General Bike Washing/Cleaning

["Dangerous" Dan K]

Sorry I didn't mean to leave you neglected child, ive done roofing and sidewall as well as landscaping growing up and I realized why work harder when you can work smarter? Anyway , I enjoy my job at the pharmaceutical company. Keep going to school for "radiology" kid and perhaps you will do something productive with your life.


.......Construction worker+IQ = FAIL


Best of luck to you!


-Thanks for the info on the bike.. washed/waxed that shit up this weekend lookin nice as fuck ;P

I'm just curious if it hurts... being that stupid, that is. I've been in an engineering position, mainly running AutoCAD, for 9 years. I'm currently training in construction, and at some point will leave this job for that one. Why work harder when you can work smarter, indeed. Here’s the thing with construction, it’s best to know what the fuck your guys are doing in order to run a crew. So you do the labor shit. You do some carpentry. You do some plumbing. You do some electrical. You learn, you keep in shape, and you develop a relationship with your crew and an understanding for the work part of it. The more you learn, and the more your company grows, the less physical work you do. Eventually it’s just sales (customers), politics (associations and permits) and management (crews). You work for yourself and make really, really good money doing it. Smarter indeed!

Oh yeah… welcome to the site. :

As far as washing your bike, I find a pressure washer all over does very well, especially to get at those tricky bits like the wiring behind the fairing and the inside of the exhaust. If you want your clean bike to run again the approach is a bit different, but who cares if it works if it’s shiney?

[LiquidPhire]

I'm just curious if it hurts... being that stupid, that is. I've been in an engineering position, mainly running AutoCAD, for 9 years. I'm currently training in construction, and at some point will leave this job for that one. Why work harder when you can work smarter, indeed. Here’s the thing with construction, it’s best to know what the fuck your guys are doing in order to run a crew. So you do the labor shit. You do some carpentry. You do some plumbing. You do some electrical. You learn, you keep in shape, and you develop a relationship with your crew and an understanding for the work part of it. The more you learn, and the more your company grows, the less physical work you do. Eventually it’s just sales (customers), politics (associations and permits) and management (crews). You work for yourself and make really, really good money doing it. Smarter indeed!

Oh yeah… welcome to the site. :

As far as washing your bike, I find a pressure washer all over does very well, especially to get at those tricky bits like the wiring behind the fairing and the inside of the exhaust. If you want your clean bike to run again the approach is a bit different, but who cares if it works if it’s shiney?

Hey thanks for the informative post!, bragging about AutoCad is impressive. Computerized drafting....hurray!.... AutoCad is for people who can't hack learning more complex computer skills/programs. Its a great program and does warrant some time to learn how-to use properly but once learned its cake. No real brain power needed ,so while this may impress the less informed it does not however impress me.

How do I know this you ask? I was in the CAD program in school but decided to change over to Network Systems as it is a bit more challenging and multi-faceted(and better paid/respected in the IT field)compared to a beefed-up microsoft paint program...

but Ive learned the proper way to wash my r6 and that's what matters

Have a good day!

["Dangerous" Dan K]

Hey thanks for the informative post!, bragging about AutoCad is impressive. Computerized drafting....hurray!.... AutoCad is for people who can't hack learning more complex computer skills/programs. Its a great program and does warrant some time to learn how-to use properly but once learned its cake. No real brain power needed ,so while this may impress the less informed it does not however impress me.

How do I know this you ask? I was in the CAD program in school but decided to change over to Network Systems as it is a bit more challenging and multi-faceted(and better paid/respected in the IT field)compared to a beefed-up microsoft paint program...

AutoCAD is the software I use at this job, not the only software I know how to use. And, of course, you learn all there is to know about it in some class in school, not just a bare foundation to start your learning or anything like that. You seem to have missed the point though, there's better money and more brainpower involved in doing construction right than you are giving it credit for. Network systems... better paid and respected? On what planet? I turned down an IT job a few years back. After a good foundation of computer knowledge, which I have, it's mostly a matter of certifications and training, just like anything else.

"How do I know, you ask?" Because I not only took a few classes in IT shit, but also did some IT work for a couple years before deciding I'd rather work in AutoCAD. Engineering finished products, watching my prints come back as actual parts, and watching the machines I help design come into production and work is more fun for me than sorting out network & PC issues (which I still end up doing, but fortunately only with about 5% of my time). But this isn't about AutoCAD or being an IT guy (my best friend is one, and I damn near was, so I have no disrespect for the position). It's about trying to get you to spray your electronics and the inside of your pipe with a pressure washer, isn't it?

but Ive learned the proper way to wash my r6 and that's what matters

Have a good day!

Now you're catching on. Odds are you'll fit in. Well, except for your version of a "good day" being the little one between those two jerking it.

[LiquidPhire]

I am glad you had to edit your post(but instead of trying to insult make your edit worthwhile by correcting your sentences - lol), anyway I am done with this discussion as a whole I appreciate all of the input I have received and look forward to future discussions.


Can't wait for this fucken weather to warm up , hopefully moving to hawaii this summer!

[crowspeed07]

I'm just curious if it hurts... being that stupid, that is. I've been in an engineering position, mainly running AutoCAD, for 9 years. I'm currently training in construction, and at some point will leave this job for that one. Why work harder when you can work smarter, indeed. Here’s the thing with construction, it’s best to know what the fuck your guys are doing in order to run a crew. So you do the labor shit. You do some carpentry. You do some plumbing. You do some electrical. You learn, you keep in shape, and you develop a relationship with your crew and an understanding for the work part of it. The more you learn, and the more your company grows, the less physical work you do. Eventually it’s just sales (customers), politics (associations and permits) and management (crews). You work for yourself and make really, really good money doing it. Smarter indeed!

Oh yeah… welcome to the site. :

As far as washing your bike, I find a pressure washer all over does very well, especially to get at those tricky bits like the wiring behind the fairing and the inside of the exhaust. If you want your clean bike to run again the approach is a bit different, but who cares if it works if it’s shiney?

No it's not! It's best when the engineer has no idea wtf where doing. It's alot of entertainment to see how much b.s. we can tell him before we let him in on the truth.

["Dangerous" Dan K]

No it's not! It's best when the engineer has no idea wtf where doing. It's alot of entertainment to see how much b.s. we can tell him before we let him in on the truth.

haha... I've seen that show in action. Entertaining, I'll admit. Problem is the guy running it usually doesn't last all that long, especially in times like these.

[Hauptman]

[RandyO]

How do I know this you ask? I was in the CAD program in school but decided to change over to Network Systems as it is a bit more challenging and multi-faceted(and better paid/respected in the IT field)compared to a beefed-up microsoft paint program...
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it's obvious that you know nothing of Autocad's complexity or job potential, what did you do, learn how to use the student version of release 9, draw simple mechanical shit

[bigred875]

Hey thanks for the informative post!, bragging about AutoCad is impressive. Computerized drafting....hurray!.... AutoCad is for people who can't hack learning more complex computer skills/programs. Its a great program and does warrant some time to learn how-to use properly but once learned its cake. No real brain power needed ,so while this may impress the less informed it does not however impress me.

How do I know this you ask? I was in the CAD program in school but decided to change over to Network Systems as it is a bit more challenging and multi-faceted(and better paid/respected in the IT field)compared to a beefed-up microsoft paint program...

but Ive learned the proper way to wash my r6 and that's what matters

Have a good day!

how much help do you really think you'll get acting like a complete douche bag? every post you make you sound more and more like an asshole...

ps - a lot of us on this site have to have all the skills a network eng. has in order to perform our jobs so you arent impressing anyone with your entry level career path.

["Dangerous" Dan K]

it's obvious that you know nothing of Autocad's complexity or job potential, what did you do, learn how to use the student version of release 9, draw simple mechanical shit

it's obvious that you know nothing of Autocad's complexity or job potential, what did you do, learn how to use the student version of release 9, draw simple mechanical shit

C'mon now. This dude wanted to use simple green on his chain, WD40 it for "lubricant", wasn't sure if pressure washing it was a good idea, and thinks AutoCAD is a stepped up version of MSPaint. It's not even worth the debate... it's no fun when they can't swing back. The "construction = low IQ" part could have been fun, but he doesn't seem to want to step into that ring.

[6 Fingered Man]

Hey thanks for the informative post!, bragging about AutoCad is impressive. Computerized drafting....hurray!.... AutoCad is for people who can't hack learning more complex computer skills/programs. Its a great program and does warrant some time to learn how-to use properly but once learned its cake. No real brain power needed ,so while this may impress the less informed it does not however impress me.

How do I know this you ask? I was in the CAD program in school but decided to change over to Network Systems as it is a bit more challenging and multi-faceted(and better paid/respected in the IT field)compared to a beefed-up microsoft paint program...

but Ive learned the proper way to wash my r6 and that's what matters

Have a good day!

Hey, IT consultant with an MCSE checking in, you are a fucking idiot. I work on some networks designed around engineering and drafting software and I feel like an idiot when I talk to these guys about what they do. I'm with Dan it must hurt to be that stupid. Then again isn't the basis of this thread that you are not smart enough to WASH A FUCKING BIKE to start with.

dumb, just dumb

Don't assume you know someones intelligence based on there job, you don't know him or his background.

[crowspeed07]

haha... I've seen that show in action. Entertaining, I'll admit. Problem is the guy running it usually doesn't last all that long, especially in times like these.

Haha you should check out my line of work. you would prob just sit their being amazed/sick because of what we pull out of water mains. I hear ya on their never around for to long. Our last eng came up from Virginia to mass to work with us because he was the only one who they knew could stick around for the summer.

[*GhostRide37]

Wait... your in construction.. that explains your IQ.

you're

[rbrais]

Treat it like a car. Car soap/soft sponge. Simple green on the rear wheel and swing arm for chain lube residue. Brake dust should just come off with a sponge.

Keep a good coat of wax on all painted surfaces that are not flat paint or rough surfaces. A coat of wax on the wheels makes them easier to clean off when you wash it.

Oh, no powerwashing. Blows shit where it doesn't belong and forces grease out of the barings.

[rbrais]

Damn. I have to learn to read all posts before sending a reply.

[LiquidPhire]

Sorry to have offended some of you, it seems some people don't like when their e-boyfriends are insulted.

Thank you everyone for your advice, like anything, there is a correct way to do things even if its a simple task of lubing/washing a bike. How are you going to learn how without asking? Thats what I did and it seems as though ive interupted a cock-riding session or something. My apologies.

[bigred875]

Sorry to have offended some of you, it seems some people don't like when their e-boyfriends are insulted.

Thank you everyone for your advice, like anything, there is a correct way to do things even if its a simple task of lubing/washing a bike. How are you going to learn how without asking? Thats what I did and it seems as though ive interupted a cock-riding session or something. My apologies.

you should just leave now

[LiquidPhire]

you should just leave now

Give your boyfriend a tissue for me. I am SORRY!

[6 Fingered Man]

you should just leave now

[Wanderer]

In all seriousness, coming onto a forum asking for advice like this, and then going off making snarky remarks about intelligence vs occupation makes you look like a right wanker.
You almost certainly arent, but as ever on the internets light joking or whatever can so easily be misconstrued

Anyways, is 99% guaranteed you'll get the 'ride it in the rain' response when asking about washing bikes.

For a real shitstorm, ask about what type of oil to use, or start the dino vs synthetic debate

Anyways, take it easy out there, you'll find the folks on here are pretty decent people - take care and have fun in your first season. (forget ego when you ride, its so tempting to try to keep up with the 'fast' guys)

[Jim]

Remember, a shiney chain is a dry chain. A dry chain is not good!

i agree, my chain in no good
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[Qfactor]

I really like this guy already!

welcome to the site Liquid

enjoy your abused stay

Q

[TheIglu]

i agree, my chain in no good
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How many 10's of thousands of miles do you typically get from a chain that is dry?

[Jim]

That chain went on last winter, so it's only got about 8k on it right now. I clean (motorex 611) and lube (chain wax) my chain every 300 miles, which is why it always looks "dry". It's always well lubricated and clean.