Triumph Bobber Black, Detailing/protecting matte motorcycle paintwork!

[@davidmacgregor5193]

Hi Stuart, I don't like using too many chemicals to clean my H-D Iron 883, it's the popular black denim version. On the matt black paintwork I use distilled white vinegar, I also use it on the gloss black parts, instrument glass and mirrors etc, it's an all round cleaning product and it's completely natural, my great grandmother used to use distilled vinegar as a cleaner all around her home. The vinegar can be bought from supermarkets for around £0.40p for a pint bottle, so it doesn't break the bank. I spray it over the paintwork and leave it for about 30 seconds and I wipe it off with a microfibre cloth, just a quick wipe as I don't want to polish my matt paint to a shine. The vinegar removes all the road dirt and gives a squeaky clean finish. For detailing my wrinkle black engine cases I used Triple QX maintenance spray, it contains PTFE and stops dust from settling on my engine cases. I just spray it on and let the propelling solvent air dry and it's job done. I buy the Triple Qx in a 600ml can from Huddersfield Autojumble at £2.50 a time, that's the cheapest price that I've found it at. Triple QX Is also available at Euro Car Parts UK stores for £4.89 for the 600ml can.

[@thekavehkashani]

My RE 350 classic just went through its first Full Fillingham + matte treatment and I couldn't be happier with the results. Thank you. I really appreciate your videos.

[@retrobaikzeit1186]

Thanks a lot for the useful information based on your invaluable experience, just what I need to take care of my newly acquired Street Twin.

[@Rosakru]

Always enjoy seeing others take great care of their rides as well. Cheers mate.

[@pablominelli2648]

I LOVE THE BOBBER BLACK. I AM FANS OF MAINTENANCE THAT YOU DO ON MOTORCYCLES. GREETINGS FROM URUGUAY!!!!

[@stuartfillingham]

Thank you Pablo!

[@ElBrendino]

Very helpful! My matte blue triumph scrambler looks great after using this stuff.

[@sethi2187]

Hi Stuart, Once again, a very informative and an amazing video. Cheers!

[@wildhogget69]

Perfect just the video I was waiting for, cheers Stuart- now I need to Muc-off 😁

[@stuartfillingham]

LOL.

[@stevenhill6214]

Excellent! With maintenance like that, the bike will probably look just as good in five years time.

[@stuartfillingham]

Thanks Steve!

[@josephlosness1825]

Fantastic video Stu! 👍🏍🇬🇧

[@stuartfillingham7011]

Joseph Losness thanks Joseph!

[@Mo-xx9gg]

Three years later, I am buying my first Triumph Stuart! 2021 Rocket 3 R limited edition Black! So much matt paint, and I wasn't sure what to do! I'm a big fan of wax, but this is not advised on Matt paint! Thanks for this!

[@sanclewphotographic]

A lovely job looks great Stuart, but on my current motorcycle a 2018 Tiger 800Xrt I have to use a blower to remove excess water, I purchased a good quality pet dryer which works beautifully for the purpose, then finally I spray with AC50 which does the same job as the products you use, obviously if you want a motorcycle dryer they could cost up to £200 instead of a pet dryer for around £45 a lot of difference.

[@petemcclelland9067]

Good info, love ya work

[@IvanRides]

I just bought a Bonneville Speedmaster and already wanting to learn how to preserve it's look and keep it clean

[@Nak0ut]

Hey Stuart, I really enjoy your videos and they have helped me maintain my bobber. Still I was wondering what your recommendations are for the wheels and the spots of grease around the chain. Can you do a video focusing on this?

[@johnrimmer5812]

So true Stuart , just cleaned my crf 250 l here in Khoa Lak Thailand , 7 o'clock local time, 83f.you've gotta be quick or it looks a bugger. Lol

[@stuartfillingham]

LOL!

[@ReviewFilm]

I've just discovered your videos - Great stuff Stuart, thanks for all the good work! I have a question. I've had a T120 Black since 2016 and kept her clean but hadn't used any protection as I see you advize. This has resulted in the matt black downpipes collecting burnt in crud that I don't know how to safely deal with. Have you any ideas how I could clean this or is it something I'll have to now live with? From now on I'll be adding your "First Stage" protection to my cleaning programm ;-) Cheers. Simon

[@ankitkhandelwal426]

Luckily I have the muc off finishing detailer so very fortunate video for me

[@tinks43]

Spankingly clean 👍🏻

[@stuartfillingham]

Spankingly!!!

[@phillippayne8170]

Nice one Stuart

[@stuartfillingham]

Thank you Phil!

[@omeris4201]

I ❤ clean motorcycles👍👍

[@darshanpaunikar3314]

Hello sir... I am planning to buy bon bobber black.... Should i stick with it...or harley 48 a better option?

[@ngodinhtrung8907]

Wow..yeah..thanks Sir...

[@hgrasty]

Stuart - were you dissatisfied with the Matt Finish on the engine covers or just the pipes (I wasn't sure in your video)? Here in California, the weather is mild, so I am not sure I need GT85, but would like some protection against my leg rubbing against the engine covers. Thanks Stuart for pointing me in the direction of Muc Off products for cleaning and maintaining. I can get most of them here in the U.S.

[@jorgeperez-wd5ge]

hello! what stand did you use here?

[@bruceburns1672]

Good looking machine .

[@stuartfillingham]

Cheers Bruce!

[@davidemms5176]

Hi Stuart great informative video as always! getting my bobber black very soon! Muc-off orSilkolene which is best thanks!

[@stuartfillingham]

Both are good David, whichever suites availability and pocket at the time!

[@markg4929]

Great video thanks for the info as always. Question, maybe daft but hey ho. I also have a lift and when I try to lift my bobber the weight is all at the front so the bike tips forward. How did you get yours to sit evenly on the lift?

[@stuartfillingham]

I just experiment until I find out where the balance point is sir! I did actually choose the sealey Mc4500 due to good reviews in that respect, The arms on some jacks are a little close together and it can make balancing more difficult!

[@MaximumProductions70]

What's the stand you are using?

[@terrierman66]

Great video Stuart, my wife and I have just watched it🙂 Noticed surface rust between the vents on your Bobbers brake discs, my T120 suffers this too which I remove with fine wire wool. Just wondered what you would recommend to coat them with, been so close to the braking surface ?

[@stuartfillingham]

Unfortunately theres little you can do about it Richard apart from clean it off periodically as you have been doing! scotch bright might work a little better though!

[@rich.dodd1]

On my old cbr600f I took the rear disc off sandblasted it at work and sprayed a few light coats of silver hammerite over it. You couldn't even tell it was sprayed, it never rusted again in the 7 years I owned it. All my other bikes have had floating front discs so it wasn't a problem but my new interceptor might have to have the same treatment, can't stand rust on my bikes.

[@PaulBilton]

What bike stand is that please?

[@ToastyMeadows]

What are your thoughts on ACR-50, I've been hearing some bad stuff regarding its tendency to attract all sorts of gunk and is a mess to clean. You reckon Muc-off motorcycle protectant would fare better in that regard?

[@stuartfillingham]

I don't rate it!

[@hopgood007]

She's looking good Stu. Ah the 'Full Fillingham' ..tried, tested and never found wanting (GT85 currently on offer again in Morrisons). But where is Oliver?

[@stuartfillingham]

Thanks Paul, yes you cant beat GT85! ollie wasn't around that day, Milly did put in an appearance but I had to cut the footage due to here indulging in a certain cleaning regime!

[@pauldicken6029]

Love the smell of GT85 lol

[@stuartfillingham]

Hmmm Lavender oil!

[@mikeofcomx]

Great video, thanks. I've seen many of your earlier videos, and you clearly take good care of your bikes. And I presume you still have the T120, which has a lot more chrome on it, as does my Trumph America. Can you recommend a product cares for chrome, please? Or maybe a pointer to an earlier video where you illustrate this (as I may have missed one!). And one last easy question: you have a distinct accent that I'd like to place. Is it Hull or somewhere between there and Sheffield, or where?

[@stuartfillingham]

Im from Hull Mike! Thanks for you comment and yes I still have theT120! re chrome I wouldn't recommend using chrome cleaner too often, may be just once or twice a year, ordinarily just use a non abrasive automotive wax after washing

[@julioromero921]

448/5000 Hi stuart First of all, congratulate you on your videos and apologize for my English, since I'm translating it on Google. I have a Bonneville T120 Black and the other day I got some product splashed on my matt exhaust pipe and I can't clean it. I have tried the Muc off mat finish detailer and it leaves it worse. I have seen that you use the GT 85 and I would appreciate it if you would tell me if this product will really suit me to remove those stains. thank you.

[@threethrushes]

Muc-off is pricey stuff, but, if the Fillingham uses it, who are we to argue? Top notch Bobber action as usual.

[@stuartfillingham]

Thanks Gerhard!

[@zozoa1]

Great video can you use GT85 on chrome.

[@stuartfillingham7011]

WINDZUP 1700 yes you can sir but obviously it will leave the surface a little greasy on the parts that dont get very hot. Personally i would reccomend a non abrasive automotive wax

[@richardcollins586]

Stu, do you ever clean your tyres walls using a de-greaser and then dress the tyre walls afterwards? Bit OCD, though in the car detailing world people use these products to enhance the look of the tyre.

[@stuartfillingham]

I just clean them with muc off bike cleaner Richard, and use a clear tyre dressing whenever they look dull.

[@bart_mertens]

hey Stuart , are you lifting the bike on the sumpgard ?

[@stuartfillingham]

Yes

[@BobC777]

Did your new Bobber replace one of your other Bonnevilles or was is an addition?

[@stuartfillingham]

its an addition Bob!

[@markmottershead1905]

Stuart, what do you the Muc Off Bike Protect for?

[@stuartfillingham]

its just a substitute for the GT85!

[@Sonnybee01]

Removing rust from the connectors between the spokes and the rim. What do you use to remove It?

[@stuartfillingham]

I haven't had any problems with that so far Sonny not on the T120 anyway, bit early to tell with the bobber!

[@dougchapman248]

Hi Sonnybee01, I use a battery powered toothbrush and Maguirs metal polish and the results are “sparkling”

[@dougchapman248]

Hi Sonnybee01, I use a battery powered toothbrush and Maguirs metal polish and the results are “sparkling”

[@TheLithGH]

Does that lift work alone to hold the bike, or are you using a tie-down of some sort as well? I've been looking for a way to raise my Bobber to clean an lube the chain... thanks!!

[@stuartfillingham]

Yes it should be secured really GR But the bobber is very stable on the jack and I only needed it high enough to turn the wheels.

[@TheLithGH]

Great, thanks Stuart!!

[@blackstallion2011]

Stuart, love your videos, just subscribed. What Jack is this, and how safe do you find it regarding damage to frame/engine? I'm looking for a jack as an alternative to bobbins and a paddock stand. Cheers! Matt

[@blackstallion2011]

Ignore my below comment, just checked your other video regarding the Sealey MC4500, all my questions appear to be answered! Cheers

[@jorgeperez-wd5ge]

?? could you please tell me what brand the bike lift/stand is? looks nice and compact

[@jorgeperez-wd5ge]

thank you for liking the comment, could you answer my question too please??

[@damirslatina]

@@jorgeperez-wd5ge hi, did he answered you question? I want to know to. Thanks

[@jorgeperez-wd5ge]

@@damirslatina no. totally ignored

[@damirslatina]

@@jorgeperez-wd5ge Hi, yesterday I've orderd: Hydraulische Hebebühne Triumph Bonneville Bobber Black ConStands Mid-Lift XL schwarz Artikelnr.: 168681-0. Preis ist 103 Euros

[@Angel-yd2jw]

Sealey mc4500

[@stefanovon]

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