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Anyone Turtle Wax their bike?

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  • August 30, 2017 at 2:00 pm #27579
    Leviathan

    I am considering a new bike (again.) Although it might be a best bike for some events next summer and a hill climber I will inevitably riding it in the UK in inclement conditions. I have had a look at these Hydrophobic coatings, but the technology is not well developed. They seem to work well initially but can wear off and it leaves an overall frosting effect. I am not looking to ruin a perfectly good new paint job.

    So I was wondering, do any of you use any car specific products and is a car wax a good idea for keeping your frame clean and in good condition? Recommendations welcome.

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  • September 12, 2017 at 11:36 am #901235
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    NIrish

    Scot Oiler made Universal

    Scot Oiler made Universal Bike Solution which I believe has now rebranded as Flaer.

    Simply wash your bike and then spray everything, with the exception of brakes. I used on a bike with disc brakes and was never particularly specific but a good wet finish and it lubes all the important bits too.

    September 5, 2017 at 6:09 am #901233
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    TypeVertigo

    Pedro’s Bike Lust is the

    Pedro’s Bike Lust is the closest I’ve seen that’s bike-specific. Pretty good. The bottle is a bit pricey but you really don’t need a lot of it in one go so it will last you a good long while.

    Best used on the frame only…needless to say avoid using it on any braking surfaces and be careful with application.

    September 4, 2017 at 11:47 am #901231
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    Darren C

    News to me, I did get mine a

    News to me, I did get mine a couple of years ago, and the products are still in stock to buy (SJS cycles for example).

    September 4, 2017 at 11:29 am #901229
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    kitkat
    graybags wrote:
    Darren C wrote:
    Purple Harry bike polish & frame protector … lasts for ages.

    I’m afraid Purple Harry has ceased trading 🙁

    I think we’ve found a flaw in the business plan

    September 3, 2017 at 8:12 pm #901227
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    Simontuck

    Car shampoo and Mr Sheen if

    Car shampoo and Mr Sheen if you’re on a budget.

    September 1, 2017 at 2:30 pm #901225
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    graybags
    Darren C wrote:
    Purple Harry bike polish & frame protector, is the best I have found, it is very good and lasts for ages.

    It will also make anything plastic look new again, like mudguards, etc. Also makes it easier to clean afterwards due to its waxes & silicones, much better than Turtle Wax in my opinion and made in the UK.

     

    I’m afraid Purple Harry has ceased trading 🙁

    September 1, 2017 at 11:04 am #901223
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    madcarew

    I think the answer to your

    I think the answer to your question is “Yes!” 🙂

     

    Ditto here for much of the above, as well as using car shampoo to clean the bike. I’m really not sure that its less aggressive or anyting, but it makes getting the bike clean a doddle.

    September 1, 2017 at 7:31 am #901221
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    hawkinspeter
    Paul7189 wrote:
    Waxes are out of date now to be honest for protection. Ceramic sealants are the best options. Apply once and it will last for 2-5 years. Creates a deep wet look and water will bead off like a wax but it lasts for years. 

    I’m intrigued. Can you point me towards such a product?

    September 1, 2017 at 1:33 am #901219
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    Paul7189

    Waxes are out of date now to

    Waxes are out of date now to be honest for protection. Ceramic sealants are the best options. Apply once and it will last for 2-5 years. Creates a deep wet look and water will bead off like a wax but it lasts for years. 

    August 31, 2017 at 7:27 pm #901217
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    RMurphy195

    I’ve used the same wash

    I’ve used the same wash/waxstuff on my bikes as I do on the car for years, never a problem. Do give the brakes a good trydry after washing though just in case the wax affected them!

    August 31, 2017 at 5:45 pm #901215
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    huntswheelers

    Customer bikes which come in

    Customer bikes which come in get a full wash and degrease before they are serviced….while stripped to the frame the frame is cleaned and shined with a Waterless Wash & Wax…. The bikes go back looking as new then apart from repeat business, I get additional work and then when the bike comes in again…. it’s so much easier to clean before service…. 

    August 31, 2017 at 5:43 pm #901213
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    cyclisto

    I use car shampoo and
    I use car shampoo and occasionally wax. The dirt cannot stick that easy, and you feel there is a extra protection layer.

    August 31, 2017 at 5:35 pm #901211
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    Flying Scot

    Any car paint protection will

    Any car paint protection will do the job, and on unseen parts, don’t buff it off.

    August 31, 2017 at 2:55 pm #901209
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    Darren C

    Purple Harry bike polish &

    Purple Harry bike polish & frame protector, is the best I have found, it is very good and lasts for ages.

    It will also make anything plastic look new again, like mudguards, etc. Also makes it easier to clean afterwards due to its waxes & silicones, much better than Turtle Wax in my opinion and made in the UK.

    August 31, 2017 at 2:10 pm #901207
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    STiG911

    Waxed with the same Meguiers

    Waxed with the same Meguiers Carnuba Wax I use on my car. Because shiny 😀

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