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How to Wash a Motorcycle

By Basem Wasef, About.com

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De-Bug!

Bugs and grime congregate on the nose.

Photo © Basem Wasef

Dead bugs and grime are the bane of every motorcyclist, but using the right tools will get them off your paint easier than you think.

Bug and tar removers work surprisingly well, and some people also use WD40 for this duty. Don't scrub too hard into the paint when loosening bugs, and be sure not to use the same sponge for other cleaning duties.

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