24-07-13, 04:35 PM
I'm currently using Muc-Off products to clean mine as I get a good discount on them. Nano Tech cleaner for engine & chassis, after using their Degreaser on swing arm, wheels and other heavily soiled areas. I don't use the cleaner for paintwork, but just clean hot water, a chammy leather to wipe down, then just good ol' Mr. Sheene to polish. Dedicated polishes are better, but I can't be arsed at the moment. I also have a multi-brush set from Muc-Off, 6 different brushes to help get into all those awkward places. Very soft absorbent cloths for paintwork. I also use the degreaser on the chain with a medium brush, rinse off thoroughly with the hose (cold water), run an old rag around it, then lube well. Chrome, ally and stainless, just Autosol, which will tidy up the finer scratches. You can spend an absolute fortune on cleaning kit, but with a few basics you can do a surprisingly good job. Footrest pivots etc are then treated to a little WD40. Tyres and brake calipers/discs are thoroughly hosed off after degreasing to get rid of any overspray. And I hate doing it all, cos it gives me chronic back-ache!