Waxes / Polishes

Snake · May 20th, 2009, 09:14 AM

What brand of wax / polish do you use? I have been using Turtle Wax for years but now I see all these new brands and types.
Also, do you use natural wax or synthetic?

CC Cowboy · May 20th, 2009, 09:30 AM

Mothers

Snake · May 20th, 2009, 09:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CC Cowboy

Mothers

Natural or synthetic?

CC Cowboy · May 20th, 2009, 09:39 AM

Must be natural (Carauba).

A few years ago Kawasaki was giving some away at bike week. It is called KawaChem Premium Paint Polish and Sealant (added teflon protection). I don't have much left but it was great.

Rick, I figured you would use "Snake Oil" (pun on user name).

BlueRaven · May 20th, 2009, 10:04 AM

I was in the detailing business a few years back and always used Mother's like cc i suspect its natural

backinthesaddleagain · May 20th, 2009, 10:05 AM

some people like the honda spray polish - i have never used it though

Snake · May 20th, 2009, 10:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CC Cowboy

Must be natural (Carauba).

A few years ago Kawasaki was giving some away at bike week. It is called KawaChem Premium Paint Polish and Sealant (added teflon protection). I don't have much left but it was great.

Rick, I figured you would use "Snake Oil" (pun on user name).

I use my "Snake Oil" for other purposes. lol

kkim · May 20th, 2009, 11:00 AM

I use this... synthetic, leaves no white residue, easy to apply/ remove and leaves a slick, high gloss finish when done.

IlBLisSlI · May 20th, 2009, 11:13 AM

picked that up at my local shop but you can find it pretty much anywhere bikes are sold or online at places like newenough

BlueRaven · May 20th, 2009, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Snake

I use my "Snake Oil" for other purposes. lol

bogdanb · May 20th, 2009, 12:21 PM

I got some Turtle wax, previously used on my Suzuki ( car ). Is it good enough for the bike? What is the difference between natural and synthetic wax? May be it depends how old the paint is ?

capt_bugaloo · May 20th, 2009, 12:26 PM

For many years I've used good old spray can "furniture polish", such as Pledge. I don't spray it directly on the bike, but rather spray it on a clean rag and use the rag to wipe down the bike.

It works great! And it's cheap too...

Snake · May 20th, 2009, 12:34 PM

Wow that's a new one on me. Never heard of that.

beowuff · May 20th, 2009, 01:31 PM

I've been using Turtle Wax ICE. Seems to work good. No residue. Can be applied in the direct sun. JUST DON"T WAX THE SEAT! :P

http://www.turtlewax.com/main.taf?p=2,1,1,1

Snake · May 20th, 2009, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by beowuff

I've been using Turtle Wax ICE. Seems to work good. No residue. Can be applied in the direct sun. JUST DON"T WAX THE SEAT! :P

http://www.turtlewax.com/main.taf?p=2,1,1,1

LOL I made the mistake of putting Armor All on my seat a long time ago. Took a month for my but to stop sliding.

Tintkng · May 20th, 2009, 01:46 PM

^ lol +1

beowuff · May 20th, 2009, 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Snake

LOL I made the mistake of putting Armor All on my seat a long time ago. Took a month for my but to stop sliding.

Yeah, first time I waxed the bike, I had to wear a cup for about 2 months... That ICE stuff is SLICK! Made cornering easier though. Less friction when switching sides of the bike I was leaning off of...

CC Cowboy · May 20th, 2009, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by beowuff

Yeah, first time I waxed the bike, I had to wear a cup for about 2 months... ...

Was that a sippy cup? Always wax your nuts and not the seat.

DerTeufel · May 20th, 2009, 03:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by capt_bugaloo

For many years I've used good old spray can "furniture polish", such as Pledge. I don't spray it directly on the bike, but rather spray it on a clean rag and use the rag to wipe down the bike.

It works great! And it's cheap too...

I do the same thing. It gives it a nice wet look polish to the shiny bits.

capt_bugaloo · May 20th, 2009, 03:10 PM

I first read about furniture polish back in the mid-1990s on rec.motorcycles
At first I thought "c'mon", but it really does work well. It gives a nice shine to the bodywork too. I've usually owned a bike for an average of four years, and none of them ever showed any problems with using Pledge or whatever.

kkim · May 20th, 2009, 03:13 PM

used to use spray pledge to wax the dorm floors in the military when "surprise" inspections would pop up. works great to shine floors, too, but it makes them really slippery.

Snake · May 20th, 2009, 03:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CC Cowboy

Was that a sippy cup? Always wax your nuts and not the seat.

You crack me up. This site would be no fun without you and your witty humor.

DerTeufel · May 20th, 2009, 04:05 PM

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Originally Posted by kkim

used to use spray pledge to wax the dorm floors in the military when "surprise" inspections would pop up. works great to shine floors, too, but it makes them really slippery.

I still use that trick to polish the floors at home..my wife doesn't like the slippery floors, but they look sweet.

DirtyBoy · May 20th, 2009, 06:16 PM

I use Meguiars motorcycle liquid wax which I believe is synthetic. It works OK considering how easy it is to use. I may start using Zaino when my bottle runs out but i'm not sure I want to spend that much time waxing. From what i've seen it is worth it though.

Sailariel · May 20th, 2009, 06:26 PM

I use Nu Car finish that comes in the orange bottle. It does a great job. The Pledge routine is used on most of the bicycles I know. It is very effective and there is no buildup. Just don`t use Lemon Pledge because when that interacts with the sun, it will fade your paint.

Snake · May 20th, 2009, 06:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sailariel

I use Nu Car finish that comes in the orange bottle. It does a great job. The Pledge routine is used on most of the bicycles I know. It is very effective and there is no buildup. Just don`t use Lemon Pledge because when that interacts with the sun, it will fade your paint.

Does it realy last a year as advertised?

addy126 · May 20th, 2009, 08:56 PM

I've used "Pig Snot Super Cleaner" which worked out pretty good. But a warning about non-coated aluminum use turned me to the S100 Cleaner, Suzuki SP-5A motorcycle wash, and for polishing "Next Dimension Original Spray Cleaner and Polish" which gives it that dealer showroom shine

Also sparingly use the polish for my helmets to bring back that fresh and glossy shine! Use Meguiers plastic polish for windshield and headlight cover.

komohana · May 20th, 2009, 09:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by capt_bugaloo

For many years I've used good old spray can "furniture polish", such as Pledge. I don't spray it directly on the bike, but rather spray it on a clean rag and use the rag to wipe down the bike.

It works great! And it's cheap too...

same here bruce. have used pledge for years, but recently found this other furniture polish at Ace Hardware called Quality Care, and there's something in this one that out-shines Pledge.
of course, i'm sure to always have a turtle wax coat below the furniture polish 'touch ups' due to the fact that the f/p alone won't last through a good rain day ride.

ninjabrewer · May 20th, 2009, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by kkim

used to use spray pledge to wax the dorm floors in the military when "surprise" inspections would pop up. works great to shine floors, too, but it makes them really slippery.

I used to that also, funny as hell when my neighbor walked in wearing socks, caught himself on the fridge and the sink.

nb

backinthesaddleagain · May 21st, 2009, 01:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by capt_bugaloo

I first read about furniture polish back in the mid-1990s on rec.motorcycles
At first I thought "c'mon", but it really does work well. It gives a nice shine to the bodywork too. I've usually owned a bike for an average of four years, and none of them ever showed any problems with using Pledge or whatever.

back in the 80s i worked at a dealer and thats what the sales guys used on the bikes

Ramen · May 21st, 2009, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Snake

Does it realy last a year as advertised?

Depends if you garage keep it or not. I've used a bunch of waxes, and although NuCar's shine is a little bit less than other waxes, it's the only one that lasts more than two months for me.

May 20th, 2009, 09:14 AM	#1
Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	Waxes / Polishes What brand of wax / polish do you use? I have been using Turtle Wax for years but now I see all these new brands and types. Also, do you use natural wax or synthetic?

May 20th, 2009, 09:30 AM	#2
CC Cowboy ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Whodat Location: Ware Is.,MA Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): I pass the wind! Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '13, Jun '14	Mothers __________________________________________________ If everything seems under control; you're just not going fast enough!

May 20th, 2009, 09:39 AM	#4
CC Cowboy ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Whodat Location: Ware Is.,MA Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): I pass the wind! Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '13, Jun '14	Must be natural (Carauba). A few years ago Kawasaki was giving some away at bike week. It is called KawaChem Premium Paint Polish and Sealant (added teflon protection). I don't have much left but it was great. Rick, I figured you would use "Snake Oil" (pun on user name). __________________________________________________ If everything seems under control; you're just not going fast enough!

May 20th, 2009, 12:21 PM	#11
bogdanb ninjette.org member Name: bogdan Location: Sofia, Bulgaria Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Kawasaki Z750 Posts: 244	I got some Turtle wax, previously used on my Suzuki ( car ). Is it good enough for the bike? What is the difference between natural and synthetic wax? May be it depends how old the paint is ? __________________________________________________ Please, excuse my English, I am a foreigner, we even do not use the same alphabet around here.

May 20th, 2009, 12:26 PM	#12
capt_bugaloo motorcycle rider Name: Bruce Location: Victoria, BC Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): '14 Yamaha V-Star 650 Custom (silver) Posts: A lot.	For many years I've used good old spray can "furniture polish", such as Pledge. I don't spray it directly on the bike, but rather spray it on a clean rag and use the rag to wipe down the bike. It works great! And it's cheap too... __________________________________________________ '14 Yamaha V-Star 650 Custom (silver)

May 20th, 2009, 10:04 AM	#5
BlueRaven ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Lil One Location: NB Canada Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 Ninja 250 Black Posts: A lot.	I was in the detailing business a few years back and always used Mother's like cc i suspect its natural

May 20th, 2009, 10:05 AM	#6
backinthesaddleagain ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Greg Location: Rhode Island Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2013 ZX6R 636 Posts: A lot.	some people like the honda spray polish - i have never used it though

May 20th, 2009, 11:00 AM	#8
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	I use this... synthetic, leaves no white residue, easy to apply/ remove and leaves a slick, high gloss finish when done.

May 20th, 2009, 11:13 AM	#9
IlBLisSlI i'm a cow killer Name: Drew Location: Daytona FL Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2006 250r Posts: 142	picked that up at my local shop but you can find it pretty much anywhere bikes are sold or online at places like newenough

May 20th, 2009, 12:34 PM	#13
Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	Wow that's a new one on me. Never heard of that.

May 20th, 2009, 01:31 PM	#14
beowuff ninjette.org member Name: Yancy Location: Redmond Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninja 250 Posts: 225	I've been using Turtle Wax ICE. Seems to work good. No residue. Can be applied in the direct sun. JUST DON"T WAX THE SEAT! :P http://www.turtlewax.com/main.taf?p=2,1,1,1

May 20th, 2009, 01:46 PM	#16
Tintkng ninjette.org member Name: Scott Location: Cincinnati Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250r Posts: 66	^ lol +1 __________________________________________________ 2008 Red Ninja 250r

May 20th, 2009, 03:10 PM	#20
capt_bugaloo motorcycle rider Name: Bruce Location: Victoria, BC Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): '14 Yamaha V-Star 650 Custom (silver) Posts: A lot.	I first read about furniture polish back in the mid-1990s on rec.motorcycles At first I thought "c'mon", but it really does work well. It gives a nice shine to the bodywork too. I've usually owned a bike for an average of four years, and none of them ever showed any problems with using Pledge or whatever. __________________________________________________ '14 Yamaha V-Star 650 Custom (silver)

May 20th, 2009, 03:13 PM	#21
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	used to use spray pledge to wax the dorm floors in the military when "surprise" inspections would pop up. works great to shine floors, too, but it makes them really slippery.

May 20th, 2009, 06:16 PM	#24
DirtyBoy ninjette.org member Name: Leo Location: Phoenix, Az Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250R Posts: 66	I use Meguiars motorcycle liquid wax which I believe is synthetic. It works OK considering how easy it is to use. I may start using Zaino when my bottle runs out but i'm not sure I want to spend that much time waxing. From what i've seen it is worth it though. __________________________________________________ 49T sprkt/ EK gold chain/ Galfer pads and SS lines/120 frt 150 rr Pilot Powers/ GSX-R can/Desnorkled/ Raised needles/ Slider spools/ Cowl/ LED rear signals/ Fender eliminator/ Tinted lights / Emu seat

May 20th, 2009, 06:26 PM	#25
Sailariel ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Alex Location: Belfast, ME Join Date: Jul 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Honda NT-700-V, formerly, Green 2008 Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	I use Nu Car finish that comes in the orange bottle. It does a great job. The Pledge routine is used on most of the bicycles I know. It is very effective and there is no buildup. Just don`t use Lemon Pledge because when that interacts with the sun, it will fade your paint.

May 20th, 2009, 08:56 PM	#27
addy126 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: addy126 Location: Tx Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 Kawasaki N-250 + '09 Vulcan 900 Classic Lt Posts: A lot.	I've used "Pig Snot Super Cleaner" which worked out pretty good. But a warning about non-coated aluminum use turned me to the S100 Cleaner, Suzuki SP-5A motorcycle wash, and for polishing "Next Dimension Original Spray Cleaner and Polish" which gives it that dealer showroom shine Also sparingly use the polish for my helmets to bring back that fresh and glossy shine! Use Meguiers plastic polish for windshield and headlight cover.

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