I'm about to buy an NC750X (my second bike after owning a big maxi scooter for 7 years) and was wondering how you go about cleaning a bike, especiallywith a pressure washer. This was a really great, informative video. Thanks so much! 👍👍
Holly Smokes man talk about a through job well done. Okay I guess there is a lot more to do than just washing the whole bike with a sponge and hose. Wow! I'd better get me some of those items quick. Thanks Nick great tutorial.
I think Scottoilers are great, but only for daily riders who commute / ride more than 10 miles a day, I don't fall into that category so I haven't installed one. I adjust my chain every 500 miles. And grease clean it 3-4 weeks of daily use, more frequently in the winter. Having said that I do a visual check on my chain before any long run.
I can highly recommend a bike dryer if you can run to the cost - gets the water out of every nook and cranny especially in winter when air drying is tricky because of low temperatures.
@@nicksepisode www.bikedryers.co.uk/products/Bike-dryers/Sidekick is the one I have, but do get the additional hose attachment. Its powerful and the air is warm coming out the nozzle so dries really well.
Could you make video or explain little bit more about silicone spray. I just bought one for my NC750X and I was wondering where to apply. I saw videos where people apply on all plastic and engine area. And on other side there are videos telling avoid hot surface? Thank you for videos. 💪💪👍👍
This is a good idea for a video and something I'll make in the future. I apply it on the dark plastics and around the shock and links. Avoiding paint work, brakes, wheels or tyres.
Thank you! The direct link to the ones I purchased are here, never had issues and they've been on nearly a year, thanks for watching www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Bike-It-Universal-Motorcycle-Motorbike-Strap-Over-Fork-Protectors-Black-/264166273352?_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286
Have u had a bad experience with it then? Any evidence to support this? Because I've always done this and never come across any problems. Id rather that then risk silicone on my tyre edges. I'm keen to know as I wouldn't want to misinform others
A small side note. The vapours off solvents are often more powerful than the liquid. For example a process I am aware of for 3D printing ABS is to place the printed part in a box with a small vessel of warm IPA alcohol and leave it for a while in the vapours. It comes out with all the little ridge lines from the printing process melted smooth and glossy. Also, fire safety! Those cleaners (brake/chain/IPA) are explosively flammable. The vapours when ignited often produce a hair singeing cloud of flame for an instant, but the liquids can burn extremely hot with a flame invisible in daylight. I have seen the damage done to an electronics professional, who spilt IPA on his desk and it ignited. He couldn't see the flames, but him and his desk where covered in burning alcohol, including the air he was breathing. Doing it outside is of course the preferred option, but be cause in a garage or even more so a shed!
Great job! I think I don't do enough cleaning! Lots of ideas for things to try
I am impressed with your dedication. I take my bike to the dealer for a service every 8K miles and they do it for me!
Haha, more time to ride it I guess!
I'm getting used to maintaining my bike since my dad stopped and my husband doesn't ride. Thank you!!!!
Good job 👏
I'm about to buy an NC750X (my second bike after owning a big maxi scooter for 7 years) and was wondering how you go about cleaning a bike, especiallywith a pressure washer. This was a really great, informative video. Thanks so much! 👍👍
Thank you! Enjoy the nc750x it’s a great bike !
This is super helpful, thank you! Any tips for folks who don’t have access to a hose / pressure washer?
I'll be honest because the muc off cleaner is so good you can just use a watering can.
Holly Smokes man talk about a through job well done. Okay I guess there is a lot more to do than just washing the whole bike with a sponge and hose. Wow! I'd better get me some of those items quick. Thanks Nick great tutorial.
Thanks for watching, I find cleaning my motorcycle therapeutic 😌
Do you acf50 the swingarm? I've seen some with terrible corrosion yours looks good as new.
Use acf50 on the swing arm yes ! Thanks for watching
Thanks. I'm guessing you apply it the same way by brush each time you clean the bike, never used it myself always used fs365 but might give it ago.
So nice just watching the NC. Good looking bike 😎
Agreed 👍
best channel on youtube
I'm truly humbled 🙂
Many thanks Nick, a really useful video. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you Anthony
Wow! So much love...
Wow my friend
Very cool
And beautiful video
👍👍👍💯💯💯🥀🥀🥀
Another great video. What are your views on scottoilers and how often do you check/adjust the chain?
I think Scottoilers are great, but only for daily riders who commute / ride more than 10 miles a day, I don't fall into that category so I haven't installed one. I adjust my chain every 500 miles. And grease clean it 3-4 weeks of daily use, more frequently in the winter. Having said that I do a visual check on my chain before any long run.
@@nicksepisode Thanks for the reply. I do fall into that category so a scottoiler is probably the right thing for me.
I can highly recommend a bike dryer if you can run to the cost - gets the water out of every nook and cranny especially in winter when air drying is tricky because of low temperatures.
I have been looking into one of these, a bit pricey but I guess they're worth it! Do you recommend a particular model ? Thanks
@@nicksepisode www.bikedryers.co.uk/products/Bike-dryers/Sidekick is the one I have, but do get the additional hose attachment. Its powerful and the air is warm coming out the nozzle so dries really well.
Nick . You missed a bit. Joking mate. Great video. Ride safe and take care.
🤣🤣
Great motorcycle you have,super cool I feel,I also sent LIKE👍 I know, We are motorcycle lover
Good tips Nick. Bike looks great.
Thank you 😊
Could you make video or explain little bit more about silicone spray.
I just bought one for my NC750X and I was wondering where to apply. I saw videos where people apply on all plastic and engine area. And on other side there are videos telling avoid hot surface?
Thank you for videos. 💪💪👍👍
This is a good idea for a video and something I'll make in the future. I apply it on the dark plastics and around the shock and links. Avoiding paint work, brakes, wheels or tyres.
@@nicksepisode Awaiting videos I hope will be soon. 😊
You need a bike drier Nick , a good Xmas pressie .
Yes thats most definitely on my list!
how long does it take you to go through the entire routine?
About 1 hour, today's products make it a breeze. I can spend longer if the bike is really dirty. Thanks for watching
Can you not snow foam a bike to clean body work, or is that not recommended?
I don't have the attachments for that, but the bike cleaner does a perfect job - snow foam is commonly used too and will not effect the bike.
Get a hot air
bike drier. Game changer.
i must get me one of those!
Good job Nice Bike and yes I'm subscribed
Thanks for the support
I get the footman to do it.
Not the choice of word I'd use in today's society, but I understand cleaning is not for everyone. I like to know it's done properly.
Great video! One question, where did you get the front fork shields? Thanks
Thank you! The direct link to the ones I purchased are here, never had issues and they've been on nearly a year, thanks for watching www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Bike-It-Universal-Motorcycle-Motorbike-Strap-Over-Fork-Protectors-Black-/264166273352?_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286
You spend more money on cleaning products than on the bike 😅 just joking good job 😊
I know right lol. Thanks for watching
Maybe you need some more cleaning products 😬
haha, yeah this was filmed in a day where shampoo that does it all wasn't a thing, or at least not mainstream
Great!
Keep It Up !!!!!
Kindly Check Your Insta Msg Req
How to clean a bike? Leave it out in a rainstorm and youre done!!
Spray some soap on it first 🤣
What’s with the voice 😂😊
If i could go back 2 years and ask myself, i would
Dont put brake cleaner on your tyres. Its not wise.
Have u had a bad experience with it then? Any evidence to support this? Because I've always done this and never come across any problems. Id rather that then risk silicone on my tyre edges. I'm keen to know as I wouldn't want to misinform others
A small side note. The vapours off solvents are often more powerful than the liquid. For example a process I am aware of for 3D printing ABS is to place the printed part in a box with a small vessel of warm IPA alcohol and leave it for a while in the vapours. It comes out with all the little ridge lines from the printing process melted smooth and glossy.
Also, fire safety! Those cleaners (brake/chain/IPA) are explosively flammable. The vapours when ignited often produce a hair singeing cloud of flame for an instant, but the liquids can burn extremely hot with a flame invisible in daylight. I have seen the damage done to an electronics professional, who spilt IPA on his desk and it ignited. He couldn't see the flames, but him and his desk where covered in burning alcohol, including the air he was breathing.
Doing it outside is of course the preferred option, but be cause in a garage or even more so a shed!
After this , don't use it . 👏
After this, it rains 😅