How to Properly Wash a Dirt Bike • 3 Steps to Keep Your Ride Fresh!!

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  • čas přidán 27. 08. 2019
  • Washing a dirt bike may sound like a simple job, but if you want to do it correctly you need to know the basics. In this video we give a bunch of tips and tricks to help maintain and preserve your ride for however long you have it! Here's our 3 steps:
    1) Pre-Wash Tips
    2) Washing & Scrubbing
    3) Post-Wash Care
    Let us know in the comments below which tips worked best for you!!
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Komentáře • 521

  • @LuisGarcia-co8qm
    @LuisGarcia-co8qm Před 4 lety +1299

    *I wash my bike better than my self*

  • @vyt
    @vyt Před 3 lety +43

    Friend: How well do you wash your bike?
    Me: *yes*

  • @kimmixerxs
    @kimmixerxs Před 4 lety +36

    Wow, l never realized how intricate it is to wash a dirt bike.

  • @RuskingArms666
    @RuskingArms666 Před 4 lety +340

    Hey since I don't own a helicopter, is there a possibility that my bike is not gonna be as clean as yours?
    (Asking for a friend)

  • @oreo6990
    @oreo6990 Před 4 lety +113

    It’s called Scotch brite

    • @monstrous_raccoon
      @monstrous_raccoon Před 4 lety +14

      It's called bad idea 😜
      Might as well use sandpaper 😉

    • @luke9299
      @luke9299 Před 4 lety +1

      monstrous raccoon how

    • @oreo6990
      @oreo6990 Před 4 lety +3

      monstrous raccoon have u actually used it buddy?

    • @robsinHL
      @robsinHL Před 4 lety +2

      @@monstrous_raccoon bad idea to use on paint for sure, will scratch raw metal too, but probably not enough to notice / care in some places on the frame.

    • @mareksumguy1887
      @mareksumguy1887 Před 4 lety +10

      Yeah God forbid you scratch raw aluminium... that’s already scratched from the factory.

  • @mxhorsepower
    @mxhorsepower Před rokem

    Best video on the channel right here. Very useful.

  • @scoremxcom
    @scoremxcom Před 3 lety +30

    "Is that a helicopter?" - No, it's a giant *dragonfly* with a wet air filter.

  • @Iplumb4mymoney
    @Iplumb4mymoney Před 9 měsíci

    Love all your videos! Thank you for all the info you share.

  • @nikitatrubitsin1047
    @nikitatrubitsin1047 Před 4 lety +10

    Thank you for great tips! Now i will flip my bike side to side while washing =)
    Little addition, hope that can help someone
    1. If you dont have foam generator - use big sponge with laundry soap. Laundry soap can be mixed with soda if needed to clean metal parts to shine. (This tip save your money because shampoop is poop =D joking... shampoo is expensive and last no long.
    2. Use plastic bags to fill exhaust pipe and air filter box - you can re-use it and it cowers great if you tamp bag properly. (Save your money - no tape wasting)
    3. Check your progression links - wery vulnerably for dirt while rideing trough mud puddles, especially on high speed. Clean and regrease it with waterproof consistent grease. (If bearing get rust - you need to replace them so you loose money and wasting bearings.)

  • @qq7647
    @qq7647 Před 4 lety +1

    The music in your videos...is plain fantastic !

  • @robertwoods2505
    @robertwoods2505 Před 2 lety

    Great job! Very complete and thank you for sharing it.

  • @PynkPwny
    @PynkPwny Před 4 lety +24

    Brillo is a brand name and typically a metal scrubbing pad, the green pad you are using is called a scouring pad although most people call them Scotch Brite pads, but that is a brand name. Great videos and love your content!

  • @stonergaming4629
    @stonergaming4629 Před 2 lety +1

    I really enjoy watching your videos, you’re very knowledgeable and I like how you explain things. I’ve learned a lot from you man

  • @jaredtuks601
    @jaredtuks601 Před 2 lety +1

    When ever I need a dirtbike tip or what not to do i just look at this channel it helps me with everything.-

  • @brydenturnbull9749
    @brydenturnbull9749 Před 4 lety +1

    I have watched you guys videos for a while and all of them are helpful big fan from South Africa

  • @aarfdood
    @aarfdood Před 3 lety

    Love your videos. Very informative and you have a bright, entertaining disposition....and great hair.

  • @KosmicHRTRacingTeam
    @KosmicHRTRacingTeam Před 3 lety +8

    Leaf blower works better, larger area covered and you don’t have to have a compressor keep going on. I’ve got both but now prefer a cordless leaf blower method.

  • @ha-y-nkinealoha1852
    @ha-y-nkinealoha1852 Před 2 lety

    Thank you very much for this video, very helpful.

  • @daverush9675
    @daverush9675 Před 4 lety +49

    WD-40 displaces moisture preventing flash rust and Conditions rubber and plastics

    • @bobyolstunts2725
      @bobyolstunts2725 Před 3 lety

      This is true. Ive heard of track racers on streetbikes putting wd40 on their tires on wet days. Supposed to help their slicks grip better.
      But idk lmao. Never would try my g.

  • @failtoactdrummer
    @failtoactdrummer Před 4 lety +1

    Bikes looking great hope the winner appreciates the work done to it

  • @pablocalderon555
    @pablocalderon555 Před 4 lety +5

    Quedo genial , saludos desde monterrey mexico !

  • @ron6471
    @ron6471 Před 4 lety +126

    Ronnie Mac: jokes on you, I don’t have any fenders to wash!

  • @Gary-ef6qo
    @Gary-ef6qo Před 4 lety

    Great video. Many thanks

  • @hickokaviation2249
    @hickokaviation2249 Před rokem

    Thank you

  • @ethanvp734
    @ethanvp734 Před 4 lety +62

    Hi guys massive fan down here in Australia love your vids

  • @off-roadch5353
    @off-roadch5353 Před 2 lety

    The best video. It's very helpful.

  • @Gileser301
    @Gileser301 Před 4 lety +1

    Just in time for winter yayyy ...

  • @kedrshr1mp6
    @kedrshr1mp6 Před 4 lety

    Very informative, and entertaining. Good video, cheers from straya.

  • @nilcomultilateralinc3791

    Thanks for your demo wash to your bike sir.

  • @danielhoppley2961
    @danielhoppley2961 Před 2 lety

    Wow looks really awesome

  • @TheEvansRacing
    @TheEvansRacing Před 4 lety +1

    Scotch Bright :) Love from Australia!

  • @b-radsadventures6846
    @b-radsadventures6846 Před rokem

    Big help for this new guy riding DS. Thank you! (The product name you're looking for is Scotch-Brite...which will scuff up everything plastic and painted if you use the green one in your video. Try the blue ones.) Try a nylon mesh sponge. Also works great on cars for bug and sap removal.

  • @hakkzii3863
    @hakkzii3863 Před 3 lety

    I just got a new one a week ago going off-roading it was blue and white now it’s brown from off-roading but it’s back to normal now it worked really good

  • @davidwhetton5675
    @davidwhetton5675 Před 3 lety

    Excellent video- subscribed!

  • @ScottRidesHonda
    @ScottRidesHonda Před 4 lety +12

    When the mud is dry I like to hit the fenders a couple times. The plastic is flexible, the dry clay not so much.

  • @tawaynedick7737
    @tawaynedick7737 Před 4 lety +5

    Thanks for the advice it was a great video 👍

    • @TheMxFactory
      @TheMxFactory  Před 4 lety +2

      Thanks for watching! We are glad you found some useful advice!

  • @Trillian
    @Trillian Před 2 lety

    Really good vid! Thanks man

  • @joshsrcadventures5297
    @joshsrcadventures5297 Před 4 lety +8

    I wash my bike the same exact way, but I really really like to use the airbox wash boot. No chances of your filter getting wet or water in your carburetor. I just recently started to race Motocross thank you guys for all your advice you're great..

  • @chrisjesv4291
    @chrisjesv4291 Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks lol can’t wait to wash my bike

  • @monstermoto7906
    @monstermoto7906 Před 4 lety +4

    Really good video. Thanks guys, y'all help me learn a lot about how to do different things with my bike.

  • @anthonyatherton5994
    @anthonyatherton5994 Před 4 lety

    Hi guys you can’t beat a clean Mx bike AWESOME 💰💰

  • @shannonharvey7074
    @shannonharvey7074 Před 4 lety +1

    Good info , really enjoy all your videos , even when your trying to be funny lol 👍 Thanks

  • @aliennetwork08
    @aliennetwork08 Před rokem

    Thanks for the vid

  • @jeinelson
    @jeinelson Před 2 lety

    I got a lot of time for this bloke. 👌🏽

  • @hmdalimdalim6711
    @hmdalimdalim6711 Před 3 lety

    Good job

  • @jajones43
    @jajones43 Před 2 měsíci

    Sc1 for the win

  • @saffirrahsalim2219
    @saffirrahsalim2219 Před 3 lety

    im from trinidad and im gonna buy one soon so im watching alot of videos

  • @wenke29
    @wenke29 Před 3 lety

    really nice

  • @cwatson42785
    @cwatson42785 Před 3 lety +8

    Just bought my first bike, guess I need to buy a power washer next!

    • @ONLYaUNCfan
      @ONLYaUNCfan Před 3 měsíci

      Did you buy a pressure washer?

    • @cwatson42785
      @cwatson42785 Před 3 měsíci

      @ONLYaUNCfan Nah I just wash it by hand and then put it in the sun and run it for 5 min. Don't really need one although I haven't gotten mine super dirty yet

  • @MoTorJackMe
    @MoTorJackMe Před 3 lety

    Nice tips...

  • @MRRANDOM1
    @MRRANDOM1 Před 4 lety

    Good Video Bro

  • @fuckcoppas4life
    @fuckcoppas4life Před rokem

    Hey mate great video just curious when washing bike what areas don't you get wet other than plugging exhaust?

  • @markvalente480
    @markvalente480 Před 4 lety +1

    I use a leaf blower to dry, being careful around bearings.

  • @emker7772
    @emker7772 Před 4 lety +5

    Oh God, I m so bad in this department. Thank you for this video.

  • @clappedgmc08
    @clappedgmc08 Před 4 lety

    Awesome

  • @NORIZZ315
    @NORIZZ315 Před 4 lety +1

    Hey there, I have a 2011 yz450f. How long does the air filter need to sit before running the engine again safely? Just so nothing gets in the carb, etc..

  • @Danielxperez14
    @Danielxperez14 Před rokem +1

    A quick tip coming from a detailer: use good high foaming soap for more cleaning time, good chemicals will knock off the dirt and grime easy and not much elbow grease is needed.

  • @mohaymensampillo7789
    @mohaymensampillo7789 Před 3 lety

    Hey bro I'm your Filipino fans😊

  • @amandabailey3965
    @amandabailey3965 Před 4 lety

    sick vid from nz

  • @bigfloppa2089
    @bigfloppa2089 Před 2 lety +1

    how often should I deep clean the bike? (i live near a packed dirt course) @The Mx Factory

  • @nickwhyte24
    @nickwhyte24 Před 4 lety

    You should do a video on how to berm blast.

  • @just_in_time5518
    @just_in_time5518 Před rokem

    This guys mullet is mint! 🤣

  • @katieb8144
    @katieb8144 Před 4 lety

    this is like park tool but for MX and more psyched

  • @jaycroy1537
    @jaycroy1537 Před 4 lety +2

    tyler like this!!!!!!!!!

  • @ariella2319
    @ariella2319 Před 3 lety

    thanks for this video i didnt know that you should wash the bike you nicely

  • @tipsysmichigander6483
    @tipsysmichigander6483 Před 4 lety +1

    I use brillo pads as air filters instead of foam on thenold pw80 enclosed air filter boxes. More air flow but still keeps all the shit out.

  • @trxshloner7243
    @trxshloner7243 Před 4 lety

    How do you plug the filter hole? What tools or items are needed to do so?

  • @buster332
    @buster332 Před 4 lety +2

    Elbow grease is an amazing product for cleaning the bike and it only costs about 90p a bottle

  • @delusionspodcast
    @delusionspodcast Před 3 lety +1

    Sweet "in da club" remix

  • @horvathpeti8117
    @horvathpeti8117 Před 4 lety

    Hey guys! Great video! How to do the stepdown turnaroud?

    • @nicki3305
      @nicki3305 Před 3 lety

      Horváth Peti are you Hungarian?

  • @bronzenwoolsey7280
    @bronzenwoolsey7280 Před 3 lety +3

    Spray the whole bike down with sc1 after. That stuff is great

    • @Rteqs
      @Rteqs Před 3 lety +1

      Yea it is!!!!!!!! And smells great!!

  • @nickg5275
    @nickg5275 Před 2 lety

    What’s the link for the soap. Or what should I use

  • @El650Jefe
    @El650Jefe Před 3 lety +3

    If your filters get wet how long should you let it dry before riding?

  • @VariteZ
    @VariteZ Před 4 lety +5

    I was literally trying to figure out the best way to wash my bike

  • @exup250
    @exup250 Před 4 lety +18

    nice video, I'd add the following:
    - you didn't specify to clean inside the airbox, it will likely be filthy and a very important spot to have clean
    - be carfeul with air near the radiatior and seals.
    - Inox or WD40 sprayed under the fenders will help stop mud build up on next ride.
    Looking forward to more vids :)

    • @socks2441
      @socks2441 Před 2 lety +2

      the wd40 for mud build up is a good tip. im guessing silicon spray or anything slippery would be just as good, and as a bonus be good for the plastics.

    • @exup250
      @exup250 Před 2 lety +2

      @@socks2441 yeah - silicone, lanolin, all that sorta stuff.

  • @anthonypuckett2795
    @anthonypuckett2795 Před 4 lety +19

    Imagine having access to a helicopter aka a GIANT FAN and still using a puny air hose to dry your bike.

  • @crispypieces4193
    @crispypieces4193 Před 3 lety

    I use a hose and a old toilet scrubber it works good

  • @francispacheco8730
    @francispacheco8730 Před 3 lety

    I dont have a dirt bike but im saving this video for the future 😂

    • @foonigan3571
      @foonigan3571 Před 3 lety

      hey it comes with time i just got one and its a ttr 110 and im 14 way to big for that bike but hey it works keep saving up or be like me do some chores for a negibor and in turn get a bike !

  • @hasmitrathod7071
    @hasmitrathod7071 Před 4 lety

    Sir yamaha 2006 yz125 2stock..
    What oil do you put with petrol?

  • @foonigan3571
    @foonigan3571 Před 3 lety +1

    so i have an electric start and a kick start so is it ok to spray it with the electric start? the only reason i said i have a kick too is cuz i dont want anyone replying to me what a whimp no im a kick guy. how do you do it tho with the battery and all?

  • @tycewowens810
    @tycewowens810 Před 3 lety

    @The Mx Factory what pressure do you use

  • @kings17court
    @kings17court Před 4 lety +1

    If I remember correctly from a recent Q&A during a Tuesday training session, someone asked about what you use to wash your bike, and I thought you said straight Simple Green. But there was no Simple Green used in this video. ???

  • @drewsworld8227
    @drewsworld8227 Před 2 lety +1

    where do i get a air hose?

  • @lessshgooo6949
    @lessshgooo6949 Před 2 lety

    That helicopter skit 😂

  • @mahandda
    @mahandda Před 4 lety

    Great vid! Just wondering tho... why did you leave the seat on and pressure wash it? Ive always heard thats bad

    • @bikerdude6119
      @bikerdude6119 Před 4 lety

      It can be , the foam can deteriorate. they make air filter covers for the intake

  • @GadgetGlobetrotter
    @GadgetGlobetrotter Před 3 lety

    How many hours do you spend cleaning, drying, lubing, detailing, each bike?

  • @Engloid
    @Engloid Před 3 lety +1

    Just a FYI...SOS and Brillo are metal wire, like steel wool. What you have there is Scotchbrite.

  • @Wurded
    @Wurded Před 4 lety

    You should get the supreme dirt bike when it comes out

  • @CrosserKid
    @CrosserKid Před 4 lety

    Hi don't know if you can help. Have had pit bikes for years and have always used dish soap and water to clean the air filter as couldn't afford proper solvent. Have used gaseline once but then the filter started letting dust through. Have now moved up to a big bike and want to keep it pristine however can't afford all the proper solvents for cleaning (still use the correct oil though.) What I want to know is what's the best solution? Is dish soap and water enough to clean it or what shall I use?

  • @arvy9254
    @arvy9254 Před 3 lety

    So how long before air filter is dry? And can I just take it out before washing bike?

  • @robertsharrock188s
    @robertsharrock188s Před 4 lety +2

    You guys need to link the foam product. Fulfillment links for $

  • @derykw1107
    @derykw1107 Před 3 lety +1

    If you have a high power pressure washer just use the yellow tip or 50 degree

  • @Scorpion-mf8og
    @Scorpion-mf8og Před 3 lety +1

    What if you have a street legal dirt bike, should I worry about getting my switches soaking wet?

  • @oliverchapman2736
    @oliverchapman2736 Před 3 lety

    What if I start my bike while the air filter is wet. I tried this and the bike didn't start and could hear some water being sucked in so I decided to just leave it to dry. Also I have a large crack in the side of my air box cover. Will this affect the way my engine performs as it's been abit jittery

  • @Danman1972
    @Danman1972 Před 4 lety +1

    Brillo and SOS are brands that are steel wool. That little green pad is a 3M or "scotch" pad. All are abrasive and scrub.

  • @Ghost-user117
    @Ghost-user117 Před 2 lety

    “You don’t want to waste $20 bucks man that’s dinner!”
    That got me😂

  • @giannabalice2903
    @giannabalice2903 Před 3 lety

    where can i get the Air hose and the soap dispenser?

  • @thebossonator7630
    @thebossonator7630 Před rokem

    Can you get water in your carb from washing it with a presure washer?

  • @RishalRaj
    @RishalRaj Před rokem

    What is the pressure of the pressure washer that you're using?

  • @mareksumguy1887
    @mareksumguy1887 Před 4 lety

    YZ125 ftw!!!!