Thanks Tokyo. I am a new moto owner (KTM 450 EXC-F 6 Days) and haven't worked on motorcycles since junior high. It's great to watch your videos with the simple explanations and descriptions so I can get up the confidence to tweak and improve my bike like you have done to yours. Even this simple stuff like how to wash is helpful because I just don't know some of the gotchas. Keep it up. Thanks! Would be great to see some video about how you adjust and set the front and rear suspension settings. I know you already put on your new foot pegs, but I'd lvoe to see how that is done too.
Cheers for the Magic Sponge tip. Works nicely, but worth being aware they’re the equivalent of about a 3000 grit abrasive. I though some of those stains I had in there were there for good! 👍🏻
I felt silly watching a video of a guy washing a dirt bike. But I really enjoy your channel. Anyway I'm glad I did because I never would have thought of using a magic eraser to clean the white plastics. I to have a 2017 KTM 250 (XC) and the red mud here in the states stains everything. Back to looking new again. Thanks Man!
I'm not sure I'd recommend washing the bike with the seat off. The CDI is under the seat and typically you'd want to minimize water in that area. Even if I took the seat off to wash it I'm not sure it would stay any drier than it does staying on the bike. I do take the seat off periodically to clean under there, but just use compressed air and a damp cloth.
Tokyo Offroad been doing it this way for years now. Never had an issue. Consider that all the MX, GNCC etc teams do it the same way. Just don't aim a power washer directly at the CDI box!
I like to stop by the DIY carwash place on the way home and blast all the heavy mud off then bring it home and finish up with simple green and a rag so I don't end up with mud all over my drive way and clog up my drains. Just make sure the place doesn't have any signs against excessively muddy vehicles with a fine etc.
Moto muck is also a very easy and effective way of washing the bike. Just spray it on and let it sit in the shade for5-10 minutes the clean it off with your hose. Highly recommended for washing !!
No, it doesn't appear to be available in Japan. As a general rule I avoid using harsh chemicals and degreasers on the bike for general washing as the dirt I ride in washes off easily using regular diluted car shampoo as shown in the video.
I'll try not using the pressure washer next time. But seriously, that didn't seem to be an awful muddy ride... On those days, I don't think just tap pressure would help. As long as you avoid pressure washer directly on to bearing seals, steering column, ecetric parts, suspension seals, you should be fine. I also reccomend paying attention to leaves piling up in front of the radiators. Remove these guards and clean all the gunk there. Do apply compessed air over everything, even chain. Do not direct the spray upwards against the suspension seals. After that lube everything. Found out that car gearbox oil it's not expensive and really lubes the chain thoroughly. Do apply wd40 over the whole bike, even if it goes to disk brakes, it will clean off right away on when used. Do not apply silicone spray on the seat! It might enhance the looks, but what you want is to hold down to the bike, not slip off. =) Really appreciate your videos. It's great to see that Japan has non japanese rockin over there as well.
I use my pressure washer when the bike is really caked in mud (as stated in the video). Otherwise it's just as quick for me to use a hose and without doubt is less likely to cause damage to bearings and blow graphics off.
Didn't hear that, sorry. : ) And yes, too much usage of pressure washing peels the graphics off. Although you can apply some contact glue when it's dry, to make them last a bit longuer. Cheers!
I have a four stroke so the engine top end is much tighter in the frame. After a very muddy day that part of the engine as well as all the wiring under the tank and seat are very muddy. How do you recommend cleaning that area? All the wires make me hesitate on using a lot of water
If it's caked in mud I'd get the pressure washer out and carefully use that. You'll need to take off the tank after you've washed it to clean it thoroughly and use a wet cloth to wipe the frame and wiring. It's a good idea to use compressed air (if you have it) to dry sensitive areas off.
Mark, I usually spray a product called Fast Cleaner on the whole bike after getting it all wet first. Wait 10min and rinse it. Pretty good results. Are you aware of any issues doing so?
I haven't tried Fast Cleaner. Some cleaners may discolor aluminium if left in contact for a long time so just be aware of that and definitely rinse well with water.
Tokyo Offroad I recommend Fast Cleaner. very easy and efficient cleaner. Just spray the whole bike and leave it for no longer than 5min. Gwt the pressure wash and rinse it off very well. After all I use WD40 spray on the engine/aluminum parts. Done it for year and haven’t had any issues.
Tokyo Offroad i use a swing arm protector and even taking it off everytime I wash the bike, the swing arm still have stains all over it - maybe from rubbing dirt inside of it. Any recommendations or chemical products I could use to clean that off?
DezRider - It’s a KTM stand purchased about 7 years ago. The original base broke so I made a new base. The current model KTM stand looks like it’s designed better, although I haven’t tried it
Front is a GoldenTyre GT216AA Fatty (90/100-21) and rear tires my current favorite is Shinko 525X (120/100-18), but on yesterday's ride I used a VeeRubber VRM340 (110/100-18)
if someone doesn't know how to wash THERE dirt or street motorcycle supermoto or any Bike for that matter it's like when owning a car, if u can't change ur own flat on ur car u don't or should not have one!!! a car or dirtbike supermoto bike's track Bikes trail bikes or street motorcycle any Motorcycle period!!!!!
Thanks Tokyo. I am a new moto owner (KTM 450 EXC-F 6 Days) and haven't worked on motorcycles since junior high. It's great to watch your videos with the simple explanations and descriptions so I can get up the confidence to tweak and improve my bike like you have done to yours. Even this simple stuff like how to wash is helpful because I just don't know some of the gotchas. Keep it up. Thanks!
Would be great to see some video about how you adjust and set the front and rear suspension settings. I know you already put on your new foot pegs, but I'd lvoe to see how that is done too.
Cheers for the Magic Sponge tip. Works nicely, but worth being aware they’re the equivalent of about a 3000 grit abrasive. I though some of those stains I had in there were there for good! 👍🏻
I felt silly watching a video of a guy washing a dirt bike. But I really enjoy your channel. Anyway I'm glad I did because I never would have thought of using a magic eraser to clean the white plastics. I to have a 2017 KTM 250 (XC) and the red mud here in the states stains everything. Back to looking new again. Thanks Man!
Watching out for the bearings, Good advice. Never thought about that.😲
Removing the seat when cleaning is a good idea. Clean it separately and quickly so it doesn't absorb water
I'm not sure I'd recommend washing the bike with the seat off. The CDI is under the seat and typically you'd want to minimize water in that area. Even if I took the seat off to wash it I'm not sure it would stay any drier than it does staying on the bike. I do take the seat off periodically to clean under there, but just use compressed air and a damp cloth.
Tokyo Offroad been doing it this way for years now. Never had an issue. Consider that all the MX, GNCC etc teams do it the same way. Just don't aim a power washer directly at the CDI box!
@@SoilworkZA01 bruh. Unless your seat has a hole in it, it won't absorb water
@@billybull7419 if you ever re-cover a seat you’ll see the foam has absorbed water from washing
@@SoilworkZA01 My arse gets wet in one spot just cause Ive a hole in my cover but prior to that it I would have no problem
For cleaning the plastic you can also use vetril (glass cleaner without ammoniaca)
I like to stop by the DIY carwash place on the way home and blast all the heavy mud off then bring it home and finish up with simple green and a rag so I don't end up with mud all over my drive way and clog up my drains. Just make sure the place doesn't have any signs against excessively muddy vehicles with a fine etc.
Moto muck is also a very easy and effective way of washing the bike. Just spray it on and let it sit in the shade for5-10 minutes the clean it off with your hose. Highly recommended for washing !!
on the brake and on the seat too!!
Never heard or Prepsol? Spray on, leave to soak a bit, spray off.
No, it doesn't appear to be available in Japan. As a general rule I avoid using harsh chemicals and degreasers on the bike for general washing as the dirt I ride in washes off easily using regular diluted car shampoo as shown in the video.
TY Sir, good video
another great vid! thanks TOR
I'll try not using the pressure washer next time. But seriously, that didn't seem to be an awful muddy ride... On those days, I don't think just tap pressure would help.
As long as you avoid pressure washer directly on to bearing seals, steering column, ecetric parts, suspension seals, you should be fine.
I also reccomend paying attention to leaves piling up in front of the radiators. Remove these guards and clean all the gunk there.
Do apply compessed air over everything, even chain. Do not direct the spray upwards against the suspension seals. After that lube everything.
Found out that car gearbox oil it's not expensive and really lubes the chain thoroughly.
Do apply wd40 over the whole bike, even if it goes to disk brakes, it will clean off right away on when used.
Do not apply silicone spray on the seat! It might enhance the looks, but what you want is to hold down to the bike, not slip off. =)
Really appreciate your videos. It's great to see that Japan has non japanese rockin over there as well.
I use my pressure washer when the bike is really caked in mud (as stated in the video). Otherwise it's just as quick for me to use a hose and without doubt is less likely to cause damage to bearings and blow graphics off.
Didn't hear that, sorry. : )
And yes, too much usage of pressure washing peels the graphics off. Although you can apply some contact glue when it's dry, to make them last a bit longuer.
Cheers!
I have a four stroke so the engine top end is much tighter in the frame. After a very muddy day that part of the engine as well as all the wiring under the tank and seat are very muddy. How do you recommend cleaning that area? All the wires make me hesitate on using a lot of water
If it's caked in mud I'd get the pressure washer out and carefully use that. You'll need to take off the tank after you've washed it to clean it thoroughly and use a wet cloth to wipe the frame and wiring. It's a good idea to use compressed air (if you have it) to dry sensitive areas off.
Mark, I usually spray a product called Fast Cleaner on the whole bike after getting it all wet first. Wait 10min and rinse it. Pretty good results. Are you aware of any issues doing so?
I haven't tried Fast Cleaner. Some cleaners may discolor aluminium if left in contact for a long time so just be aware of that and definitely rinse well with water.
Tokyo Offroad I recommend Fast Cleaner. very easy and efficient cleaner. Just spray the whole bike and leave it for no longer than 5min. Gwt the pressure wash and rinse it off very well. After all I use WD40 spray on the engine/aluminum parts. Done it for year and haven’t had any issues.
Tokyo Offroad i use a swing arm protector and even taking it off everytime I wash the bike, the swing arm still have stains all over it - maybe from rubbing dirt inside of it. Any recommendations or chemical products I could use to clean that off?
Try riding in England then using a hose pipe no way your would still be cleaning the following weekend after a Sunday ride!
199390 199390 - Haha! Yes, if the bike is caked in mud I do use a pressure washer, but avoid pointing it at seals and bearings.
Who makes your stand...thanks.
DezRider - It’s a KTM stand purchased about 7 years ago. The original base broke so I made a new base. The current model KTM stand looks like it’s designed better, although I haven’t tried it
@@TokyoOffroad Of course it is lol
what kind of tires do you run on your bike
Front is a GoldenTyre GT216AA Fatty (90/100-21) and rear tires my current favorite is Shinko 525X (120/100-18), but on yesterday's ride I used a VeeRubber VRM340 (110/100-18)
thank you very much man, stay safe and have fun
if someone doesn't know how to wash THERE dirt or street motorcycle supermoto or any Bike for that matter it's like when owning a car, if u can't change ur own flat on ur car u don't or should not have one!!! a car or dirtbike supermoto bike's track Bikes trail bikes or street motorcycle any Motorcycle period!!!!!