bike polish!

[Shibadip]

Sounds like overkill

Although it seems like an Overkill, but really hats off to u for you love, and the relationship with your bike. No wonders your wife keeps nagging.
It seems your bike is getting more attention

BTW, how much time it takes to complete the whole task??

PS - I did something with ur above post in the thread started by @aargee. Hope u won't mind.

[aargee]

Since i am in the...bought this one

Can I request that we continue here - http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/universa...ng-thread.html

Most of our discussion are beyond polish & more into detailing & hence the request; would appreciate if you can request your post to be moved into the new thread. TIA

[sunilyo]

Same here; I've very very little experience with it; I've started a thread on Motorcycle detailing & awaiting for approval, let's discuss in detail there instead of carrying out the discussion in polishing thread

Yes sure.

WOW; pls...can you share what all products did you buy? It should've costed you a bomb isn't it?

Since i am in the initial stages i have not invested much but to begin with it will help me to at least keep my bike spic n span in a good way. So here is the small list of products that i will be using [both ordered / already i have in stock]:

a. Home Needs sprinkler [ordered] (Rs.295)

b. Collinite 845 [ordered] - my main waxing component (Rs.1059)

c. Turtle wax Platinum series Protective Extra gloss [bought] - To seal and protect the wax and hopefully bring out extra shine. (Rs.500)

d. Motomax dashboard polish [bought] - for polishing meter consoles, indicators and side matte plastics (Rs.99)

e. Motomax bumper black [bought] - for a deeper black front and rear mud guards (Rs.45)

f. Cyclo Engine degreaser [bought] - for cleaning the engine from tar and other kinds of sticky dirt (Rs.400 - dont exactly remember the cost)

g. 2 nos. circular foam applicators [ordered] - Rs.159 each / one each for applying the wax and protective sealant

h. 5 nos. MF cloth [ordered] - Rs.159 each / one for daily dusting / one for washing / one for drying / one for buffing the wax / one for buffing off the sealant

i. 2 nos. small hand brush [bought] Rs.49 each - one for cleaning the under belly of the engine and second one for cleaning the tires

j. 1 small bottle cleaning brush[bought] Rs.49 - for cleaning areas where normal hands cannot reach

k. 1 can of Motomax tire shine [old stock] - this one is of no use hence will be using to just finish the product and then later will go for something with a lil bit more kick

l. Amway carsh wash [500 ml bottle] [bought] - Rs.257

m. two 4 litre buckets [old stock] one for soapy water and second one for rinsing.

n. 30 feet hose [old stock]

o. 1 litre turpentine oil [Rs.60] for cleaning chain, the air filter etc.

p. SAE 90 grade oil + oil dispenser [will be used as chain lube and air filter]

q. All required tools - Allen Key set, couple T-bar spanners, a whole lot of spanners, and other required tools for opening and tightening screws

r. Digital Multimeter - for checking battery condition etc.

s. 1 paint brush [for general purpose cleaning of chains, sprockets, engines etc.]

some of the products especially the tools have been bought over a period of time.

So if anyone wants to go for the above config all at once then this should cost anywhere between 5000-6000 rs.

Sounds like overkill

When I Googled, I see all the results showing up as Tire clean; I'm sure you didn't buy that, so I'm little confused as what product you bought

So, pls try to provide me the exact link for the product that you have bought.

I have bought this one

[aargee]

I do not have any experience...my shining requirements and was happy with it

Same here; I've very very little experience with it; I've started a thread on Motorcycle detailing & awaiting for approval, let's discuss in detail there instead of carrying out the discussion in polishing thread

i will have the entire kit

WOW; pls...can you share what all products did you buy? It should've costed you a bomb isn't it?

I enjoy doing it but at the same time have to face the ire of my wife

Thankfully, my Wife understands, though she complains; these days, she's coped up not only to live with it but also happy that I live with non-human mistress

What ever i have said here...the real inspiration for us

We're all helping ourselves don't we?

I have bought the Turtle Wax Platinum Protective high-gloss for around Rs.500. It says on the pack that i can be used as a sealant over the wax

So not know if it qualifies as a sealant. As there is a huge price difference between Rs.2000 and Rs.500

When I Googled, I see all the results showing up as Tire clean; I'm sure you didn't buy that, so I'm little confused as what product you bought

So, pls try to provide me the exact link for the product that you have bought.

Which sealant did you buy? brand?

Cheap & Effective ...Bike shines like its brand new

True, but...
1. It's hard to wash away the Diesel
2. If Diesel is not removed from the bike, it acts as duster accumulating all the dust & it soon becomes pretty hard to remove them
3. So I switched to de-greasing with Petrol & WD40 these days, but thinking of buying a degreaser & give a try instead

First They Wash bike with pressure water...with Pressure Water....

Saar...we're talking about detailing; pressure wash is the easiest job & ruins any vehicle on long run

[shahbaz63]

Diesel wash is the best wash...

Cheap & Effective ...Bike shines like its brand new

Costs 60-100rs depends upon shop


First They Wash bike with pressure water
Then Clean's bike with Diesel
Then With Shampoo
Then again Wash with Pressure Water....

[sunilyo]

You're getting graduated in this isn't it Good going; hope you're enjoying as much as I do

Thank you aargee. I do not have any experience with the kind of waxing and polishing techniques that are discussed here or are normally used. Till now i also have been using the same old liquid polish with a soft cloth for my shining requirements and was happy with it.

But now hopefully by next week i will have the entire kit - wax and MF cloths and be using the proper technique of waxing and maintaining my bike. I enjoy doing it but at the same time have to face the ire of my wife .


What ever i have said here till now is all what i have read till now from this forum as well as other forums with lil bit of my experience. Knowledgeable guys like you are the real inspiration for us.

From my very little experience, I found that, a sealant does a visibly better job (noticed only after the vehicle gets dirty) than double coat waxing because of it's polymer contents. But be warned, sealants are way too expensive

It costed me as nearly 2K for a 400 ml bottle or so

I have bought the Turtle Wax Platinum Protective high-gloss for around Rs.500. It says on the pack that i can be used as a sealant over the wax. So not know if it qualifies as a sealant. As there is a huge price difference between Rs.2000 and Rs.500.

Which sealant did you buy? brand?

[aargee]

+1 to that...two is enough

You're getting graduated in this isn't it Good going; hope you're enjoying as much as I do

For added protection you can go for a second layer or maybe use a sealant.

From my very little experience, I found that, a sealant does a visibly better job (noticed only after the vehicle gets dirty) than double coat waxing because of it's polymer contents. But be warned, sealants are way too expensive

It costed me as nearly 2K for a 400 ml bottle or so

[sunilyo]

Lol!!! 99% of the ppl here think that way, you're no exception; read any good website on detailing & you'll understand that a good Polish is for RESTORING paint, while a WAX helps to keep off dirt & dust causing damage to the paint

+1 to that. Wax is what should be used to protect the vehicle from dust. they also have excellent water beading properties. Good brands like Collinite, turtle wax, Meguairs etc. have a variety of range of wax products. The main ingredient of a wax polish is Carnauba. The higher the content the longer and better the protection will be from external elements - water, dust. Though dont know if they also provide UV protection.

Also another point with using carnauba wax is that they provide long term protection hence you dont have to do it every week. Though many brands claim that they provide year long protection but i think once every month or two is enough.

For added protection you can go for a second layer or maybe use a sealant.

[aargee]

WHY SAY THAT?????? car is DAD's...than driving a Merc

Araey, you don't need polish qolish or anything on a brand new car; just wax or simply use sealants that's all & wipe away for next 6 months if you use a very good wax or sealants. If you're so skeptical, go to carzspa for once & then start cleaning yourself.

Saw the above link just a few days ago...So the interiors gets dusty quickly.

Use the above products FK108 or use sealants like Optiseal or sealants from Duragloss, though they will attract dust (obviously as the Windows are down), but will help you prevent damages.

Remember, there's no product in the world that can keep away from dust; even the best, renowned dirt repels will allow dust to settle, but prevent the base material from damage, that's all

[Shibadip]

Lol!!! 99% of the ppl here think that way, you're no exception; read any good website on detailing & you'll understand that a good Polish is for RESTORING paint, while a WAX helps to keep off dirt & dust causing damage to the paint

Hmmn, will check out.

Sorry, you seem to have too much enthu on your new car

WHY SAY THAT??????
car is DAD's car, and bike is MY bike.and i love riding as well as driving, but given a choice, i wud love to ride even a HH Splendor, than driving a Merc.

You really don't need UV protection on a dashboard; second, being a relatively new car, you really don't need dashboard polish or anything. Save your money & spend on Diesel to keep driving The dashboard simply needs a clean wipe once a week, that's all.

Before that, go through this - Dashboard Polish - Is it worth ? - Team-BHP

Saw the above link just a few days ago, thus my intention to go for UV protective dashboard polish. And i need it because DAD likes to travel with out the Ac, and opening the windows, even on the dusty city traffic. So the interiors gets dusty quickly.

[aargee]

Reason - Polishing makes the surface slippery, and the dust doesn't settle on. and even if it does, just a simple wipe will take all that away

Lol!!! 99% of the ppl here think that way, you're no exception; read any good website on detailing & you'll understand that a good Polish is for RESTORING paint, while a WAX helps to keep off dirt & dust causing damage to the paint

Am looking for a good dashboard...CAn u suggest a good one please...

Sorry, you seem to have too much enthu on your new car You really don't need UV protection on a dashboard; second, being a relatively new car, you really don't need dashboard polish or anything. Save your money & spend on Diesel to keep driving The dashboard simply needs a clean wipe once a week, that's all.

Before that, go through this - Dashboard Polish - Is it worth ? - Team-BHP

If you still insist, you'll only need dashboard wax, cleaner or sealant. Use ONR in QD spec & wipe the dashboard, that should take care.

If you're adamant, then get this - 108 Top Kote Tire Dressing offered by Finish Kare Mold Release

[Shibadip]

Like I said before, polish is required ONLY to remove dullness; one really doesn't need to polish a new vehicle as there will be no dullness or imperfections (not to the extent of Benz/Audi); Google for polishing new car or how polishing works, you'll be surprised to read some genuine comments.


Sealant...may be

Or something specific like - MeguiarsDirect.com:PlastX Clear Plastic Cleaner & Polish PlastX Clear Plastic Cleaner & Polish

Since most plastics on my CBR's are black & are relatively new, I really don't find any need for any such needs; may be I use Forever Black or something in future

Thanks for the link.

Well abt me, I like to maintain my bike to absolute "Chikna" condition
And I applied Waxpol the 2nd day i bought my NS home. Reason - Polishing makes the surface slippery, and the dust doesn't settle on. and even if it does, just a simple wipe will take all that away.

Am looking for a good dashboard polish for the matt bkacl plastic parts. Got to use it on my XUV5oo as well. So it have to give UV protection as well. CAn u suggest a good one please...

[aargee]

three most common are knowledge, time and money

Knowledge is the ONLY factor that keeps us away; time & passion can cater to a certain extent. But again, if there's WILL there's way, but that applies mostly for people who're passionate.

Looking at the list of things available in the market for just maintaining a simple vehicle itself is breathtaking

Well, that's the same case with every product in the market starting from Newspaper to Computers isn't it?

Take the case of Grit Guard, it serves a very important purpose but not many of us know

Right; that's why I said, lack of knowledge leads everything else

[sunilyo]

Rs 995 from bringingthebest

Thanks aargee. I also got the same quote this morning from sanjay.

But many of us really do not know the correct process of cleaning and maintaining. Many reasons for that out of which the three most common are knowledge, time and money.

Looking at the list of things available in the market for just maintaining a simple vehicle itself is breathtaking.

For eg. Take the case of Grit Guard, it serves a very important purpose but not many of us know.

Though for me it is a pretty expensive thing but now i know the purpose and will make DIY grit guard for myself.

[aargee]

any idea how much the Grit guard cost

Rs 995 from bringingthebest