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    New Member in Tampa Bay Area

    Hello, my name is Zack and I recently purhcased an awesome 1998 Suzuki Katana for my first bike. I have many questions being new to motorcycles so I'm sure you'll see me around. I haven't been able to ride my bike yet since I am still waiting on approval from my parents to get licensed (only 17 y/o) but one of the first things I've wanted to do is clean my bike. So far I've done a good job on the fairings cleaning them with soapy water and waxing them. My main question is what to do with all the aluminum/non-crome pieces of the bike which have scuffs or other forms of oxidation? Any products you would recommend? Thanks!

    Last edited by lizardboy24; 09-08-2015, 10:14 AM. Reason: Update
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    Welcome to KatRiders Zack.

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    • #3
      Very much welcome, Zack!


      "A knight proves his worthiness by his deeds."

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      • #4
        Welcome to KatRiders.
        You found a very nice looking bike.
        Not sure which aluminum parts you trying to clean. Most of the polished parts have a coating that will not let you get at the oxidation without ruining the finish. A light poishing compound and wax may help. Treat them as you would the painted surfaces.

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        • #5
          Welcome to KR Zack
          2002 750 Kat
          2013 Polaris 850 XP LE(wrecked)
          2002 Ski-Doo MXZ 800
          2002 Ski-Doo MXZ 800 X-package
          1999 Ski-Doo MXZ 670 H.O.
          2009 Kawasaki KX250F(SOLD)

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          • #6
            Originally posted by MNkat View Post
            Welcome to KatRiders.
            Not sure which aluminum parts you trying to clean. Most of the polished parts have a coating that will not let you get at the oxidation without ruining the finish. A light poishing compound and wax may help. Treat them as you would the painted surfaces.
            I am mostly looking to clean the exhaust, front fork and pieces of the handlebars and the gas cap. They have all started to fade a bit in their luster. I just want to make sure everything looks good until I get the opportunity to ride it and make sure it runs well.

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            • #7
              Originally posted by lizardboy24 View Post
              I am mostly looking to clean the exhaust, front fork and pieces of the handlebars and the gas cap. They have all started to fade a bit in their luster. I just want to make sure everything looks good until I get the opportunity to ride it and make sure it runs well.
              Toiletbowl cleaner and a rag brother. just don't let it get on any plastics or rubber, turns em white. Good Luck and Welcome to KR

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