You are correct F11 is not a ceramic coating it is a "top coat" product. Timing is perfect as I am just doing a 19 Ultra Low and have a 18 Heritage softail to do after that one and then on to a BMW all using ceramic as a "final" coating and numerous prior to them including my own new CVO.
I have the upmost respect for Jerry's option but now as a detailer in my retirement, and coming from an automotive family, father having a large operation auto collision business, I have been around products as they have evolved. Jerry is correct that ceramic is not a magic bullet. However, it is one of the biggest advancements in car, or in this case motorcycle detailing in some years. Prior to it, and still a good product is quality sealants on the market today. Even ceramic coatings continue to evolve and have become very user friendly for the average Joe to use with professional results. Ceramic cures rock hard like another microscopic clear coat layer. Waxes, polishes, and most sealants tend to remain softer and are more susceptible to being removed by prespay cleaners (S100 as an example) and wash soaps. Crap such as bird sh...t sit on top of ceramic as do bugs etc so they come off much easier. Spray your bike with a pre cleaner such as S100 and hit it with a "low" pressure wash, blow it dry, and followed with a nice wipe down with a microfiber towel. I go months with never using a bucket and wash mitt. They have also come down in cost considerably and a good quality is now in the $60 - $80 range. No magic bullet here again, the coating must be maintained with a top coat from time to time. Thing is top coats spray on and wipe off. Ceramic, like Sealants contain no paint correction properties. You must correct your paint and bring it to a high standard prior to applying any coating. I would say the biggest advantage of ceramic is low maintenance after it is done. All the work comes in the preparation no different then waxing, sealing or what ever you may use and that is where the cost comes from getting a professional to do it for you, labour costs. Also, ceramic made for wheels is made with a very high heat tolerance and does an excellent job on your engine, heat shields, mufflers, and caps. I personally have been using it in this manner for over 5 years now with awesome results. I have absolutely no horse in the race here, nor any affiliation with any company but personally swear by CarPro products such as their CQuartz line and Reload as a topcoat for maintenance. Essence is a great primer/corrector prior to ceramic application. Oh and by the way I am OCD when it comes to my bikes and vehicles. If you are washing your ride on a weekly basis this is great stuff and lasts. If you don't and could careless spend $5 on a can of wax, I could care less. Watch major online suppliers for their sales, do your own, and save big bucks. Go to Youtube and watch some how-to videos. This is all IMHO. I mite only suggest the pole/vote questions may be somewhat off in what they ask. What works for you, works for you!