[Dane]

According to the owners manual water is the only thing to be used to clean the windshield. But I have to be honest; it just isn’t getting it clean. Perhaps If I keep at it every day I could finely get all the smears off of it, but so far all I seem to be doing is moving them around and changing there pattern. I thought of adding a very small amount of mild detergent to the water but I know from experience that the soap acts like magnet to grime and air pollution. So…is there a product that is SAFE to use on our beloved Wing’s windshield that will clean them and get the crud off? Thanks.

Dane

 

[fossil92]

Dane, A lot of guys myself included use "Plexsus". About $8. a can. Stretches fairly far & you can use it on the tupperware as well. Removes bugs & debris quickly. What I do is spray it on let it sit a few minutes & wipe it off. It works great.

 

[Chopin]

Dane. If you were looking for some home products to use mix a bit of " Woolite " and water. No Phosphate detergents please.

 

[oldsmores]

+1 for Plexus!

 

[joe in calif]

Plexis or Honda spray cleaner & polish, or you can mix a 1/4 peroxide with water and that will also work

 

[budoka]

Ditto on what's been said thus far. I get bizzillions of bugs in this area, so I go a step further and do a presoak. I soak a clean shop rag in warm soapy water (mild detergent) and spread it out on the screen for about a half hour. This loosens the bug stains and makes the cleaning easier. I've heard of some guys using "bug-off" automotive washer fluid instead of soap and water, and they say it's great. Might try that one myself. Of course, then I have to wash the bike since there's drips getting all over the fairing and fender.

 

[2003 GL1800 POLICE]

Meguiars Quick detailer is the only way to go!!

 

[fossil92]

I'll check on the internet for a better price for the next can. Thanks again.

http://wingstuff.com/pgroup_detail/...r/?goto=/pgroup_list/supplies/612_Plexus/mfg/

$10.79 13 oz can with VIP pricing. Beware though of shipping charges. What I always do is order a couple cans when I have something else to order so I get free shipping.

 

[Two Wheel Wing]

+2 for plexus or honda spray. I have used both and they work very well. Also help with beading rain water. Make sure you wipe with a microfiber towel to avoid scratches. Enjoy the view out your front windshield and ride safe..

 

[FL-510]

I have used lemon Pledge on aircraft windsreens for years. I also used it on the windshield of the VTX. I have been using it on the Wing with the same great results, plus the bike smells lemony fresh!

 

[garydj10]

check out amazon for Plexus cleaner.

http://www.amazon.com/Plexus-Plastic-Cleaner-Protectant-Polsih/dp/B000HG8ZJ0

You get a clean cloth with it. priced right too. Ride safe.

 

[dryriver]

I'll second the Lemon Pledge suggestion. This is my third bike to use nothing but Lemon Pledge on windshield, plastic, chrome and paint.

Keep a can in the bag, and on return from ride, I whip out the pledge, spray and wipe. The next time, the bugs come off easily and the bike shines.

Used to deliver new camping trailers, etc. Before leaving factory we would put a coat of lemon pledge on the front, and on delivery the same treatment cleaned it right up. I use it on the windshield of my SUV and the interior.

Walmart and Dollar General almost give it away.

 

[dirtdobber]

Plexus is a very good product. However it will help with fogging. When you get caught in a summer rain and the temps. drop it will cause fogging. I prefer novus.
http://www.novuspolish.com/

Lower cost and will help maintain your wind screen with a long life. It also has a anti fogging.

Plexus is good for the body parts and will not scratch but it will not help to remove scratches.

just a thought

dd

 

[drmcmtru]

I use Meguiar's car wash soap on the whole bike.Just water and a terry washcloth on the sheild for a sheild only cleaning.I carry a wet one with me in a zip bag,comes in real handy.Then the sheild gets Slipstreamer. Leaves it super slick,great anti fog too. Then the next touch up is real easy with the wet cloth. A little goes a long way. Got a 7oz. can from Wingstuff about a year ago for $7.50.Like Fossil i got it with some other stuff,so little or no shipping. Also,the Mr.Clean thingie works great for a no spot rinse.

 

[budoka]

The Pledge trick also is great for spider-web scratches and scuffs. Had a no-work clean happen this morning; riding to work in freezing fog (temperature just hovering around freezing), the whole front end of the bike got coated in a combination of clear and rhime ice. The ride was kind of like flying IFR in the clag and freezing conditions except no boots or hot plates to clear the ice. Parked in front of the office and as the sun warmed things up, it took off most of the bugs with the melted ice. Not even many streaks or spots.

 

[ronwheeler]

you guys can spend a lot of money on the special items but nothing works better than the pledge. You will ride a little more unconfortable because of the extra bulk in your wallet. Ride safe.
Ron

 

[Commander K]

I wash the bike with car wash soap and I wash the windshield just as I wash all other parts. Then when I am waxing the bike with the Honda spray polish, I give the windshield the once over and I like the results.

I just went through a brief sand storm though so I am going to see if I have some minor or major scratches - nothing can fix those but I am hoping to not have an issue.

 

[Commander K]

I had the bike out on this nice sunny day and I saw the rainbow on the shield. I looked at it with the naked eye and vwahla, no prism affect.

 

[Snuffy]

Well after reading all of these great comments I have recently tried all of the above.
I first tried lemoin pledge and it worked but didn't care for the smell. I had some McGuires Ultinate Detailer and tried that and it worked well. I cleaned my windshild and helmet visor with it and went for a ride and couldn't tell if there was a visor or winshild in front of me it was so spotless. I bought some Honda Clean and Shine (I think that is what it is called) and it is GREAT. Dissolves bugs. I hope my wife's Yamaha doesn't protest!!!
And I found some Plexus and that works well too. Doesn't dissolve the bugs as well as the Honda cleaner or the McGuires cleaner but restores the shine.
So all in all you are all correct. It all works so take your pick.

 

[winginitrick]

guys, plexus is just too dang expensive! go to any grocery store, pick up about 10 cans of pledge, for the price you pay for plexus! pledge lemon, or plain, they both work wonders! and use it on everything! sides, bags, trunk, lights, windshield, everything. get you some micro fiber rags, and a can of $2.99 pledge, and use 2 rags. one to spread it around, and one to shine it up! kinda like mr MEAUGEE!!!! wax on, wax off!!!! ive been using it since way back when i bought my first new wing in 1993! great stuff, and cheap too! keep on