Washing your motorcycle – the right way!
These tips will help you wash your bike gently and properly
Washing a motorcycle isn’t rocket science. Yet following a few simple rules can save time, protect materials, and benefit the environment.
- Never wash your bike while the engine is still hot. This can result in:
- Burn injuries from touching hot parts
- Damage to hot components due to material stress when suddenly cooled by cold water
- Cleaner residue on hot paint, engine or exhaust, which may be difficult or impossible to remove
Don’t wash your bike in direct sunlight. Especially hard water leaves stains. Rainwater is ideal for washing.
- If possible, wash your motorcycle at a wash bay with an oil separator – many self-service wash stations are equipped with this, preventing oil from entering the environment. After washing, paint and plastic care can be done at home on a clean bike.
- Always wash from top to bottom. This allows dirt to run off downward, loosening further grime below. It’s especially gentle on paintwork.
- Using a steam or pressure washer? Be sure not to aim the high-pressure jet at:
- wheel bearings
- switches or other electronic components
- control units and sensors
- the TFT display or instruments
- handlebar controls, cables, or delicate connectors
when cleaning.
- Always follow the instructions on the cleaning product. Overdosing won’t improve performance and is bad for the environment and your wallet.
- If your motorcycle has a chain, lubricate it after washing. Be careful not to spray chain lube onto the tyre’s tread or rear brake disc (risk of slipping or accidents!).
- Dry the motorcycle using a soft cloth. Microfibre cloths are ideal.
- Protect paintwork and plastic surfaces with suitable cleaning and care products.
Enjoy motorcycling, we wish you a safe and enjoyable ride at all times!
Yours
#TeamWonderful
