lemon pledge

akcalhoun · July 29th, 2012, 05:53 AM

any1 use this on their bike? ive heard it works great, but im worried bout it damaging the paint or if its safe if the bike is left in the sun often. any1 have any experience with this or can suggest another/better product?

Mocha Man · July 29th, 2012, 06:20 AM

I use it on mine about once a week and it works great. Just spray some on a paper towel, spread it on your bike, and buff it out with a dry paper towel. It doesn't take long and your bike looks like it's in showroom condition when you're done.

highpsiguy · July 29th, 2012, 08:01 AM

Won't hurt a thing.... used it for years on many bikes.

leed · July 29th, 2012, 08:13 AM

I use it too! Just don't use it on your seat!

highpsiguy · July 29th, 2012, 08:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by leed

i use it too! Just don't use it on your seat!

or tires!

austexjg · July 29th, 2012, 08:40 AM

Why not just use some modern liquid wax? Or is it the lemon smell that makes all the difference?

Kygirl · July 29th, 2012, 09:46 AM

^^^ I think It's the lemon smell that makes the difference! A guy in my riding group uses it religiously on his Ducati. He's the official group airfreshener.

highpsiguy · July 29th, 2012, 01:42 PM

Its quick, cheap and easy to find. I don't use it EXCLUSIVELY but it's in the cleaning arsenal. I would give it the equivalent of Honda Polish which is about 8 bucks last time I bought some. I think my can is about 4 years old so I am sure price has gone up. Goldwing guys love the stuff. When I rode with the Goldwing chapter they showed me what they used to keep their bikes sooo clean. Meguires number 6, turtle wax carnuba, honda polish, lemon pledge all get a turn eventually.

Jiggles · July 29th, 2012, 02:12 PM

Link to original page on YouTube.

sc37 · July 29th, 2012, 02:36 PM

It's great for getting dirt off without scratching the paint job which is great since I use a tank bag a lot. I use Pledge in between a good cleaning/wax.

Pledge is also great for your helmet! I always have a can when I'm on a road trip. It takes care of the bugs pretty well without ruining my helmet.

backinthesaddleagain · July 30th, 2012, 08:51 PM

Used to use it when I worked at a dealer.

cerberusrex25 · July 30th, 2012, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Jiggles

Link to original page on YouTube.

That is all I could think of too!!!!!

userjh160 · August 2nd, 2012, 01:43 PM

My husband uses Windex (original) on his to clean the Chrome, it works pretty good and gets the dirt off real good also.

Mountain Dew · August 2nd, 2012, 01:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mocha Man

I use it on mine about once a week and it works great. Just spray some on a paper towel, spread it on your bike, and buff it out with a dry paper towel. It doesn't take long and your bike looks like it's in showroom condition when you're done.

PAPER TOWEL? You must be joking, right?

Old Lemon · August 2nd, 2012, 01:49 PM

i like lemons

JeffM · August 2nd, 2012, 02:13 PM

I use it on the outside of my shield. Never on the bike itself. Repells water like RainX and makes my helmet smell good.

Jay72 · August 2nd, 2012, 04:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mountain Dew

PAPER TOWEL? You must be joking, right?

That is exactly what I was thinking...PAPER TOWEL??? I have to say your bike will not look showroom condition if you use paper towels, it will be absolutely full of swirl marks.. DO NOT USE PAPER TOWEL, buy some cheap microfiber cloths and use them.

tooblekain · August 2nd, 2012, 05:09 PM

Lemon Pledge user for years on all my bikes. Using this instead of Honda Polish saved me a ton since the household had multiple bikes and we went through polish like toilet paper...sometimes faster than toilet paper.

userjh160 · August 2nd, 2012, 05:12 PM

So are you using Pledge for everything on the bike - mirror backs, etc.? Is it as good as Armorall on your stuff?

Jiggles · August 2nd, 2012, 05:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tooblekain

Using this instead of Honda Polish saved me a ton since the household had multiple bikes and we went through polish like toilet paper...sometimes faster than toilet paper.

Wipe more

Mocha Man · August 3rd, 2012, 03:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mountain Dew

PAPER TOWEL? You must be joking, right?

I am joking haha I use a microfiber cloth.

Avenged7Fold · August 5th, 2012, 09:43 PM

Just tried it, washed the bike and gave it a good soap scrubbing, dried it off, then sprayed it directly on the bike (lightly, one spray per fender) and the took a microfiber towel and wiped it around. The paint is shiny and mirrored again, just like it was in 2006! (Minus the deep gashes from dropping it

)

LoD575 · August 5th, 2012, 11:00 PM

I will have to give it a try.

Avenged7Fold · August 5th, 2012, 11:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LoD575

I will have to give it a try.

You really should, I'm quite amazed on how nice my paint looks now. Being a 2006 with brand new looking paint is nice

I remember using this stuff back when i used to play the drums, it did wonders on those too!

ForceofWill · August 5th, 2012, 11:50 PM

Dear god, I hope you're all joking. Especially with the paper towel remarks. I know everyone's idea of perfect paint is quite different. Those of you that actually do this, take a picture of your paint under a detail light, there's no WAY it's not covered in swirls.

If your paint looks fine to you then more power to ya but don't preach things that are going to ruin a finish for others looking for advice.

Avenged7Fold · August 6th, 2012, 12:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ForceofWill

Dear god, I hope you're all joking. Especially with the paper towel remarks. I know everyone's idea of perfect paint is quite different. Those of you that actually do this, take a picture of your paint under a detail light, there's no WAY it's not covered in swirls.

If your paint looks fine to you then more power to ya but don't preach things that are going to ruin a finish for others looking for advice.

I clearly said I used a microfiber towel. I don't know how it looks under a "detail light" but I know it looks great outside in the sun and at night, the place you usually see it at. If someone wants to walk up to my bike with a "detail light" then they are welcome to judge the "swirls"

choneofakind · August 6th, 2012, 09:19 AM

Totally serious right now: what does a paint swirl look like and is it permanent? I use simple green and a cotton cloth to clean my bike and I don't see any swirls? I wax it with a cotton cloth as well. This is the first I've heard about swirls.

I dunno. I have some pictures of my bike after my most recent wash/wax and it looks pretty good to me.
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Jay72 · August 6th, 2012, 09:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by choneofakind

Totally serious right now: what does a paint swirl look like and is it permanent? I use simple green and a cotton cloth to clean my bike and I don't see any swirls? I wax it with a cotton cloth as well. This is the first I've heard about swirls.

I dunno. I have some pictures of my bike after my most recent wash/wax and it looks pretty good to me.
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Chris don't know if i would use simple green it's pretty strong stuff for paint. As for swirl, that comes from detail terms. The odds are you have them but they show up more on darker colours of paint. For example if you have ever taken you car through a car wash that has the big brushes, look at your paint in sunlight and you will see what swirl are all about. And yes you can remove them but there is a fairly lengthy process of doing it and it is always best to use good products, like meguire s or Mother's polish. And remember there is a difference between polish and wax. Always polish first then apply a good wax, preferably better than lemon pledge. Hope this helps dude.

ForceofWill · August 6th, 2012, 09:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by choneofakind

Totally serious right now: what does a paint swirl look like and is it permanent? I use simple green and a cotton cloth to clean my bike and I don't see any swirls? I wax it with a cotton cloth as well. This is the first I've heard about swirls.

I dunno. I have some pictures of my bike after my most recent wash/wax and it looks pretty good to me.
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Swirls will look like very light spiderweb type scratches. They're very fine scratches in the clear coat and will happen even from running a dry cloth over the paint if it's dusty/dirty at all. You should be able to see them in the sunlight at certain angles, especially visible if you move your head back and forth.

Everyone's idea of perfect paint is different. If you can't see any swirls and you think it looks great then that's all that matters.

Jay72 · August 6th, 2012, 10:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ForceofWill

Swirls will look like very light spiderweb type scratches. They're very fine scratches in the clear coat and will happen even from running a dry cloth over the paint if it's dusty/dirty at all. You should be able to see them in the sunlight at certain angles, especially visible if you move your head back and forth.

Everyone's idea of perfect paint is different. If you can't see any swirls and you think it looks great then that's all that matters.

Well said Tom, much easier than my description, thank you.

250rr · August 6th, 2012, 10:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mocha Man

I am joking haha I use a microfiber cloth.

So do I. Am glad I'm not the only one. I've always been afraid to admit this. Wiping with microfiber is so soft and supple....wait....no....I didn't mean....damn.

choneofakind · August 6th, 2012, 10:26 AM

ah thanks guys that makes sense. Eh my bike looks good to me
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Minikin_Jo · August 7th, 2012, 11:42 AM

I prefer the Orange pledge

Yummy Yummy

July 29th, 2012, 05:53 AM	#1
akcalhoun ninjette.org member Name: aaron Location: east texas Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2013 honda shadow phantom Posts: 170	lemon pledge any1 use this on their bike? ive heard it works great, but im worried bout it damaging the paint or if its safe if the bike is left in the sun often. any1 have any experience with this or can suggest another/better product?

July 29th, 2012, 08:01 AM	#3
highpsiguy ninjette.org guru Name: Kevin Location: Athens Join Date: Aug 2010 Motorcycle(s): 1981 Honda Cx500 Custom, 2002 Ninja 250 Posts: 289 Blog Entries: 1	Won't hurt a thing.... used it for years on many bikes. __________________________________________________ "Rudeness is a weak persons attempt at strength."

July 29th, 2012, 08:40 AM	#6
austexjg ninjette.org sage Name: J.G. Location: Austin Join Date: Oct 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 zx6r Green/Black, (ex-)Diablo Black '09 Ninja 250r Posts: 959	Why not just use some modern liquid wax? Or is it the lemon smell that makes all the difference? __________________________________________________ Anyone can go fast in a straight line.... Once you go track, you never go back....

July 29th, 2012, 01:42 PM	#8
highpsiguy ninjette.org guru Name: Kevin Location: Athens Join Date: Aug 2010 Motorcycle(s): 1981 Honda Cx500 Custom, 2002 Ninja 250 Posts: 289 Blog Entries: 1	Its quick, cheap and easy to find. I don't use it EXCLUSIVELY but it's in the cleaning arsenal. I would give it the equivalent of Honda Polish which is about 8 bucks last time I bought some. I think my can is about 4 years old so I am sure price has gone up. Goldwing guys love the stuff. When I rode with the Goldwing chapter they showed me what they used to keep their bikes sooo clean. Meguires number 6, turtle wax carnuba, honda polish, lemon pledge all get a turn eventually. __________________________________________________ "Rudeness is a weak persons attempt at strength."

July 29th, 2012, 02:12 PM	#9
Jiggles Jigglin' your Jiglets Name: Sean Location: San Jose, Ca Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 K1300S, 2013 Ninja 300, 2011 Ninja 250R, Faster than Unregistered's ninjette Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 1 MOTM - Apr '13	Link to original page on YouTube. __________________________________________________ If the Ninja 250 doesn't have enough power for you, then you don't know how to ride it. AFM #676 Supersports are for n00bs

July 29th, 2012, 06:20 AM	#2
Mocha Man Blue Shell magnet Name: Nolan Location: Northwest Washington Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): 1997 Ninja 250 Posts: 816	I use it on mine about once a week and it works great. Just spray some on a paper towel, spread it on your bike, and buff it out with a dry paper towel. It doesn't take long and your bike looks like it's in showroom condition when you're done.

July 29th, 2012, 08:13 AM	#4
leed ninjette.org sage Name: David Location: Loves Park, IL Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): Time will tell Posts: 969	I use it too! Just don't use it on your seat!

July 29th, 2012, 09:46 AM	#7
Kygirl ninjette.org member Name: Sarah Location: Kentucky Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2008 ninja 250R 1979 SuzukiGS425E Posts: 94	^^^ I think It's the lemon smell that makes the difference! A guy in my riding group uses it religiously on his Ducati. He's the official group airfreshener.

July 29th, 2012, 02:36 PM	#10
sc37 ninjette.org member Name: SC Location: L-Ville Join Date: May 2012 Motorcycle(s): Currently: 2012 Honda NC700X; Previously: 2010 Ninja 250R Posts: 47	It's great for getting dirt off without scratching the paint job which is great since I use a tank bag a lot. I use Pledge in between a good cleaning/wax. Pledge is also great for your helmet! I always have a can when I'm on a road trip. It takes care of the bugs pretty well without ruining my helmet.

July 30th, 2012, 08:51 PM	#11
backinthesaddleagain ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Greg Location: Rhode Island Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2013 ZX6R 636 Posts: A lot.	Used to use it when I worked at a dealer.

August 2nd, 2012, 01:43 PM	#13
userjh160 ninjette.org guru Name: Malinda Location: Jonesboro, LA Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250R Posts: 484	My husband uses Windex (original) on his to clean the Chrome, it works pretty good and gets the dirt off real good also.

August 2nd, 2012, 01:49 PM	#15
Old Lemon Lays er down Name: Michael Location: Maryland Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Lime green Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	i like lemons

August 2nd, 2012, 02:13 PM	#16
JeffM Mr. 988 Name: Jeff Location: Sandy, Utah Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): One Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 1	I use it on the outside of my shield. Never on the bike itself. Repells water like RainX and makes my helmet smell good. __________________________________________________ "I'm the one that's got to die when it's time for me to die, so let me live my life, the way I want to" - Jimi Hendrix Cancer

August 2nd, 2012, 05:09 PM	#18
tooblekain ninjette.org sage Name: Matt Location: San Diego, CA Join Date: May 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Triumph Bonneville; 2008 Ninja 250r (trackbike) Posts: 748	Lemon Pledge user for years on all my bikes. Using this instead of Honda Polish saved me a ton since the household had multiple bikes and we went through polish like toilet paper...sometimes faster than toilet paper. __________________________________________________ CVMA #312SoCal TrackdaysBigHeadz RacingMotion ProFactory EffexLeatt Brace* Racetech Bell Woodcraft CFMVortexHotbodiesSurface Sun SystemsBrakingLiveWire EnergyFreegun Underwear

August 2nd, 2012, 05:12 PM	#19
userjh160 ninjette.org guru Name: Malinda Location: Jonesboro, LA Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250R Posts: 484	So are you using Pledge for everything on the bike - mirror backs, etc.? Is it as good as Armorall on your stuff?

August 5th, 2012, 09:43 PM	#22
Avenged7Fold Ninjette Noob Name: Trent Location: Arizona Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2004 YZF-600r ---- 2006 Kawasaki Ninja 250r Posts: 227	Just tried it, washed the bike and gave it a good soap scrubbing, dried it off, then sprayed it directly on the bike (lightly, one spray per fender) and the took a microfiber towel and wiped it around. The paint is shiny and mirrored again, just like it was in 2006! (Minus the deep gashes from dropping it ) __________________________________________________

August 5th, 2012, 11:00 PM	#23
LoD575 ninjette.org sage Name: Steve Location: Valdosta GA, US Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250, 2006 Ninja ZX6R-636 Posts: 661	I will have to give it a try.

August 5th, 2012, 11:50 PM	#25
ForceofWill Blind 250 Loving Whore Name: Tom Location: Chesapeake, VA Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2008 250R, 02 FZ1, '20 Fat Bob 114 Posts: A lot.	Dear god, I hope you're all joking. Especially with the paper towel remarks. I know everyone's idea of perfect paint is quite different. Those of you that actually do this, take a picture of your paint under a detail light, there's no WAY it's not covered in swirls. If your paint looks fine to you then more power to ya but don't preach things that are going to ruin a finish for others looking for advice.

August 6th, 2012, 09:19 AM	#27
choneofakind ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: . Location: . Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: Too much. MOTM - Feb '13, Feb '14	Totally serious right now: what does a paint swirl look like and is it permanent? I use simple green and a cotton cloth to clean my bike and I don't see any swirls? I wax it with a cotton cloth as well. This is the first I've heard about swirls. I dunno. I have some pictures of my bike after my most recent wash/wax and it looks pretty good to me. Posted via Mobile Device

August 6th, 2012, 10:26 AM	#32
choneofakind ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: . Location: . Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: Too much. MOTM - Feb '13, Feb '14	ah thanks guys that makes sense. Eh my bike looks good to me Posted via Mobile Device

August 7th, 2012, 11:42 AM	#33
Minikin_Jo ninjette.org sage Name: Jo Location: Howard County, MD Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300 Posts: 528	I prefer the Orange pledge Yummy Yummy __________________________________________________ I'm not short, I'm concentrated AWESOME!

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