OCD cleaning...!

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Sullivj wrote:Yours is looking good.
So is yours.
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I wasn't totally happy with the downpipes, so following a tip on here, I purchased some of this:


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It's grittier than Autosol, but does seem to produce a better finish. It's £12 a pot, but you don't need lots.


I shall try again when I have more time, but after 10 minutes, I could already see an improvement.


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OMG if I'm not mistaken I can see some tarnish or dare I say rust on a cylinder head bolt 🙈
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UKDucatiman wrote: OMG if I'm not mistaken I can see some tarnish or dare I say rust on a cylinder head bolt 🙈

Good spot Sir. It's already on order from BMW, along with a few others!
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Even the block paving is spotless
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daverj wrote: Even the block paving is spotless

I have been known to hoover it!!


OCD is a terrible curse...


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The small wrenches are crooked 😳
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You guys slay me...


You REALLY clean a motorbike with a toothbrush???


My retirement plan involves a lot more riding and not a single bit more cleaning!


:alas: :alas: :alas: :alas: :alas:
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Wow. What a great cleaning job. I try to keep my bikes clean but....well, now a bit of shame may set in. I'm heading out to the barn now.
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