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Clean and care for your motorcycle correctly

#Motorbike

Regular cleaning of the vehicle is just as much a part of motorcycling as cornering is. Because, as we all know, a well maintained motorcycle is a better ride. With our products and application tips, we help you to keep your motorcycle in optimum condition.

If you ride your motorcycle regularly, the topic of motorcycle care is unavoidable. Whether on the chain, on the surface of the paintwork or in other places, sooner or later, dirt particles get stuck on every motorcycle.

Regular cleaning keeps the vehicle in good shape and prevents loss of value. If you clean regularly and in good time, you can detect defects such as corrosion at an early stage. But our motorbike products are there to help you avoid hours of scrubbing. With our step-by-step instructions, we show you how to clean your motorcycle easily and effectively and take care of it for the long term.

Info: what to consider when cleaning a motorcycle

For the sake of the environment, you should clean your motorcycle in an official wash box. The reason: in addition to oil separators, they usually also have collection devices for coarse dirt and a special waste water disposal system.

Care should also be taken when using high-pressure cleaners. The pressure allows the water to get into even the smallest cracks in the motorcycle and flush out grease. Anyone who nevertheless uses a high-pressure cleaner to clean their two-wheeler should keep a sufficient distance and be particularly careful. Areas such as wheel hubs, lever joints or oil and water coolers should be avoided. The recommendation is to clean these components gently by hand.

1. Pretreatment of the motorcycle chain

Motorbike Chain and Brake Cleaner

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Cleaning the chain and brakes correctly

The chain is one of the central components of a motorcycle. It must be able to withstand heavy loads when driving. Therefore, suitable lubrication is required on the one hand and correct cleaning on the other. Brakes should also be thoroughly cleaned and freed from dirt and grease films.

Our Motorbike Chain and Brake Cleaner can do this. It ensures quick and easy cleaning and degreasing of components around the wheels. These include, for example, drum and disk brake systems, their brake linings and detachable parts as well as brake calipers. The cleaning agent is also suitable for chains on two-wheelers and quads. It eliminates oily and greasy dirt. The cleaner also dissolves resin and tar-like residues.

Completely chlorine free
Leaves no residues
Checked and deposit-free evaporation
Minimal surface tension
High substance share
Optimum penetration properties
Optimizes cost-effective application

How do I use the Motorbike Chain and Brake Cleaner?

Place a cardboard box under the parts to be cleaned to prevent greasy dirt leaving residues on the floor.
Then spray the dirty chain with the Motorbike Chain and Brake Cleaner and allow it to run off.
After the solvents have evaporated, the chain will be free of grease and clean. This will take about ten minutes.

Note: If the product is being used on painted brake calipers and components as well as plastics, it should be checked for material compatibility in concealed areas before use.

2. Removing dirt from bodywork and gently cleaning rims

Motorbike Cleaner

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Motorbike Cleaner

Biodegradable
High washing and cleaning effect
Short exposure time
Tackles dirt, oil and grease residues
Quick and effective cleaning
Environmentally friendly

Rim Cleaner

Effectively clean motorcycle rims

The rims are a special part of cleaning the motorcycle. Experience has shown that many bike riders attach great importance to this. Scratch-free and shiny clean: this is what they should look like. It’s good that our rim cleaner is available for this.

It can be used to clean aluminum and steel rims intensively and gently at the same time. The product effortlessly removes brake abrasion and other dirt. The rim cleaner reduces stubborn new dirt and ensures a radiant shine and a long service life for the rims when used regularly. The product is pH-neutral and suitable for all types of rims. Caution: do not use on repainted rims.

Exceptional cleaning effect
Cleans gently
Very high wetting effect
suitable for aluminum and steel rims

How do I use the rim cleaner correctly?

Spray evenly onto the dirty rims. Note for the 1 l spray bottle: When the trigger is pressed quickly, a wide and flat spray pattern is created, and when the trigger is pressed slowly, a spot spray pattern is created.
Leave on for 5-7 minutes, depending on the degree of soiling, but do not allow to dry. For extremely stubborn stains, clean with a sponge or brush.
The cleaning process can be visually checked by changing the color and is optimal when the purple color is complete.
Rinse the rims thoroughly with a high-pressure cleaner.

Note: Do not use on hot rims or in direct sunlight. For sensitive surfaces, check material compatibility in an inconspicuous place before use.

Info: Drying the motorcycle properly after cleaning

After cleaning, dry your motorcycle thoroughly. The reason: when you wash your machine, moisture may get into small crevices or other sensitive areas. In a worst case scenario, this can encourage the formation of rust. Moisture in hard-to-reach areas can be removed using the air pressure of a compressor, for example. But leathering off is also an important step in drying. Use a leather-like cloth or a soft microfiber cloth to soak up the water and dry the motorcycle without leaving streaks.

3. Long-term sealing of body parts

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More shine for your chrome parts

It’s not just the paintwork that needs to be sealed after a thorough cleaning of the motorcycle. Chrome parts on the bodywork must also be considered.

Our chrome gloss cream cleans, maintains and removes blind spots and rust on all chrome parts of cars, commercial vehicles, motorcycles and bicycles. It maintains the original shine and preserves the effect over a longer period of time thanks to a protective film.

Forms an adhesive protective film
Creates a very good gloss effect
Excellent corrosion protection

How do I use the chrome gloss cream?

Shake well before use.
Then rub the chrome gloss care product onto the corresponding parts with a microfiber cloth using light pressure.
Allow to dry slightly and polish with a dry area of the microfibre cloth.
For stubborn dirt, repeat the process until the desired result is achieved.

Note: Do not use on hot surfaces or on chrome-plated parts!

4. Lubricate moving parts

Motorbike Multispray

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Lubricate motorcycle parts and keep them running smoothly at all times

After cleaning the motorcycle and sealing important components, make sure that moving parts are well lubricated and remain smooth. Motorbike Multi-spray is suitable for this.

It is our all-rounder for motorcycles. It lubricates, tackles rust, protects and cares for your motorbike all in one. In addition, the spray keeps moving parts, such as Bowden cables, permanently smooth. The product can also be used to tackle screws that are rusted shut. It also protects the entire electrical system, prevents squeaking noises, protects against corrosion, cares for rubber parts and has excellent penetration properties.

Does not attack plastics, paints, metals or wood
Removes rust and dirt
Lubricates and maintains
Silicone-free
Minimizes moisture

How do I use Motorbike Multi-spray?

Simply spray the product from the aerosol can onto the relevant areas and you’re done.
Thanks to its excellent penetrating properties, the spray reaches hard-to-reach areas.
Residues on surrounding areas can then be easily removed with a cloth.

5. Lubricate motorcycle chain and protect against corrosion

Finally, the previously cleaned chain should be sprayed again with one of our Motorbike chain sprays.

Better lubrication

The chain of a motorcycle is exposed to high loads and friction as it is constantly in motion. The lubricants contained in the chain spray reduce the friction. This increases the service life and efficiency of the entire drive system.

Reduced noise levels

In addition, a dry chain can produce annoying squeaking and rattling noises. The chain spray ensures the chain runs quietly and smoothly. This contributes to a pleasant driving experience.

Corrosion protection

In addition, motorcycles are exposed to various weather conditions, including moisture and dirt. Our chain sprays form a protective layer on the chain, protecting it from corrosion and rust. With its excellent penetration properties, even hard-to-reach areas such as bushings are optimally protected.