Triumph T120, WAXING, DETAILING & PROTECTING your motorcycle
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- čas přidán 6. 07. 2017
- Due to numerous requests here is a run down of products and the procedure I use to keep the Bonneville in shape!
Links
muc off miracle shine. www.amazon.co.uk/d/Vehicle-Po...
simoniz liquid carnauba wax. www.amazon.co.uk/d/h7b/Simoni...
Muc off tyre shine.www.amazon.co.uk/Muc-Off-Tyre...
gt85. www.amazon.co.uk/GT85-Water-d...
excel cloths. www.amazon.co.uk/Microfibre-E...
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Hi Stuart, couple of days back washed my bike and polished and sprayed it the exact same way you explained in the video. When I took the bike out yesterday got stuck in bad rain and the bike got dirty but after reaching home all I had to do was to run it down with some water and that's all I had to do.. No scrubbing or shampoo needed to get rid of the dirt. I just want to thank you for this guide and making our life so easy.
Your very welcome sir, thank you for watching!
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So, so informative, you sound like a genuine bloke, thanks very much for your insight and professionalism.
Stuart, i have never seen a better looking bike. Beautiful looking finish. Well done man, its a credit to you. I ride a Kawasaki but absolutely love Triumph. Ride safe.
my family are looking at me like im mad watching this ..............they dont understand,brilliant video.
I'm waiting for delivery of my 2019 Triumph Bonneville T120 Diamond Edition here in New Orleans. So very different from the 1978 Bonnie I rode during law school. Not that I miss Amal carbs and ticklers.
Your excellent video will come in handy here. We're a semi-tropical climate, with high humidity, buckets of rain, and long hot summers. I've filed this video away for future use. Great tips on the products and the application process. Thanks Stuart!
Thank you Stuart, I found this very informative, both as a how to and for your product recommendations. I shall now be in a better position to care for my new T120 when it hopefully arrives next month.
thank you Roger, congratulations on the new bike!
Fantastic video and thank you for sharing your knowledge, experiences and providing recommendations through your research. It's a pleasure watching your channel.
Your very welcome sir! thank you for watching!
Hey Stuart - Really enjoying your attention to detail on these videos. Thank you!
Thank you sir, and your very welcome!
Hi Stuart. At 48 i didn't think i had much to learn about detailing bikes but watched your vid and yes i do. I was due some new polish and had no idea what ro go for. I chose the simoniz liquid wax and the 85 aswell. My 120 black was nice already but it is nicer now and thats not just me imagining it. Black paint is a pig to shine up. Thank you.
Great video Stuart! I actually really liked the longer format...gave me enough time to eat my bowl of cereal and have a cup of coffee before it was all done.
I have just a month or so ago bought a 1999 Triumph Legend TT that is in really very good shape and the body work is quite good. It does need some attention to cleaning however and your video is a great addition to all the "how to wash your bike" videos out there. You video really does fill a gap!
Hi David Thanks for watching and I'm really glad this vid hit the spot for you!
Hi Stuart, great series of videos and very informative. I purchased a new T100 just a week ago and I'm applying your ideas and suggestions for keeping the bike looking its best. Thanks for taking the time to do it.
Regards
Gary Bailey - Brisbane, Australia.
Nice to hear Gary! Thank you for taking the time to watch and congratulations on your new machine!
Loved this video the first time I watched it, and had to review it again now that my bike has been repainted and stock of Muc Off Miracle Shine has arrived. Thanks again Stuart for exceptional videos. Cheers mate.
Is she back together? your very Shawn! and Thank you!
Not yet Stuart. I've got to install the tank 'Triumph' decals before the tank sides can be polished. And everything is getting 3 coats of Miracle Shine before being reinstalled... tank fuel pump and filters have been reinstalled in the tank though... I send a photo. 🙂
great videos showing loads of information easy to listen to without all that music which most people put on thanks again
Thank you Graham! Glad you found it useful! I did put some music on but kept the volume very low, I know some devices boost the volume and make it a bit obtrusive, so hopefully I got the balance right on this one!
thanks for
your reply
Your welcome, The least I can do!
Completely agree!
Your information here is top-notch. One of the best, most informative, interesting videos out there regarding the Triumph and its care. You should be able to find plenty of good paying jobs with that voice of yours also, in my opinion. Terrific stuff here sir. Cheers!
Thanks for your kind comment Charlie, and of course for watching!
Great video, very informative! I learned something about paint technology today. I'm glad you mentioned not applying petroleum-based products accidentally on your brakes/tires. I'd like to add that many car washes have wax in them and should also be avoided because the wax residue will remain on the tires as well.
hooeetube thank you sir glad you enjoyed it!
hooeetube I
I've been using the muck off miracle shine and it's great stuff. I can recommend this to anyone interested in trying it, it's a large tin, you get plenty, it smells nice of you're into that and it really brings the bike up to showroom standards.
Your best video yet. Always great to learn from someone who has real world experience. I've certainly learnt something about paint today. I paused the video when you were discussing the Simoniz wax so I could order some, only to find the Muc Off one is perhaps slightly better 😱. That will teach me for not waiting until the end 😉👍🏻. Also interesting to here your thoughts on Muc-Off, I just assumed it was bit of a con, so that's something else I've learnt today.
Nice to hear from you Dervman glad you enjoyed the video and found it helpful. To be honest all polishes are con in one way or another but some are better than others, The muc off might not be the best on the market but it is the best ive tested so far! and ive tested a few!
It does a good job,
Its in the right price range,
and its economical.
Its good enough until I discover something better!
Hey Stuart. What a fantastic video - really enjoyed it and yes would like to see the washing regime. Your Bonnie is still looking stunning after a year! You filled all the gaps I had about polishes and I have just ordered the Muc Off Miracle Shine on Amazon for £11.63 + free UK delivery. I wash and wax mine every Sunday afternoon along with the car (yes a bit OCD I know - it must be the military thing) and you've given me some cracking tips. Thankyou again sir for the excellent detail and of course the witty narration. Looking forward to next week.
your very welcome mr Bond! any other assistance I can give just get in touch with me on FB I am at your service sir!
Mr. Fillingham, I can think of no higher praise than to say that the ‘Full Fillingham’ has made all the difference to how my bike looks , as well as to how easily it sheds muc(k).
On which subject , I’ve started using muc off bike cleaner concentrate and miracle shine wax, and they’re excellent products , long - lasting and labour saving.
I’ve also started ( after you recommended it )air drying my bike after a wash, and it certainly goes a long way in getting it properly dry, especially behind badges and in those infuriating little crevices in the swing arm.
And lastly, and not apropos to this video, but yes, Sir, I do know where Yorkshire is , thanks to reading the vet James Herriot as a kid.
More power to you, Sir, and please keep them coming.
Thanks Stuart, very helpful video. My bike is shining and smelling lovely. :) Keep up the good work. Greetings from Amsterdam.
Thanks for this and your other videos Stuart. I collect my new t120 in June 2018 and will apply these methods the minute I get home. Nick
Hi again Nick, if you can locat the right poducts it makes bike ownership a pleasure when it comes to cleaning!
Hi Stuart, thank you for another great T-120 review and guide!
your very welcome sir, thank you for watching!
Great videos! Very informative and easy to understand. Please keep them coming.
I will do Siraj, thank you for watching sir!
Gorgeous bike Stu! I had my new Speedmaster rust proofed/glass coated. Wasn’t cheap, but it’s held up for 3 months with just a water rinse down and good dry off with micro fiber and compressed air. We’ll see after 6 months…
What is this?
It's actually very soothing listening to you talk. 🤓
Thanks Stuart for the video.. I have just bought a Speedmaster which was a dealer demo and needs some work. I look forward to giving it a good clean and I will definately use some or all of these products if available downunder. I just need to repair the paint on the forks which has few marks and there is already a bit of rust on the spokes. It was a good price so I am not complaining. Your videos will cover most of what needs doing. Looking forward to the next ones. Brian.
Halfords had a clearance few weeks ago and 3 pounds a tin gt85 great stuff use it on my bike as well as acf 50 like you said best protects your bike before you can watch it deteriate before you then your job's going to be lot harder after the fact best off looking after your motorcycle your money bought it great video
Thanks a lot! You give me lots of courage to start cleaning it.
Cracking video , I've had my Bonneville 865 for almost ten years and if we keep on top of it they can look as good as the day we rolled it out of the showroom ! Incidentally , couldn't help noticing your right hand gaiter may need rotating a tad to locate the vent holes to the rear which may help reduce the ingress of moisture and road grit and grime .
Daddy Cool I shall have a look at it sir. thanks for bringing it to my attention!
Ordered and delivered, I honestly thought my Street twin was clean and shiny...until I used this product. Very happy 👍
Glad you like it!
@@stuartfillingham really Impressed, just sorry it took me this long to find your video. Plenty of time on my hands at the moment Though 👍
Great video, once our winter ends I hope to test out your instructions.
Thank you sir!
Thanks Stuart. I've just watched this and your bike washing one. Very handy.
Excellent video; thank you. Attention to detail is amazing. Thank you.
Thank you Colby and thanks for watching!
Great video with lots of information in, I shall be trying this really soon and I’ll let you know how it works out.
Great video, I might give some of them ago. I have the matt green Street Scrambler and used some muc off speed polish I had in the garage on that not really thinking about it, came out super shiny to my suprise, that Matt finish stuff might be the answer.
Hi Kris. it may be still matt underneath the wax, try removing it with a proprietary tar remover for paint work see if it matts up again. like I said they do satinise with time any way, the matt detailer is probably the way to go, but as I said ive not tried it yet!
Just used the GT 85 on the Matt black pipes and engine casing. Came up lovely, slightly satinised but a beautiful even finish. Will try Matt finisher by Muc Off when I can find it. Very instructive video. Thank you Stuart
Don't worry its not permanent on the engine and it will matt up again as it burns off, I'm not sure if the matt detailer would be suitable on your engine Piero so be careful.
Really happy to have found this video! Great stuff!!
Best bike videos on youtube. Well done.
Fabulous video Stuart with really good tips; cheers, Andy
Your welcome Andy, thanks for watching.
Excellent information and delivery. Thank you.
Thank you sir and your welcome!
You've really helped me a lot. Thank You!
Great stuff Stu........and thanks for the recommendations !!!
Your welcome sir!
Always great videos!
Stuart, what product should be used to "restore" the look of dull/faded black paint on controls/instrument panel, and, what to use on rubber hoses?
Many thanks!
Just found this vid sir ..... acf50 and gt85 .... my favourite after listing to you I’ll be sticking to them .... regards Fred
Very informational video I appreciate it I'm going to use this process on my Harley Davidson
Once again, thanks so much Stuart!
Great video! Thanks for all of the detailed info. What do you recommend for the bench? It has such a great glow.
Thanks for the info. I have ordered some miracle shine and GT85. I have always used autoglym up to now so will see how this works out.
Used auto glym for many years myself Brian, pretty good stuff but was intended for use preparing cars for the second hand market. I think they have upped their game in recent years for the consumer market, but personally I wouldn't go back. let me know what you think of the miracle shine, hopefully you will be pleasantly surprised!
This is now my bible for cleaning my R NineT ; thanks Stuart
Thanks for this very informative video, I’ve followed your cleaning regime and am very pleased with the results.
I have a question regarding tyre shine products. I know that some products state that they are NOT to be used on motorcycles, I assume for safety reasons.
The muc off product you use on this video is no longer available, so could you recommend another one that IS SAFE for use on motorcycles please?
Wonderful explanation. Thanks STUART.
Products ordered.... bombarded with guilt... thanks for the great advice.
Hello Stuart! First of all thanks for your videos about how to clean and protect our Triumph bikes. Recently I washed and waxed my Thruxton EFI 900 in the way you explain in your videos and the result was amazing. I have one question for you. The chromes in my wheels and the alloy cases in the engine don’t shine as much as yours. Actually they look a bit shady. I was checking out the muc-off metal polish but I’m not sure is the right product for bringing back the shine to those parts. Any further recommendation?
Thanks again!
Best regards from Barcelona!
Enric
Nice video Stuart,should be on TV mate.
Thank you. Very thoughtful video.
Hi stewart .Would love to try miracle shine on my T120 if I could get the bloody can opened!
Love your videos and greetings from America. Please tell me how do you clean and protect the spokes on your wheels? Has got to be the most challenging part of cleaning a bike. Thanks
Hi Stuart,
A note on maintenance and protection.
I just finished a 4500 Km tour in the north of Spain on my 4 month old T120 black
I had about a week of heavy rain over there and no good chelter to dry down everything after each ride. Actualy the new bike was left in the rain for that 7 day period.
When comming home and starting to clean the bike I noticed quiet an amount of heavy oxidation on a lot of bolds and even a big amount of rust on the disc brakes (not the brake surface).
To see my brand new bike in this condition after just 4 months makes my heart break.
I used MO-94 before leaving home, gues it did'nt last for a week
I supose some parts of the bike aren't realy made for touring, just for a nice sunny sunday afternoon
This has been covered before Stephen you should re apply after heavy rain!
i was cleaning my T120 can the knee pads be removed from the fuel tank as damp / moisture could be retained starting corrosion ; when you mentioned dust coats that brought a smile to my face remembering my days in a body shop when it was all cellulose and cars would be going rusty before they got to the showrooms .
Thanks Stuart. Nice work.
Hi, first of all thanks for your videos! I began to use the Muc off Miracle Shine, works great on the Paintwork! HOWEVER, it seems to leave a white grease which I cant seem to remove by polishing when applied to the motor parts! Any tips?
Hi Stuart, thanks for al your videos. What do you recommend for saddle cleaning and protection?
Great Video. I'd be interested in how you clean and protect those chrome spokes? When I first picked up my used TU250X I thought the spokes were galvanised they were that dirty. I still haven't really got them clean of chain throw off and road grime. Also for tyre sidewalls, plastics and rubber I use 303 Aerospace Protectant as it is Matt Finish and not slippery/sticky like Armour All. For some reason it is also the best dead bug remover I have found.
paulaus yeah I've heard they do rust if left intended. I just give them a coat of wax every now and then and they've been ok so far! I let the chain lube coat the rear ones. will keep them rust free and just give them a scrub up and coat of wax every few months
Hi Stuart, I am Gustavo from Brazil and just got my brand new T120 Black. There isn’t any chrome parts in my bike (exhaust pipes, frame...) can you please advise if I can wax these black parts in the same way you showed in the painted part of your bike? Any good tips of conservation and maintaining a bike in a hot country like Brazil? I just also want to say I am addicted to your videos. Really good stuff!!!!
Very interesting, especially the difference between a polish and wax. What are your thoughts on Ceramic coating? Seems to be the latest trend
really helpful and informative, cheers mate
Very useful. Brilliant! Thank you.
Appreciate all of your video's Stuart , also I have the Matt graphite paintwork!Interesting point about GT 85 for use on the engine housing.Will it be ok on the blackened pipes ?
Also, I have spotted some triumph panniers on eBay, 1/2 price, £230 but it says for t100 air cooled, wondering if they would still fit the 2017 t120
Hi Victor, Thank you! GT85 should be the perfect dressing for the powder coated pipes! just soak a workshop wipe in the stuff and apply it all over them, working it well in to the textured finish. while the bike is cold!
the header pipes are double skinned so they wont get as hot as conventional pipes, this means the dressing should last longer. I would use it on the entire exhaust system, it will return them to their original dark colour, stop them going grey and make them much easier to clean.
Regarding the panniers, I'm not sure sir but I would suspect they will not fit the old t100 is very different from the new T120.
please let me know how you get on with the GT85!
Great video ! Will try those gt85 asap thanks
Hi Stuart, just found your channel great content, I just purchased a Triumph Speedmaster so looking for tips on how to look after it, cheers
Hi , great video , could I ask what products and methods you use for the spokes on your wheels ?
I currently have a triumph rally pro and I'm struggling to keep them clean.
Any advice would be fantastic 👍
For those not finding GT85 in the States, check your local bicycle shop. Many near me in Tennessee carry it as an all purpose lubricant in exactly the same can as in the vid. Oh, and great job Stuart!
Thanks Chad. have to say I'm very surprised that its available there now!
I’m not sure which importer is selling it to bicycle shops but I used it a lot while working here in the States as a cycle mechanic around 12 years ago.
So after some looking around it seems in the past couple years due to a licensing or trademark issue GT85 is no longer imported to the States. I have started using Muc Off MO94 as a replacement and seems to work quite well. Time will tell.
Thats interesting! I think you will find MO94 just as good or Muc offs bike protector even better!
Well worth the time. Thank you.
Just a comment , first comprehensive video presentation ever found on this subject . Only found one mistake , a slip of the tong probably due to age . Thanks anyway , keep um coming .
I don't make mistakes I'm from Yorkshire you know! lol,
Thanks for watching Shannon.
Wow most useful video I have seen regarding bike care. Thanks for your efforts. Im expecting my jet black T100 in a week's time, before that I would like to buy the cleaning products you mentioned, however I could not find an importer for GT85 where I live. Could you please suggest an alternative product. I get WD-40 PTFE spray. Can it serve the same purpose as GT85 as water and dirt repellent. Please suggest.
Oh
In light of advances of products and alterations of formulas such as Muc Off changing there MO94 to a biodegradable version.
Have you changed any of your preventative formula choices?
With the rise in dry PTFE sprays, would you a use dry ptfe spray's?
With the move by Muc Off to change there MO94 to a full biodegrable version would you discount the Muc Off and stick with the GT85?
Appreciate all the content you produce keep up the great work.
Do you also still use the wax oil spray for swing arm and rear fender?
Seams to have down sized to 400ml and now labelled hammerite wax/oil.
Hi Stuart - how do you treat the exhaust headers and silencers? Is it 'safe' to wax them, or should I use something else? Looks like you waxed the silencers at least, but I would have thought the heat could have caused an issue. The headers are even hotter, so what would you do to maintain those? My dad swore by Autosol (German metal polish) which creates a pretty good 'seal'. Cheers.
I used the miracle shine on my triumph bobber 2017 exhaust, but I think its stainless steel, is that OK to use IT on that to.
I’ve used GT85 for years on bicycle chains...... but I would think this oil residue on engine would be a dirt magnate on engine and especially small parts one cannot wipe off. But I will give it a try. Thanks
Dear Stuart, what do you think of protection film applied to motorcycle tank and other parts? Would you still need to apply wax?
Hi Stuart, an excellent video I must say, thank you for posting it. learnt quite a few things that I didn't know. I have a chrome tank on my RE 650 Interceptor with a black painted stripe up centre. Would you still recommend the Muc-Off product for waxing? I see you used it on the chrome of your bike so I guess so.
Hi Martin congrats on owning a lovely bike! yes a gentle carnauba wax (non abrasive) it the best protection you can give a chrome/painted tank!
Stuart, thanks for your informative vids which I've been watching since buying a new T120. Advice please? There is a very slight dent/ripple in the fuel tank and I have no idea how it got there. The paint shows no damage and there is no crease in the metal. It's hard to spot but I'd still like to fix it, is there a remedy you can recommend?
Hi Andy, sorry for not spotting this comment earlier! Google paintless dent removal services for your area. you may be able to find someone that can help, depending on where exactly the dent is. Avoid chips away franchises as they are rarely properly trained. hope this helps.
Have to say I pre-ordered a T120 black (with black exhausts and everything) but since I saw your motorcycle I am seriously considering changing to classic jet black with chrome exhausts. This is a very difficult decision!
Hi Stuart, another great vid. I have just got myself a 2013 Kawasaki w800, with plenty of chrome so ive been rewatching a few of your cleaning and maintaining vids. Just one question. This is an old video but im sure it still applies. I have gt85 for my bicycle fortunately, after spraying the chrome and drying it off, do i still apply the muc off miracle shine, as that already has the ptfe is that basically giving the chrome 2 coats ?
Hi Stuart, very useful information indeed. For your viewers that live outside of the UK, it can be challenging to find the right products to get the job done, it is great that you explain what are the main components and what are their uses, so I can look for them on the brands available on my country. I see a lot of "Turtle wax" products where I live, it is such a widely available brand and so ubiquitous that I have the prejudice that is a crap product, do you have an opinion on this particular brand? By the way I have a T120 black with a beautiful black mate finish, but sadly I don't leave so near your area to help you with your video. Cheers!
Great videos, I have a matte graphite colour, any advice on how to detail and protect it. thanks
Yes sir Matt paint has always been tricky! Muc off have just brought out a matt finish detailer especially for the job. ive not had the opportunity to test it as yet but I reckon it is probably your best bet! I did mention it near the end of the video if you would like to take another look!
Other wise any none abrasive carnauba based wax should be ok, just don't use it too often, only when the water stops beading up on your paint. it will satinise the finish slightly, but that will happen over time anyway!
Now that's a bloody clean motorcycle
Nice video that. I’ve been cleaning my cars and bikes for a long time now but it’s always interesting to see someone else’s method. (I’ve always been a bit slack tbh) I’m taking your info on board however and although I’ve been a long time user of muckoff I wasn’t aware of the miracle wax so have ordered some and shall use you system on he next wash of the gloss one. Still not entirely sure what I should be doing with the Matt one (GRISO) So far I’ve only washed it with dedicated car shampoo after a spray with muckoff.
use muc off matt finish detailer steve.
Awesome video thanks man.
Very interesting and informative thank you
Thanks for the great videos Stu. I have all my Muc-Off products and had a good first swipe of detailing, cleaning and oiling the chain! The imitation pleather bags are a bit tough to clean. Also, any tips on scuff remover? My tank has fallen victim.
Hey Steve, if its only a light scuff i would recomend auto glym super resin polish (the one with the red label) it has a slight cut and will remove minor scratched and scuffs, but be careful, use circular motions in the area of the scuff with medium pressure. do not use this polish regularly, it will eventually remove your clearcoat!
Thanks!
Thank you sir!
Hi Stuart, I have just put an order in for T120 Black, your videos helped tremendously in my decision process. Having watched this and your 'Full Fillingham ' video I have one question. On the Black exhausts would you use the wax the same way as on the chrome exhausts or would you lean towards the matt detailer? I believe it's a ceramic coating so not a true Matt Paint but any knowledge or touts would be appreciated.
just use an oil based maintenance spray when needed.
Very well done! Thank you for good ideas. :-)
Your welcome sir, Thank you for watching!
Excellent video Stuart. Always good to get some decent trade experience and information. I would like to see you do a cleaning video, there are a lot out there but I've not seen their end results as good as yours. I ride all year round so keeping the bike pristine is always a challenge but something I try to do. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. I look forward to your next video.
Thank you Paulie, Washing/cleaning video coming up this Friday Sir!
Good news Stuart, any tips on avoiding /removing swirl marks would be greatly received.
A good wax should eventually fill minor swirls, to avoid it happening in future follow the instructions in this video and the washing video ill be publishing tomorrow!
Great video thanks. Shortly after delivery I hung a jacket on the bars and the nylon inner lining melted on the downpipe. Can anyone suggest a non abrasive way of getting this muck off?
ah nightmare, I have done the same myself sir with microfiber cloths! best way is to very carefully pair away the melted plastic with a very sharp blade, even plastic pan scrubbers tend to scratch, i feel your pain!
Hi Stuart, i've rewatched your cleaning videos as they came up in recomended after your Flowgenics vid. Your bike does look amazing but unfortunately, mine and others have already suffered from the abrasive polishes available. Have you or would you consider a video on how to restore a hazy or slightly scratched tank/ panel or bike? ta
take a look at my early payday projects series Clive I think I covered it very early on.
HI Stu, what do you think if the final coating using WD40, ?.
Good video and very useful. Why do you not use the Mu
c-Off cleaner on the tank?
Good question David, mainly because the tank generally doesn't get as dirty as the rest of the bike so I prefer to use a more gentle cleaner on it to preserve the layers of wax.
cant wait to try this
Hi Stuart, I've just taken delivery of my first Bonnie and found these vids - brilliant. Question... Do you do this step every time you wash the bike? If not, how often?
Thanks!
Yes whenever the bike looks dirty.