Cleaning Your Motorcycle Before Winter

It will soon be time to put away our motorcycles and trade them in for our snowy counterparts. This means now is the perfect time to give your motorcycle a serious cleaning and detail! Our team at Peak Powersports LLC has a quick cleaning guide to make sure your motorcycle is sparkling in the spring!

Use the Right Supplies

Since you’re cleaning up your motorcycle for storage rather than a long ride, it’s even more important to use the correct products and supplies. As you gather your materials, remember to consult the owner’s manual for warnings and suggestions in regard to products and ingredients that shouldn’t or should be used for your specific model. 

You’ll want to use the appropriate cleaning solution, wax, and polish to get the best results and protect your motorcycle in the off season. 

Be Extra Thorough

Now is the perfect time to detail your chrome and seating, but it’s also a great time to pay closer attention to your moving parts and the underside of your motorcycle. As you clean up your bike, check the components for signs of excessive wear and any problems. You’ll want to address any maintenance issues now so they don’t get worse over the winter. 

Dry Everything

Even though you’ll be applying a protective coating of wax, it’s crucial that you allow everything to dry between steps of the cleaning process. Any residual moisture or products can cause problems while your motorcycle is in storage. 

Making sure your motorcycle is clean before putting it away for the winter will help you identify any problems and make it easier to hit the road again in the spring! Visit us in Sheridan, WY, to stock up on the parts you need or schedule a service visit. We proudly serve the Buffalo area.