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Old 03-06-2015, 09:27 PM
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Long story, but I accidentally grabbed a rag that had WD40 on it and touched my new black heat shields. I haven't started the bike yet. Is this anything to worry about? If so, what can I clean them with before starting the bike?
 
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Glass cleaner is what I use. Clean it before running is what I say, why chance it? Glass cleaner also works on black denim paint by the way.
 
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Hot water and dawn dishwashing liquid. I'd want to make sure I got it all off before starting bike.

Alcohol on a cheesecloth may work also.
 
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Do not start until cleaned unless you want those marks to remind you every time you look at it.
 
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Definitely clean off...oil + heat on metal = marks. Like suggested, dish soap & water.
 
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Originally Posted by Iceman24
Definitely clean off...oil + heat on metal = marks. Like suggested, dish soap & water.
Thanks guys. That was my plan, but wanted to make sure. I will probably get some hot water with dawn wipe down and repeat several times.
 
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