bugs (yuk)

[IntoTheWind]

Place a wet (hot) towel on the windshield or affected area for several minutes, rinse off with cold water problem solved. :thumbup:

 

[shrubs]

I use a 50/50 mixture of hydrogen peroxide and water. Spay on wherever bugs are, let set for couple minutes, wipe clean with WET microfiber cloth, then dry with a DRY microfiber cloth. I have done this for 2 years with excellent results and NO scratches anywhere.

Exactly. Been doing this for years on the bike, truck, and car; Works perfectly. I learned it from a friend in Florida who did this to remove the Florida love bugs from his bike.

 

[Kinalyx]

If u use a quality wax the bugs shouldnt be too stuck to begin with, then i like to use a bug & tar sponge (http://www.autogeek.net/pinsafscrub.html). And also, i know a lot of u guys are older, or at least old school when it comes to this stuff, but dish soap is bad for paint, and strips waxes/sealants as well. I always use a pH neutral car wash soap at the proper concentrate when doing a conventional wash.

I am a bit over the top when it comes to washing, but it always comes out perfect when done.

Any detailing related questions, feel free to PM me.

Shawn

 

[Tx web rider]

bug season whats that

we have the lovely critters airborne from jan 1 to dec 31

badges of warning for the critters in my way
i leave them on the lower valance as a warning to the rest lol

 

[SpyderBen]

Florida Love Bug invasion

There is a product called ?Bug & Tar" remover that is available at auto stores, that works really good.

 

[kwagar]

You might try Plexus Spray Cleaner which is formulated for fiberglass and all plastics. Made and used by Aircraft owners it now has a following among many bikers. Pricey but worth it IMHO.
I never leave home without it, great for touch ups and cleaning at any time. Works on Love bugs so should work on anything.

 

[bruiser]

Lay a wet towel on the windshield for a while and most will come off easily. Hydrogen peroxide can help with the rest. To be honests, almost anything wet does the job. While wet, a fingernail will scrape off the worst ones without scratching the windshield.

Just don't chew your fingernails afterward. :shocked:

 

[A1A]

Looks like everybody has there own special bug cleaning products. My favorite is ProtechAll for the windshield. For all the other body plastic; Original Bike Spirts Spray Cleaner & Polish (use to be known as Honda Spray Cleaner & Polish) works great. I have used these products for years.

 

[NancysToy]

Just don't chew your fingernails afterward. :shocked:

You will only do it once...they taste real bad after that. :roflblack:

 

[SpyderAnn01]

I just saw a story on the evening news that 17 year Cicadas are going to awaken in the next few weeks in North Carolina. :yikes: That news could actually make me reconsider attending the Owners Event. I can vividly remember a similar outbreak in Illinois when I was a teen. YUCK

 

[Bob Denman]

I just saw a story on the evening news that 17 year Cicadas are going to awaken in the next few weeks in North Carolina. :yikes: That news could actually make me reconsider attending the Owners Event. I can vividly remember a similar outbreak in Illinois when I was a teen. YUCK

Anne,
A quick question: what happened with Nebraska? :roflblack:

 

[SpyderAnn01]

Anne,
A quick question: what happened with Nebraska? :roflblack:

Nothing against Nebraska it just hasn't crossed my path yet!

 

[Justryde]

Bugs

Plexus

 

[bruiser]

Lamont posted a while back about a product used on aircraft. Still searching, will post when I find it.

 

[kwagar]

Lamont posted a while back about a product used on aircraft. Still searching, will post when I find it.

I believe you will find that product to be Plexus!

 

[Bob Denman]

Nothing against Nebraska it just hasn't crossed my path yet!

I was just curious; it seems as if you've worked your way around it...

I was worried that it have been something that they said? :shocked: :roflblack:


Bear in mind that my map has more blank spots than a multiple choice; fill in the box, standardized test! pps:

 

[SpyderAnn01]

I was just curious; it seems as if you've worked your way around it...

I was worried that it have been something that they said? :shocked: :roflblack:


Bear in mind that my map has more blank spots than a multiple choice; fill in the box, standardized test! pps:

I did go through there in a car and they have lots of those CAFOs (Consolidated Animal Feeding Operations) which translates to many stinky miles. Tolerable in a car but could be deadly on your Spyder. :roflblack:

 

[cgistudio]

Bug Slide is great because when bugs get on the they wipe off easy.

 

[Bob Denman]

I did go through there in a car and they have lots of those CAFOs (Consolidated Animal Feeding Operations) which translates to many stinky miles. Tolerable in a car but could be deadly on your Spyder. :roflblack:

CAFOs? :shocked:
The best defense is a good offense!

(Sorry...pps