How to Properly Wash a Dirt Bike • 3 Steps to Keep Your Ride Fresh!!

[@LuisGarcia-co8qm]

*I wash my bike better than my self*

[@lemoinexavier]

Hahaha, great reaction

[@daylon_m.4996]

El Maestro Dominican nice

[@shanefahey7903]

Same with my quad 😆

[@nate.2485]

I don’t have a dirtbike but I still wash my imaginary dirtbike better than myself

[@jadengarcia6625]

Facts 😂

[@RuskingArms666]

Hey since I don't own a helicopter, is there a possibility that my bike is not gonna be as clean as yours? (Asking for a friend)

[@TheMxFactory]

Possibly 😜

[@granvillewallace4271]

🤣🤣

[@brandongustafson7497]

“Asking for a friend” lmao 😂

[@RorydriftmansxrsilviaWilkinson]

@@TheMxFactory HI THE MX FACTORY BROTHER ITS YOUR BRO RORY OVER IN NEW ZEALAND MATE I HOPE U ARE ALL GOODS MAN ALL THE BEST FOR U GUYS MATE

[@RorydriftmansxrsilviaWilkinson]

I AM GOING OUT ON MY DIRT BIKE TODAY RIDE WITH MY MATES THIS MORNING OVER IN NEW ZEALAND WE ON MAN LEESSGO LEESSGO

[@VennerYay]

Friend: How well do you wash your bike? Me: *yes*

[@oreo6990]

It’s called Scotch brite

[@monstrous_raccoon]

It's called bad idea 😜 Might as well use sandpaper 😉

[@luke9299]

monstrous raccoon how

[@oreo6990]

monstrous raccoon have u actually used it buddy?

[@robsinHL]

@@monstrous_raccoon bad idea to use on paint for sure, will scratch raw metal too, but probably not enough to notice / care in some places on the frame.

[@mareksumguy1887]

Yeah God forbid you scratch raw aluminium... that’s already scratched from the factory.

[@kimmixerxs]

Wow, l never realized how intricate it is to wash a dirt bike.

[@ron6471]

Ronnie Mac: jokes on you, I don’t have any fenders to wash!

[@RadAdventureDude]

haha that's amazing!

[@shauncry1917]

Cut them fuckers get that xtra 69 horseys

[@yomido4018]

I don’t have a dirt bike

[@dylanbikelife8231]

@@yomido4018 why the fuck are you on this video then

[@offroad_team_brasov9769]

@@dylanbikelife8231 becuse hes probaly going to buy a bike later thin goddamnit like pls fucking think

[@user-sp8eb6iz7f]

"Is that a helicopter?" - No, it's a giant *dragonfly* with a wet air filter.

[@anthonypuckett2795]

Imagine having access to a helicopter aka a GIANT FAN and still using a puny air hose to dry your bike.

[@brodylockley3141]

I no if i did I would wash my bike every day

[@jacobap74]

I wash my bike with a rag on a stick!

[@elishasell8796]

Fill Ups ewww Bart!

[@offroad_team_brasov9769]

Let the man invent

[@daverush9675]

WD-40 displaces moisture preventing flash rust and Conditions rubber and plastics

[@bobyolstunts2725]

This is true. Ive heard of track racers on streetbikes putting wd40 on their tires on wet days. Supposed to help their slicks grip better. But idk lmao. Never would try my g.

[@pags1981]

Spoke covers? Noooooooooo

[@NicolaiBertelsen]

Schwifty why not?

[@luke9299]

Nico B spokes rust

[@Distracted_driving_kills]

Yea really..... Dude makes a "how to properly wash" bike video...... Has spoke skins on his bike that hold more water/dirt/debri than anything.

[@Distracted_driving_kills]

@@luke9299 and the covers hold water/dirt etc.. And eventually the nipples will seize to the spoke and you will not longer be able to true your wheels without replacing spokes and/or rebuilding the whole wheel.

[@601braap2]

They’re gay as heck that’s for sure... I’d never run them.

[@ethanvp734]

Hi guys massive fan down here in Australia love your vids

[@TheMxFactory]

Thank you for watching!

[@ethanvp734]

Wow thanks for replying all good love all of them also glad to help the channel with patreon

[@DragonFury-gq5zo]

Represent

[@moet1114]

I’m Aussie as well.

[@jackvan1691]

Aussie to

[@theracinglion7442]

Actually both those sponges scratch the bike. The green is too aggressive on metal, the other on plastic.

[@nikitatrubitsin1047]

Thank you for great tips! Now i will flip my bike side to side while washing =) Little addition, hope that can help someone 1. If you dont have foam generator - use big sponge with laundry soap. Laundry soap can be mixed with soda if needed to clean metal parts to shine. (This tip save your money because shampoop is poop =D joking... shampoo is expensive and last no long. 2. Use plastic bags to fill exhaust pipe and air filter box - you can re-use it and it cowers great if you tamp bag properly. (Save your money - no tape wasting) 3. Check your progression links - wery vulnerably for dirt while rideing trough mud puddles, especially on high speed. Clean and regrease it with waterproof consistent grease. (If bearing get rust - you need to replace them so you loose money and wasting bearings.)

[@PynkPwny]

Brillo is a brand name and typically a metal scrubbing pad, the green pad you are using is called a scouring pad although most people call them Scotch Brite pads, but that is a brand name. Great videos and love your content!

[@cwatson42785]

Just bought my first bike, guess I need to buy a power washer next!

[@ONLYaUNCfan]

Did you buy a pressure washer?

[@cwatson42785]

@ONLYaUNCfan Nah I just wash it by hand and then put it in the sun and run it for 5 min. Don't really need one although I haven't gotten mine super dirty yet

[@karlpetergubert245]

Great video! I'm a super anal bike washer (like, scrubbing all 36 spokes individually on each wheel anal...) and because I almost always have had used bikes, my goal is to get them just a little bit cleaner each time I wash them. Thanks a lot for the tip about resting the lower triple clamp on the stand! I've always just laid the grips on the pavement and that'll definitely tear them sooner or later (mine are usually torn). And yes, lay it over on both sides! A couple notes, you did caution about spraying directly into the fork seals (big no-no), but the the wheel bearings and especially the linkage/pivot bearings are even more susceptible! Don't hit these at close range! The same with drying air! Also, the brillo/scotch brite pad is a good idea, but I'm not sure I'd use it so liberally. It will take the shine/gloss off of such surfaces. I'd only use when a regular sponge (which is what I use) won't cut it.

[@polarix5348]

ur a super WHAT bike washer

[@petrkyncl]

Anal bike washer 🫡

[@aliennetwork08]

Do you ever use a air box cover ? Or is this not necessary

[@karlpetergubert245]

@@aliennetwork08 me personally, sometimes. If the air box is really dirty I’ll remove the seat, remove the filter and install the cover, then wash out the air box. I definitely don’t do it every wash. Maybe every 3-4 washes.

[@VlogEpicness]

Nerf gun bullets are also really good for plugging the exhaust 👍🏻

[@farmjobtv4398]

Mabey on a moped or something

[@HochstartHarry]

Pros will insert from 20m away with a nerf gun

[@hectichive889]

Great, so now I need a pressure washer, air hose, chain grease, and a helicopter

[@jayryan7473]

I can't believe he didn't suggest to let it sit in the sun to dry as soon as possible so you wouldn't have to use an air hose. And that brillo pad is the worst idea I've ever seen on plastics or even aluminum for that matter.

[@KosmicHRTRacingTeam]

Leaf blower works better, larger area covered and you don’t have to have a compressor keep going on. I’ve got both but now prefer a cordless leaf blower method.

[@nicefish10]

This video could’ve been a lot shorter and way better… I need to do is have a hot chick in a bikini washing the bike. The short answer is get your girl to do it and you sit back and videotape her. She’ll love you for it because they love the attention!

[@joshsrcadventures5297]

I wash my bike the same exact way, but I really really like to use the airbox wash boot. No chances of your filter getting wet or water in your carburetor. I just recently started to race Motocross thank you guys for all your advice you're great..

[@haydentaylor1047]

How’s motocross been?

[@emilyk-m9z]

Oh God, I m so bad in this department. Thank you for this video.

[@xsnesftw6178]

Hmmm your hair seems to grow hella fast 😂

[@olivermakinen1629]

I looked the same i was like wtf

[@El650Jefe]

If your filters get wet how long should you let it dry before riding?

[@ScottRidesHonda]

When the mud is dry I like to hit the fenders a couple times. The plastic is flexible, the dry clay not so much.

[@VariteZ]

I was literally trying to figure out the best way to wash my bike

[@pablocalderon555]

Quedo genial , saludos desde monterrey mexico !

[@krustiestone1596]

I've been riding and washing dirt bikes for 30 years. Why am I even here -- Entertainment?

[@ericanderson9345]

Sitting here in 90 degree weather while I live in the desert, wanting to wash my bike but can’t until the sun goes down a bit, damn water spots 😭

[@offroad_team_brasov9769]

man i dont even get my bikes dirty but a lot of stuff comed out of my bike tho

[@SaveAmerica1-pz2xg]

Hmm makes you want to avoid mud, damn...😊

[@bronzenwoolsey7280]

Spray the whole bike down with sc1 after. That stuff is great

[@Rteqs]

Yea it is!!!!!!!! And smells great!!

[@sten6537]

Dirt scooter? 😂

[@tawaynedick7737]

Thanks for the advice it was a great video 👍

[@TheMxFactory]

Thanks for watching! We are glad you found some useful advice!

[@exup250]

nice video, I'd add the following: - you didn't specify to clean inside the airbox, it will likely be filthy and a very important spot to have clean - be carfeul with air near the radiatior and seals. - Inox or WD40 sprayed under the fenders will help stop mud build up on next ride. Looking forward to more vids :)

[@socks2441]

the wd40 for mud build up is a good tip. im guessing silicon spray or anything slippery would be just as good, and as a bonus be good for the plastics.

[@exup250]

@@socks2441 yeah - silicone, lanolin, all that sorta stuff.

[@drewsworld8227]

where do i get a air hose?

[@The2006200]

Make sure to put armorall or plastic conditioner all over your seat and grips to keep them shiny and new!

[@untildenmyfren5919]

dont forget the levers, foot pegs and bottom of your shoes if you ride aggressive!

[@prodbybabygod7411]

Question? I have a 4 stroke. If I lay my bike over won’t oil go all through everything ?

[@jaydensewell8558]

Not really mate. It will go through the head and rocker gear and maybe seep into the cylinder, but when i had 4 strokes id lay it over and wash under each side then stand it up and keep blowing off. Bike is upright for at least 10/15 mins and thats plenty for it to all drain back down

[@prodbybabygod7411]

@@jaydensewell8558 cheers bro 🤙🤙

[@robertsharrock188s]

You guys need to link the foam product. Fulfillment links for $

[@Engloid]

Just a FYI...SOS and Brillo are metal wire, like steel wool. What you have there is Scotchbrite.

[@DowntimeMedia]

Brillo, pronounced Bree-oh, is Spanish for “shine”. Now you know!

[@kings17court]

If I remember correctly from a recent Q&A during a Tuesday training session, someone asked about what you use to wash your bike, and I thought you said straight Simple Green. But there was no Simple Green used in this video. ???

[@buster332]

Elbow grease is an amazing product for cleaning the bike and it only costs about 90p a bottle

[@closedonsundays3264]

Guys if u dont have a stand u can use a cooler or one of those big plastic buckets

[@failtoactdrummer]

Bikes looking great hope the winner appreciates the work done to it

[@foonigan3571]

so i have an electric start and a kick start so is it ok to spray it with the electric start? the only reason i said i have a kick too is cuz i dont want anyone replying to me what a whimp no im a kick guy. how do you do it tho with the battery and all?

[@bigfloppa2089]

how often should I deep clean the bike? (i live near a packed dirt course) @The Mx Factory

[@Captaraknospider]

I use a public car wash ya know with the wand. I hit it on my way home. Clean it right in the back of the truck. Then I hit the highway to dry it.

[@601braap2]

Yeah I tried that once... cost me like 30-40 bucks just to was 3 bikes.

[@Captaraknospider]

@@601braap2 2.00 Canadian for me for 1 bike.

[@PeanutButteR1elly]

Getting the thing dirty is much more fun then cleaning it though -.-

[@kamren4703]

Peanutbutter1elly than*

[@PeanutButteR1elly]

@@kamren4703 Danke

[@yeahsure933]

Fun fact erase products is own buy a bunch of 25 year old KZbinrs

[@Scorpion-mf8og]

What if you have a street legal dirt bike, should I worry about getting my switches soaking wet?

[@Danman1972]

Brillo and SOS are brands that are steel wool. That little green pad is a 3M or "scotch" pad. All are abrasive and scrub.

[@NolanbYork]

Forgot a step. If you have a license plate don’t wash it😂

[@NORIZZ315]

Hey there, I have a 2011 yz450f. How long does the air filter need to sit before running the engine again safely? Just so nothing gets in the carb, etc..

[@Danielxperez14]

A quick tip coming from a detailer: use good high foaming soap for more cleaning time, good chemicals will knock off the dirt and grime easy and not much elbow grease is needed.

[@tipsysmichigander6483]

I use brillo pads as air filters instead of foam on thenold pw80 enclosed air filter boxes. More air flow but still keeps all the shit out.

[@borntwice4724]

Can you do a video on “how to start a 2019 yz450f “, I’ve had my bike for a while now and for the life of me I can’t start it there’s no kick starter on it.

[@TheMxFactory]

We can’t find ours either?! Manufactures defect?

[@lompy529]

you’ll need some double A batteries 😉

[@stonergaming4629]

I really enjoy watching your videos, you’re very knowledgeable and I like how you explain things. I’ve learned a lot from you man

[@rimawihone]

Amazing!! Such a lazy rider in the 70'80's and 90's! Sorry dad in heaven! The mechanics son has a revelation 2022 lol

[@MattH198]

I use a window cleaner bottle filled with truck wash.

[@jameslacey858]

Pressure washers blow the dirt under the seals and cause contamination of the bearings , the seals aren't made for stopping 1200 psi plus water pressures ......they are oil and dust seals 😅

[@Bikebros27]

As a parent whose kids are just getting into dirt bikes what tips and tricks would you suggest in terms of maintaining the bike and stuff that will help them. I have got them watching your videos. 😂

[@brydenturnbull9749]

I have watched you guys videos for a while and all of them are helpful big fan from South Africa

[@socks2441]

so i have to go buy a dedicated burnout helicopter for whenever im waiting for the soap to kick in next time i wash my bike. good to know. jeeze this dirtbiking thing is expensive.

[@supadupaswag2125]

2:00 Idk I mean, I would most likely be wet enough to feel hydrated

[@bennyboymtb2016]

I use degreaser in stead of the foam stuff

[@sethmacgillivary1281]

What degreaser

[@mmmmmm72631]

I wish I had a bike to wash.... gotta save up 600 more and I’ll have enough for a used one from marketplace

[@secretsecret3649]

I live in An area where the dirt is most clay so pressure washers don’t even work 😂

[@mxtechnicalsupport]

the seat is soaking up 4 or more pounds off water.

[@mariusfauru]

If you need a video how to wash and clean your dirt bike! 🧐 Trust me this is not your sport 😂🤣😅😂🤣

[@derykw1107]

If you have a high power pressure washer just use the yellow tip or 50 degree

[@rs-si6lz]

i pressure washed my bike with a 40 degree tip and at 1600 psi with the tip like 4 feet away and i ended up ripping holes through my paint. i cant tell if the paint is weak or if i did something wrong.

[@tomalba7]

I do very light trail riding when I get home there is like a white film on my bike. I wash it off I use car wash liquid I use a brush it looks good and then when it dries there's still a white Haze on the metal what the f I'm in South Florida what is in this dirt and how do I get it off!?

[@shannonharvey7074]

Good info , really enjoy all your videos , even when your trying to be funny lol 👍 Thanks

[@yomido4018]

I don’t have a dirt bike anyways this makes me sad

[@issac951]

I didn’t tape my airbox opening is that bad?

[@TheEvansRacing]

Scotch Bright :) Love from Australia!

[@HadrienATF]

Your first step should have been to remove those ugly spoke skins 😂 now more seriously, they can lead to rusted spokes, so there is a good reason to remove them I really do appreciate this channel btw

[@baianinho9841]

Endi td k.

[@tracymoore9769]

Them using plugs and dick tape for their exsost me not using anything because I have a honda

[@mnstaal]

What if you don’t have enough room to row your boat for the 15th clean it why your bike here for you then what do you do if you just keep it in place and you only have a kickstand

[@bloodmonk125]

Huge thing I’d recommend is no toils airbox cleaning kit. The clean spray works wonders to clean out the box and having the air boot cover is way nice. The exhaust plug that comes with it leaves something to be desired though. Also where’s the link to that foam spray?

[@nickg5275]

Hi I’m new to dirt biking I’m confused on what the air box is and a air boot is can you help ?

[@draco5188]

@@nickg5275 im a little late but u should find it under the seat

[@nickg5275]

@@draco5188 aha thanks. What a dumb question I had asked lol

[@mxslick50]

And always remember...a clean monoshock wins the ladies. ;)

[@mrkattm]

Another thing you might have considered doing when the bike was soaking was getting a hair cut.

[@taniks-gn5ok]

That's brutal

[@rezkidgamingyt4725]

I won’t use a pressure washer on my bike because we only have a gas one that’s way to much power it will go past all the seals but Yamaha has got seals on everything important seal anyway

[@lilmintz7176]

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[@jamesking4225]

I never leave my filter in when I wash my bike, I always put an airbox cover on

[@Squishyprawn0]

I just have a question is it ok to wash your engine I haven’t cleaned my yet but I want to know what is not ok to wash

[@imds123]

You know chain lube is a waste of money... its been proven already. lol

[@trippyzushika1306]

Im just scared that im going to get some water in my carb, i have a filter cover but its still something im concerned about

[@jaycroy1537]

tyler like this!!!!!!!!!

[@markvalente480]

I use a leaf blower to dry, being careful around bearings.

[@nomdutilisateur]

You missed an opportunity for a free drying with that helicopter!

[@i_do_youtube_nstuff2761]

Did you just say fucking DIRT SKOOTER

[@kadensnyder4700]

I put a condom I mean a ziplock bag around the muffler so I don’t get and water in it

[@moneyotm]

do i need to cover anything else other than the Exhaust

[@qq7647]

The music in your videos...is plain fantastic !

[@crunch_amp9282]

One reason why to not use a pressure washer damages seals don't use a pressure washer soap water and a scrub pad and a hose...

[@patrickduncanjr.6847]

So getting the carburetor is chill? Just tape the exhaust?