In addition to checking the wheel pressure or the oil level, a cleaning to avoid the wear of the fairing or the corrosion of some parts that can cause subsequent failures.

We are going to focus on the correct cleaned of motorcycle elements.

Motorcycle elements to clean

Let's see what parts of the bike we will take into account when cleaning.

• The fairing or shiny plastic parts of the bike should be cleaned with degreasers not very aggressive, and never when they are hot, because the chemical reaction could damage the piece. If it has been a sunny day, better cool the bike with cold water before applying the degreaser. Once cleaned, it is recommended to apply wax or silicone that will create a protective layer. exist quality polishes that already incorporate protection components (basically waxes), water and dust repellent.
• The chain should be cleaned by brushing with degreasing soap but never with pressurized water, water would drain inside the rollers and could corrode internal parts. At the end the chain must be well dry and it is necessary grease it with a suitable product to extend its useful life.
• The wheels and rear swingarm they must be cleaned with pressurized water and use a specific cleaner (suitable for aluminum). If it has a lot of embedded dirt it is recommended to clean with a brush before the final rinse (also with pressurized water). To the metallic or chrome elements it is recommended to use a specific polish to restore the original shine and protect the piece for a longer time.
• The rubber components or sleeves they often crack and dry out with continued exposure to the sun. Therefore, once clean, it is recommended to apply a suitable wax or silicone protect you.
• screen (of the motorcycle and the helmet). Uses a microfiber cloth and a specific cleaner to avoid highlighting any scratches that exist.

3 steps to shine the metals and chrome of the motorcycle

Now that you know how and why to clean the different elements of the motorcycle, we explain step by step how to recover the shine and make it last in the metallic and chrome areas of the motorcycle, such as the silencer, the tires, the engine cover ...

• STEP 1: CLEANING

The first thing is to prepare the surface, and for that we have to clean it with a suitable degreaser for the pieces we are going to work on.

We will remove all the incrustations and rinse with water.

With a microfiber cloth pre-polished we will finish cleaning the entire surface. Thanks to this cloth you will completely remove dust and dirt.

We insist that it is an essential job BEFORE applying the polish. If we do not take it into account, we can find that the result will not be as expected.

• STEP 2: POLISHING

Once the surface is cleaned, we will proceed to apply the POLISH IS POLISH especially for metal surfaces with the Biphase manual polishing sponge.

It is called a BIFASE sponge because it consists of two types of surface that do a more complete job.

The black part is the most abrasive and is used to eliminate the particles embedded in the piece.

The white part is softer and serves to restore the original shine to the surface.

A small amount is enough to check how the shine returns to the piece.

•  STEP 3: FINISH

Once we have the shiny piece we will proceed to remove the excess material with the Ultra soft cloth post-polishing, which allows you to clean the excess polish and restore the original shine to the piece in a delicate way in order to maintain the protection layer provided by the polish IS POLISH and have a more lasting effect.

The polish provides a thin layer of protection which will allow us in the next maintenance, to continue maintaining the brightness of the piece with a simple pass of cloth.

Invest some time in correctly performing these steps, and you will save yourself having to polish the metallic and chrome areas of the motorcycle frequently.

With the polish IS POLISH it will not be necessary to use a rinse aid posterior since this product conditions, polishes and also creates a protective layer on the surface that prolongs shine.

Difference between buffing and polishing

On many occasions it is believed that applying a polish to the piece achieves the same results as applying a polish. This is a error. Let's see the differences between polishing and polishing:

• Polish: with polishing we manage to eliminate imperfections on a surface, such as scratches, pores or small abrasions, managing to smooth and level the entire surface. If we complement the surface recovery work with a good polish such as IS POLISH, we will be able to recover the original shine of the piece and also protect it from dirt and fouling for a longer time without the need for polishes.
• Polish: shine is obtained with a material that cleans and gives a vitrifying effect, but by not polishing before, the imperfections and flaws that the surface has are not corrected and in a short time it returns to its initial appearance. Forcing to repeat the process in a short period of time.

Advantages of using the metal and chrome polish on the motorcycle:

We give you 10 reasons to trust IS POLISH:

• Has been developed for metal surfaces in the nautical sector where environmental conditions are harsher than on land.
• Bluish color that provides a longer lasting effect
• Smooth texture which facilitates the application
• Medium consistency to facilitate immediate cleaning on porous surfaces
• Citrus scent Original for more pleasant use
• Solvent and silicone free pollutants
• Container easy to handle and store
• With little quantity a great performance
• Applicable manually and with polisher
• Professional finish even with manual polishing.

Let's see the result obtained in cleaning the silencer of a motorcycle and the subsequent use of the IS POLISH:

IS POLISH, the difference between CLEAN and BRIGHT

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