How to Clean Blue Motorcycle Pipes
Heat from the exhaust can cause a motorcycle's pipes to discolor and turn yellowish or blue. This discoloration can dull the appearance of the whole motorcycle, making even new bikes look old and worn. Removing this doesn't usually take long (under half an hour, unless the pipes are badly discolored). With the right products, you can remove the blue and bring your pipes back to their original shiny polish.
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Things You'll Need
- Microfiber polishing cloths
- Chrome and metal polish (e.g. Blue-Job or Autosol metal polish)
- Water (if using a powder formula, such as Blue Job)
Instructions
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Let the pipes cool down completely before beginning. Dust off excess road debris with a soft cloth, preferably a microfiber one.
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Wash the pipes with motorcycle pipe cleaner or motorcycle shampoo. If pipes are greasy or otherwise very dirty, the polish you'll be using won't work as well. Dry the pipes before moving to the next step.
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Place a dab of polish onto a microfiber polishing cloth. If you are using a powdered formula, you'll need to mix it with a bit of tap water---just enough to make a paste---first.
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Rub the polish into the pipe, working on one small area at a time. When blue is gone from that area, move on to the next. Change to a clean cloth whenever the cloth becomes discolored.
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Finish the job by buffing the pipes well with a clean microfiber cloth.
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Tips & Warnings
Park the motorcycle in the shade when polishing the pipes. This will keep the pipes (and you) cool as you clean and polish them. Polishes and cleaners are available at motorcycle detailing shops and some auto stores. You may also find these in hardware stores, home improvement stores or online.
Most polishes contain abrasives that can wear away the pipe's finish over time.
