How to Clean Motorcycle Ceramic Exhaust Pipes
Your motorcycle's exhaust system is the last component in your vehicle's combustion system. A variety of gases and byproducts are released through your motorcycle's ceramic pipes. This release process leaves a layer of residue on the outside of the pipes. This residue can eventually build up if you don't clean the pipes regularly. A non-abrasive cleaner and rag are all that you need to clean and remove dirt, residue and grime from your motorcycle's ceramic exhaust pipes.
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Things You'll Need
- 3 soft, lint-free cloths or rags
- Latex gloves
- Contact cleaner or other nonflammable cleaner
Instructions
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Turn off the motorcycle if it is on. Let the motorcycle cool if it has been driven recently.
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Wipe the ceramic exhaust pipes with a soft, lint-free cloth or rag to remove any loose dust, dirt and grime. Wear latex gloves to keep your hands clean.
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Spray a soft, lint-free cloth or rag with two sprays of a contact cleaner or other nonflammable cleaner.
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Wipe the ceramic pipes with the cleaner-soaked cloth or rag. For stubborn buildup and grime, re-apply cleaner to the cloth or rag and scrub the ceramic pipe(s) with light pressure to break up the grime.
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Turn the cloth or rag to a clean side. Re-apply cleaner to the cloth or rag. Continue cleaning the pipes with the cleaner-soaked cloth or rag until the pipes are dirt-free.
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Wipe the ceramic exhaust pipes with a dry, lint-free cloth or rag to remove any residue.
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Tips & Warnings
To keep over-spray and cleaner residue off other parts of your motorcycle, do not spray anything directly on the ceramic exhaust pipes. Spray the cleaner on a cloth or rag instead.
Do not use an abrasive cloth or rag to clean your motorcycle's ceramic pipes. These types of cloths/rags will cause scratches on your motorcycle's pipes and dull their finish.
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