it's probably a "wash" on the cost......(sorry, bad pun).

I have used this for cleaning the metal/plastic/seats/etc.parts of the bike from little touch up jobs to cleaning the whole bike with good results. Not good for heavy, caked on mud and dirt, but removes road grime/film, bugs and wet road yuk well. And since it's "Racing Formula" and "High Performance" I'm sure your bike will run better by just wiping it on.......or not.

 

[1BigDog]

I love Chemical Guys products. I just started using their Hydro Ceramic quick detailer and that stuff is fantastic.

 

[Tinsnips]

@AlanRides I also use the Mother’s Instant Detailer. Fantastic stuff. If there isn’t regular car wax already on the paint I use Pledge. If there is wax I use the Mother’s.

Actually, Mother’s paste wax is very good too.

 

[ndncowboy]

I’ve been using Lucas SlickMist with very good results.