what precautions to take while washing my motorbike?

Question

BIG thanks for all the previous responses.One more concern,which all parts of my motorbike should i cover prior to washing it.Any Diagrams would certainly help.

Answer 1

I never use a hose or bucket, I use Windex or soapy water in a spray bottle and towels.
I also use auto wax, chrome polish and for the polished aluminum, Semi chrome or Flitz.
I have never liked the idea of water getting into and sitting in places I can't reach.
Now granted, my bikes may be a lot different than yours,I have some pretty custom bikes with lots of chrome ( even the frames are plated) so I don't want rusty chrome or water on the hidden wiring etc.

Answer 2

You want to cover up the area where you put gas in so water doesn't seep through the crack into the tank.

Also you don't want to spray high pressure onto a bike but rather a misting of sorts.

For example, the stall car washes have a strong spray but they also have a very light spray. On most stall car washes (the ones you put coins in to wash cars) they have a dial you turn the wash to called "Spot free rinse".

I have found this is a very light mist and you can use that to wash the bike and also rinse it.

Answer 3

Tape a plastic bag over the ends of the mufflers to prevent water from getting in.
They sell rubber end plugs for 2 stroke dirt bikes specifically for that application.
Might be a good idea to lube & grease all moving parts to keep the water off.
Lube & grease again after the bike is dry - especially the chain.

Answer 4

If you are using a jetwash avoid spraying directly at any bearings as you could blow the grease out, you can buy bungs that sit in the opening of your endcan. Washing-up liquid contains a lot of salt and can contribute to rust.

Answer 5

The electrical connectors are mostly well covered. If you get water into them, then dry 'em off.
After washing and drying, ride it around so the rest of the water will evaporate in the wind.

Answer 6

Always use LOW pressure water to pre rinse the bike before hand washing and again while rinsing..

Answer 7

You should cover the end of the exaust pipe so water can' get in the exaust. I would take the chain of the sprockets to make sure not to get water trapped in it and cause internal rust. Make sure not to spray water on the air filter.

Answer 8

This might seem like a simple one, but dont armorall your tires!!!!!!! There are way to many jackholes out there who do this on there first washing and it comes back to bight you hard!!!!!

Answer 9

if u r giving a thorough water wash , the petrol tank shd be emptied. The silencer needs to be checked for any blockage.

Answer 10

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