Windshield cleaner

[Spyderfitter]

Good Morning everyone,
is there some special cleaner I need to use or should I just use some Iso Alcohol? Any helpful ideas is appreciated.:yes:

[Marker]

I use a an automotive glass cleaner that is safe for Lexan & window tinting film. Cannot use ammonia based cleaners windex. I use a clean microfiber cloth to wipe the windshield

[NancysToy]

I wouldn't use any product with alcohol or ammonia. Plain water is probably the best. Some people use hydrogen peroxide for the buggs. I use Windex Multipurpose with Vinegar successfully on all my windshields. Some swear by Pledge or similar products, but they leave a sheen for me that causes raibows when viewed with polarized glasses. Non-abrasive products made for plastics or aircraft windshields, such as Plexus, work well. I like the one Cee Bailey markets.

[SPYD1]

Same Windex used here!

[jthornton]

Microfine cloth and Honda polish... keeps your windshield clean and scratch free!

JT

[KAPike]

I keep a micro fiber cloth and a spray can of Plexus Plastic Cleaner in the rear cargo trunk all the time, Quick wipe after each ride keeps the windshield and the entire front end nice and clean.

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[Spyderfitz]

Windex or half hydrogen peroxide and water works great.

[bzbaeren]

I use the half water half hydrogen peroxide for bugs and just soap and water when I clean the whole machine.:doorag:

[Hokiev]

I use Honda Spray Polish on everything on the Spyder including windshield. Similar to Plexis and cheaper.

[stevedfive]

I use both Plexus and Honda Cleaner & Polish.

[OldCowboy]

"Do not clean acrylic or polycarbonate screens with common glass cleaners. The solvent action of the alcohol or ammonia will destroy the plastic." National Cycle http://www.nationalcycle.com/WhyBuy/chapter6.html

"Never clean a motorcycle windshield with traditional glass cleaner. Products containing ammonia or alcohol will damage Plexiglas windshields on contact. Do not use paper products, such as paper towels, on a motorcycle windshield. Paper products contain wood fibers that will create fine scratches on the surface of the windshield." How to Clean a Plexiglas Windshield on a Motorcycle | eHow (http://www.ehow.com/how_4811857_clean-plexiglas-windshield-motorcycle.html#ixzz2UWCC2vn8) http://www.ehow.com/how_4811857_clean-plexiglas-windshield-motorcycle.html#ixzz2UWCC2vn8

"Have you ever noticed those windshields that look as if something is scratching or flaking off on them? Chances are, you're looking at a windshield that's been cleaned with an ammonia-based product like Windex. Ammonia-based cleaners and Lexan windshields do not go together. Windex is meant to be used on glass and glass only." http://www.thunderingeaglemotorsports.com/MotorcycleWindshieldCare.php
(http://www.thunderingeaglemotorsports.com/MotorcycleWindshieldCare.php)
"...avoid glass-cleansing agents such as Windex, or petroleum-based chemicals such as Rain-X and Armor All -- the solvent action of the alcohol in these products can be harmful to some shields." http://www.motorcyclecruiser.com/tech/windshield_care_cleaning/#ixzz2UWE351Cs (http://www.motorcyclecruiser.com/tech/windshield_care_cleaning/#ixzz2UWE351Cs)

"Do not use Lock tite, ammonia, bleach, Windex, Rain X, or any other type of kitchen cleaning products." http://www.ceebaileys.com/cycle/windshieldcare.html

"The original equipment Honda Gold Wing GL1500 and GL1800 windshield is made of hard coated polycarbonate. Most other manufacturers shields are the same. While polycarbonate is great stuff, if you use cleaner containing alcohol or ammonia (including Windex® or Pledge®), you start softening the hard coating , exposing the windshield to greater tendency to scratches or pitting. Windex, Pledge and other alcohol-based household cleaners work great on glass, but aren't meant for synthetics. WARNING: Do not use Rain-X® on any coated windshield!" http://www.allamericanprod.com/hints.html

[ARtraveler]

I have been waiting to try the hyrodgen peroxide. Now that the bugs are out--I am going to give that a try.

[rojodawg]

I use Detailer's Pro Plex-All and a microfiber towel. It's about half the price of Plexus and performs just as well IMHO. It comes out of the can as a light foam, so you get good coverage with a small amount. A 19 oz can will cost you $10-13, but will last a LONG time. ;)

[Motorcycledave]

Good ole soap and water with a soft cloth works just fine and is almost free

[jthornton]

Good ole soap and water with a soft cloth works just fine and is almost free

Too bad it doesn't come in a spray can that won't leak in the trunk... I have a hard time finding rinse water and my shammy when I'm on the road. Honda Cleaner not only cleans every surface, it protects the finish but it ain't free.

JT

[Ga Blue Knight]

Place a wet microfiber cloth on the windshield if it has lots of hard bug residue and let it sit for ten min or so then wipe off. Works great. When wiping dont use too much pressure as the bug exoskeleton is very hard and abrasive.

[TexasSpyder]

I carry an old windex bottle filled with RO water with a teaspoon of dishwashing liquid mixed in and microfibre cloths. At each fuel stop if needed I give it a shot and wipe the bugs and dirt off.

J. D.

[Farmbanker]

The Wizards Mist n Shine works great as well and is pretty inexpensive. It is for plastic. I carry a small bottle with me all the time...

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[Highwayman2013]

A wet (saturated) towel works great. Just leave it on there a few minutes viola bugs gone.

[cpdblegl]

When the shield is covered with bugs, I always leave a well soaked towel draped over it over night... followed in the morning by Pleaxus cleaner for a wonderfully clean surface to see through. ;)

[MikeinGA]

I use a gallon regular blue auto windshield cleaner for 32+ degree and a gallon yellow auto windshield cleaner for bugs. Then I mix them 50/50 and use a spray bottle and soft windshield cleaning rag. I spray on the mix and let it for sit for a few minutes and bugs comes off without rubbing hard. I got this mix from a motorcycle windshield manufacture That's IMHO.

Mike

[NancysToy]

I use a gallon regular blue auto windshield cleaner for 32+ degree and a gallon yellow auto windshield cleaner for bugs. Then I mix them 50/50 and use a spray bottle and soft windshield cleaning rag. I spray on the mix and let it for sit for a few minutes and bugs comes off without rubbing hard. I got this mix from a motorcycle windshield manufacture That's IMHO.

Mike
That sounds interesting. I think I'll try it.

[dave01]

When the shield is covered with bugs, I always leave a well soaked towel draped over it over night... followed in the morning by Pleaxus cleaner for a wonderfully clean surface to see through. ;)
Same way I have always done it. No scratches and a nice clear shield.

[Dliles6254]

Microfine cloth and Honda polish... keeps your windshield clean and scratch free!

JT

I use the Honda cleaner as well, it works well on the windshield, really it works good on every part of the spyder

[jthornton]

I use the Honda cleaner as well, it works well on the windshield, really it works good on every part of the spyder

Yep, I use it on everything except rubber and leather (seat, tires, grips).

JT

[Rando]

From www.calsci.com (http://www.calsci.com)

Cleaning your Windshield

We make our own cleaning fluid. When you buy a windshield from us, we give you a small spray bottle of cleaning fluid and a micro-fiber cleaning towel. Here's our "secret" washing fluid recipe, the result of testing about 25 different formulas:

Makes 1 quart = 1 liter windshield washing fluid
1/2 cup = 100ml ammonia (double this if you have a lot of bugs)
2 cups = 400ml isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol
1.5 tsp = 8ml car wash detergent (don't substitute dish soap or laundry detergent)
2 cups = 500ml water
We recommend using only micro-fiber cleaning towels on your windshield.

If you don't want to play home chemist, go to WalMart and buy a gallon of Peak Windshield Cleaner (blue), about $1, and a gallon of Peak Bug Remover / RainX (green), about $1.50. Mix them 50-50 and use that on your motorcycle and in your car.

By the way, in my opinion, their windshield is the best on the market!

[scooterexpress]

hydrogen peroxide and water doesn't work just tried it squirted on waited a few mins bug guts still there that was using the 50/50 mix.glad it only cost 1$ to try.sticking to "bug be gone" from auto store this i know works great.but it might work if you use it the moment you get the bug guts on but after 3days its not happening.j.m.o.