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Used Simple Green, wiped off, but did not rinse. Problem?

Started by csorin, September 13, 2010, 06:39:10 PM

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csorin

September 13, 2010, 06:39:10 PM
Hey guys,

I was using Simple Green about two months ago to thoroughly clean my new to me Monster.  I would spray some onto shop towels and wipe away on all parts of the bike.  After reading posts about the stuff, I'm now concerned I may have damaged some bits of the bike.  The lower triple in particular looks slightly etched, but no other parts of the bike look "off".  Any thoughts on what I should do now?  Would it be prudent to rinse the bike, 2 months later?  Should I just forget about it and move on?  Thanks guys.

On a related note, which parts of a Monster 620 are aluminum? 

krolik

#1
September 13, 2010, 06:45:04 PM
Get a magnet, if it doesn't stick to that metal part, its a good bet it is aluminum.
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zarn02

#2
September 13, 2010, 06:49:44 PM
If the parts look alright, you probably didn't do anything terrible.

I think most stuff on the 620 will be aluminum. Steel frame, steel swingarm (Pretty sure they didn't put an aluminum swinger on the 620, right?), maybe the headlight bucket?

As Krolik said, magnet around a bit and you'll find out.
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speedknot

#3
September 13, 2010, 07:21:49 PM
People used to have this problem with their aluminum wheels.  Sometimes the cleaner would get under the clearcoat of the alum wheels and start etching away.  Its not too late to give it a good rinse again.  Simple Green is usually pretty mild for treated surfaces.  Did it leave a haze on the finish or does it look like its from underneath?
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csorin

#4
September 13, 2010, 08:19:37 PM
The lower triple isn't hazed, it more or less looks splotchy.  Honestly, nothing much looks too bad.  I went over all the plastics and rubber with Armor-All, and everything is back to being nice and black.  From the way some of the posts read on this forum, you'd think Simple Green will turn your metal bits into brittle husks of their former selves.  I'm assuming this is not the case, but posting the question to appease my OCD. ;)

DucHead

#5
September 14, 2010, 01:57:12 AM
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muskrat

#6
September 14, 2010, 03:38:52 AM
I've had the same problem and have used this to clear it up http://www.amazon.com/Eagle-One-1035605-6PK-Nevr-Dull-Wadding/dp/B001IXQHBY
BTW, I use alcohol and a microfiber towel to clean my engine and wheels.....no streaking and after some 6K plus miles no problems. 
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badgalbetty

#7
September 14, 2010, 04:28:47 AM
just go toss your bike in the weeds and get it all good and scratched up........maybeeven a few broken bits. The OCD will then stop and you'll have a proper bike. Mine got washed this year once.
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fastwin

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September 14, 2010, 06:04:40 AM
Quote from: muskrat on September 14, 2010, 03:38:52 AM
I've had the same problem and have used this to clear it up http://www.amazon.com/Eagle-One-1035605-6PK-Nevr-Dull-Wadding/dp/B001IXQHBY
BTW, I use alcohol and a microfiber towel to clean my engine and wheels.....no streaking and after some 6K plus miles no problems. 

I use alcohol but not for cleaning. ;D I don't have any streaking but I am going bald. [thumbsup]
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csorin

#9
September 14, 2010, 07:00:07 AM
Haha, guys, the bike is far from pristine.  It's a 2004 Monster 620.  I'm the third owner.  It's got it's fair share of scratches, bends, tank dents, etc.  Just hoping I didn't screw up any of the metal bits. 

Muskrat, I'll check out that Nevr-Dull.  Seems the Navy folks are all about it.

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#10
September 14, 2010, 07:49:51 AM
Quote from: csorin on September 13, 2010, 08:19:37 PM
The lower triple isn't hazed, it more or less looks splotchy.  Honestly, nothing much looks too bad.  I went over all the plastics and rubber with Armor-All, and everything is back to being nice and black.  From the way some of the posts read on this forum, you'd think Simple Green will turn your metal bits into brittle husks of their former selves.  I'm assuming this is not the case, but posting the question to appease my OCD. ;)

Do not armor-all your tires.

The seat isn't a great plan either.
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csorin

#11
September 14, 2010, 09:43:45 AM
Mr. Incredible, thanks.  I skipped lubing the tires, seeing as friction is our friend.  As for the seat, the old guy got some leather treatment love.  And yes, it was a little slippery at first ;)

Quote from: MrIncredible on September 14, 2010, 07:49:51 AM
Do not armor-all your tires.

The seat isn't a great plan either.

ducatiz

#12
September 14, 2010, 10:01:57 AM
Quote from: MrIncredible on September 14, 2010, 07:49:51 AM
The seat isn't a great plan either.

how do you wash off the shit stains then?
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#13
September 14, 2010, 11:10:28 AM
Quote from: ducatiz on September 14, 2010, 10:01:57 AM
how do you wash off the shit stains then?

Idk-I've never washed a lawyer  :-*
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#14
September 14, 2010, 11:29:56 AM
Quote from: MrIncredible on September 14, 2010, 11:10:28 AM
Idk-I've never washed a lawyer  :-*

:P  we only get them from dealing with shifty clients...
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