Bike, scooter washing tips
Where should you do it?
Pick a flat, cemented surface
Avoid soil or loose gravelly areas
Use multiple clean cloths
One each for the bodywork when wet/dry
Others for the mechanical bits
Additional rags for fork, chain, oil sump
Not too much pressure
Wet the bike/scooter from top to bottom
Avoid direct contact with electrical connectors
Use fuel to ride, not clean
Diesel damages the paint’s finish
Auto-specific shampoos are best
Regular shampoos work at a pinch
Where the sun don’t shine
Clean every nook and cranny
Old toothbrush can be used
Dry it off
Separate cloth for mechanicals, bodywork
Layer of vaseline on chrome parts helps
Cleaning spokes a bit tiresome but worth the effort
Once you’re done cleaning
Park the bike in a dry, shaded area
Make sure to place it under a cover
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