Yes, the bike will be SORN'ed at the end of October and tucked away until 1st April. Although, there is still usually salt around on the roads in April.Levisp wrote:I'm guessing the bike is not used in winter and is kept well away from salt.
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I think that helps a lot in keeping the bike looking like new. I think how you use your bike an all over ACF50 spray is OTT. I have always maintained if the bike is clean and dry then it cannot rust. Protect with what ever takes your fancy will help shift dirt when cleaning. I use wax to protect surfaces. I use ACF50 but only a very small amount applied with a brush on parts either hidden or likely to corrode with salt. One of my best buys was the air blower to dry the bike in winter. I think that alone has kept my bike like yours looking like new.
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Agreed, there is no way I would have attempted to wash the bike the way I did without the pet dryer to displace the water and dry it off.Levisp wrote:One of my best buys was the air blower to dry the bike in winter.
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Easyrider5258 wrote: I am reluctant to get dragged into the Muc-Off debate again........
Jesus! I only asked
Honestly its the first time I have heard of any problems with it! I don't use it personally but there is loads that swear by it
I will have a google and see whats what
Although I have heard they changed the product to make it more environmentally friendly! Could it have been the old one that was the issue?
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Found this posted on a Triumph forum, "Muc Off" cleaner no more? | Triumph Rat Motorcycle Forums
"After many tries, he spoke to a chap named Alex, a director at Muc Off, and through a series of conversations and his own research, Fillingham deemed Muc Off has a "sodium, salt" ingredient that actually has anti-corrosive properties and is completely safe for washing your bike, possibly having the additional benefit of using an anti-corrosive for your machine."
This video is quiet lengthy but very interesting, https://youtu.be/CDZmVqablYg
There are some comments in the video about the chemical formula of Muc-Off being changed to allow it to be sold worldwide rather than just in the UK & EU.
"After many tries, he spoke to a chap named Alex, a director at Muc Off, and through a series of conversations and his own research, Fillingham deemed Muc Off has a "sodium, salt" ingredient that actually has anti-corrosive properties and is completely safe for washing your bike, possibly having the additional benefit of using an anti-corrosive for your machine."
This video is quiet lengthy but very interesting, https://youtu.be/CDZmVqablYg
There are some comments in the video about the chemical formula of Muc-Off being changed to allow it to be sold worldwide rather than just in the UK & EU.
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With the RT now tucked away, I'm continuing to use my XJ650. The application of GT85 seems to be proving successful. Been out a couple of times, most recently, just hosed the bike off and the dirt lifted away without any detergent or scrubbing. Dried the bike and re-applied some GT85. At £3 a tin from Halfords, it's well worth it.
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David. wrote: With the RT now tucked away, I'm continuing to use my XJ650. The application of GT85 seems to be proving successful. Been out a couple of times, most recently, just hosed the bike off and the dirt lifted away without any detergent or scrubbing. Dried the bike and re-applied some GT85. At £3 a tin from Halfords, it's well worth it.
Thats good to hear but I think the real test is when salt arrives. I get the impression that GT85 acts like my Poorboys wax. Protects the surface and makes it easier to get dirt off. But for salt protection I think ACF50 will win. I like to combine the two. Have never like the idea of spraying the whole bike in ACF50 but instead paint on a very small amount in areas where salt could attack the finish nuts bolts brake unions etc. I think a lot of people probable use too much of the stuff and then get a mess. I also use it on the sides of the chain (obviously not RT) as I use a dry lube and the ACF stops any rust in the worst of winter. Like most things combining products probably gets the best results.
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Maybe we should also consider XCP porducts:
[size=2px]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wBgF07I7TQM[/size]
[size=2px]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wBgF07I7TQM[/size]
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All Year Biker offer both ACF-50 and XCP treatment options, Treatment options that benefit your bike – All Year Biker
AYB suggest XCP offers a greater protection level vs ACF-50.
AYB suggest XCP offers a greater protection level vs ACF-50.
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Sullivj wrote: Maybe we should also consider XCP porducts:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wBgF07I7TQM
Interesting video. Might try XCP clear coat. Looks like it sprays well unlike ACF50 from can. Bennetts guy has also done a thorough test on cleaning products. Always kept away from washing up liquid but apparently it does not contain salts that cause corrosion ! New one on me. I use a car wash for bodywork and any really grubby areas sDoc 100 and agitate with a brush. But if I run out of car wash then washing up liquid will do the job without causing any issues. Good to know.
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XCP Profesional - Rust Blocker CLEAR COAT - YouTubeLevisp wrote:Might try XCP clear coat. Looks like it sprays well unlike ACF50 from can.