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[JDLEE]

Curious how others clean under the side covers. Recently did some wiring work and didn't realize how dirty it was under the side covers. Concerned about using water in this area, but just wiping it down with a cloth wasn't satisfactory.

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[Boatman]

I wash the side covers when they are off and just lightly wipe the areas with the wiring under the covers.  As you stated, it can be pretty dirty under there with road dust and belt dust.  Not much you can do to clean under there-just don't look.   

[GregKhougaz]

Wipe under side covers with not too wet towel or damp towel and pledge....  works fine.   

[fourstar]

I've only done this once in 4K miles, but I hit it with the hose and blew out all of the excess water with compressed air.  I'm sure there are lots of opinions on this but the electrical connectors are reasonably water tight.  It's about like spraying water under the hood of your car.  As long as you don't get carried away you should be okay.

[spydglide]

I've only done this once in 4K miles, but I hit it with the hose and blew out all of the excess water with compressed air.  I'm sure there are lots of opinions on this but the electrical connectors are reasonably water tight.  It's about like spraying water under the hood of your car.  As long as you don't get carried away you should be okay.

:nervous:Not me, I'd rather have cobwebs in there.  har!  spyder

[Fired00d]

I've only done this once in 4K miles, but I hit it with the hose and blew out all of the excess water with compressed air.  I'm sure there are lots of opinions on this but the electrical connectors are reasonably water tight.  It's about like spraying water under the hood of your car.  As long as you don't get carried away you should be okay.

When I detail mine I've done about the same... taken the covers off, and washed what is under them like every other part of the bike..... rinse.... blow dry... and go. I have made sure that any electrical plugs had covers/caps in place. If you've ever been caught in a frog choking rain I'd bet you a doughnut to a dollar that there has been water behind those covers.

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

[spydglide]

When I detail mine I've done about the same... taken the covers off, and washed what is under them like every other part of the bike..... rinse.... blow dry... and go. I have made sure that any electrical plugs had covers/caps in place. If you've ever been caught in a frog choking rain I'd bet you a doughnut to a dollar that there has been water behind those covers.

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 :fireman:Maybe not, but if you ever pull your bike on a open trailer in heavy rain on a interstate for any distance, you'll get water everywhere.  Even inside the speedo on a softtail.......don't ask me how I know 'cause I'll never admit to 'trailering'.  har!  spyder

[REGGAB]

Simple.  Remove the covers.  Wipe them clean.  Remove the fuse block covers and wipe the covers clean.  Clean the fuse blocks the best you can.  Stuff a damp rag behind the left fuse panel and get your hand in there to wipe that area down.  Too easy.

[JDLEE]

Appreciate all the ideas and comments.......................

[REGGAB]

Appreciate all the ideas and comments.......................

Between me, Chip, Gary, and Spydy.........we have plenty of other bike cleaning secrets........but be warned........in this instance, OCD does not mean "Obsessive Chrome Disorder."   

It is, however, a happy sickness one need not worry over.  The satisfaction is quite fulfilling.   

Henry

[spydglide]

Satisfaction......yes.  Just came in from a 'bout' with the glare and the huckleberry.  Puts a smile on my face that I can see in the shine.  har!   :drink:spyder

[REGGAB]

The Spyder is the most qualified individual on this forum.......and all others for that matter.......to give dissertation on this disorder.  It really is a good thing........right Spydy?   

[Fired00d]

Disorder?? What disorder?? I think it's a natural/beautiful thing.

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

[REGGAB]

Disorder?? What disorder?? I think it's a natural/beautiful thing.

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

You are correct, Sir.  I yield to your wisdom.  What was I thinking?

We're "normal."   

[spydglide]

We're "normal."   

yes.  most definitely.  har!  spyder