How to Wash a Motorcycle

Don't Forget the Nooks and Crannies

Hard to reach parts can be cleaned with a toothbrush.

Photo © Basem Wasef

You might not need to get your motorcycle to concours condition, but a toothbrush will go a long way towards making hard to reach parts look clean. Apply degreaser on the tip for non-chrome engine parts, and oil and grime will disappear.

• Why Wash it Yourself, and What You'll Need
• Prepping the Water
• De-Bug!
• Getting the Hard Parts Clean
• Don't Forget the Nooks and Crannies
• Erasing Brake Dust
• Washing the Body
• Last But Not Least, Dry