What's best for Cleaning the Windshield? Anyone use Pledge?

[Deanna777]

I just soap and water on my windshield.

Deanna

 

[jredman]

Is there any cleaners that do not have a strong odor. I have tried Plexus but the odor is too strong for me.

Thanks

I have been using Novus Plastic Clean and Shine for year. No odor and perfect for windhields and paint.

 

[eddieshep999]

:gaah::gaah::gaah:.... Unless you have an F-4 windshield ....NEVER use a paper towel .... it's made from WOOD fibers and will scratch and scuff the plastic , same goes for Ammonia & Bleach ..... good luck .... Mike :thumbup:

Re my earlier post I do have an F4 windshield and the paper towel is in their instructions for cleaning their windshields

 

[Speedy88]

I use BugSlide on my bike and windshield. It works great for all surfaces. Does not yellow or scratch. It's what all the Harley guys use on chrome, paint and windshield.

 

[rmag]

I use windex and paper towels on my F4. Easy peasy.

 

[pidjones]

I soften bugs (on the GL1800) with drug store hydrogen peroxide, wipe them off with a microfiber cloth, then polish with Original Bike Spirits.

 

[tofriendscreek]

On my F4 Custom windshield it’s a spray made with 1/3 hydrogen peroxide, 2/3 water, spray and wipe it off with terry, micro, paper towel or whatever is handy. The imperfections in my windshield are from rocks, etc., I encounter while ryding, not from cleaning it. Simple solution, cheap, quick and clear.

 

[Wmoater]

Pledge has a nice odor. That’s what I use. Water, soak and wipe off then pledge.

 

[irvin48]

protectall spray wax or any good spray detailer and microfiber towels. use the same on the bike.

 

[KX5062]

Meguiar's G3626 Ultimate Waterless Wash & Wax is what I use. It has a strong, but pleasant odor that could bother you. It works really well without any long term issues to clear plastics.

That being said if odors bother you, soak a towel in water and place it over the windshield to rehydrate the bugs. Let is soak for about 5-10 minutes than just wipe off with a soft clean and dry towel.

Like Mike said never use paper towels or any product with ammonia because they'll damage the clear protective coating on the plastic material. Ammonia free Windex is okay, but regular is not. Windex with vinegar is questionable as I've not read anything definitive on it.

 

[Longtimer]

I know this been asked before but I only found a couple of replies so what are you using to clean and care for your windshield. When I clean mine like I have done for years I just take a micro cloth and wet it and lay on it for while them wipe it off works great but I am looking for something for when it raining for the water to run off. Thanks

 

[carbonation]

I clean my windshield with lots of water, a drop or two of dawn, then polish with Original Bike Spirits.
If it's really buggy, a towel soaked in hot water covers the screen for a while before cleaning.

 

[2dogs]

Rainx for plastic. ONLY........

 

[broderp]

I use DIY Rinseless Wash followed by RainX for plastic.

I just need to mist the DIY Rinseless Wash, let it sit for a few seconds then wipe it off with a microfiber towel. I do this twice. (If really dirty, I mist it pretty heavily and let it soak for a minute then wipe.) I then mist on the RainX and use a second microfiber cloth to evenly apply. Simple and effective. Takes less than a minute, I do it every night when parking in the garage to remove the days bugs.

I'm not affiliated with DIY Detail, but the Rinseless Wash is AMAZING. When diluted with distilled water (It's concentrated; one or two cap fulls to a gallon of water for spray bottle cleaning.) and when done properly, no water spots on painted parts or windshield. Slight over spray evaporate with no water spots.

:cheers:

 

[SLICE]

Novus plastic cleaner, I've been using it for 20 + years.

 

[Dasmoetorhead]

Novus plastic cleaner, I've been using it for 20 + years.

That's good stuff.
I just use the same spray on detailer I use on the rest of my bike. (Meguiar's) been using it for the past 30 years. I use it on my faceshield as well. Never had a scratch or any fogging or discoloration. I don't feel the need to use a specific cleaner, that probably cost more.

 

[Fjrwillie]

For the windshield and visor on helmet. I don't leave home without it

https://www.amazon.com/HONDA-08732-...se&keywords=honda+clean&qid=1729998877&sr=8-1

Willie

 

[bikerbillone]

Hard to believe this thread has been running since May 2009, if it were an oil thread, lots of hair would be on fire. :clap:

 

[ARtraveler]

Wow! You folks are good.

ldpost:

Just an FYI: this post goes back to May/2009. I think this is the oldest revival in a long time.

The thread has been dormant since 2021.

The info is still relevant. :yes:

 

[Smitty42]

Just transitioned from off-road riding to the Spyder. Many of those that I rode with had side-by-sides with a polycarbonate windshield from SuperATV and their recommendations are as follows:

Proper windshield care starts with the right supplies. But before we get into that, let’s start by looking at some items you should NEVER reach for when cleaning a polycarbonate windshield:

Wiper blades
Scrapers and/or squeegees
Brushes
Pressure washers
Windex
Windshield cleaners
Anything with alcohol and/or ammonia
Any type of dry or abrasive material
All of these materials will wreak havoc on a polycarbonate windshield, especially if it’s not hard coated (more on that later).

So what can you use? Polycarbonate windshield care is actually really simple. You’ll just need a few basic items that you probably already have at home:

Squirt bottle
Warm water
Gentle dish soap or baby shampoo
Clean microfiber cloth
Chamois