Let’s face it — every biker loves a clean machine. But when it comes to choosing a motorcycle cleaner, the temptation to grab the cheapest bottle on the shelf can be strong. After all, soap is soap, right?
Wrong.
If you’re a seasoned rider who’s spent years caring for your bike, you already know the truth: not all cleaners are created equal. And in the long run, those bargain-bin products can do more harm than good — to your bike and your wallet.
1. Cheap Cleaners Can Strip Protective Coatings
Many budget motorcycle cleaners are made with harsh chemicals designed to “blast away” grime. The problem? They often strip away wax, sealants, and even paint-safe coatings along with it.
Over time, this leaves your bike more exposed to:
- Water spots
- Rust formation
- UV damage
A premium cleaner, like MotoClean Bike Wash, is formulated to clean thoroughly without damaging finishes — helping your bike stay protected between washes.
2. Inferior Products Leave Residue (and a Poor Finish)
Cheap cleaners often leave behind streaks or chalky marks — especially on plastics, engine cases, and chrome. If you’ve ever wiped down your fairings and noticed hazy spots or dulling, you’ve seen this firsthand.
Our formula is:
- Residue-free
- Safe on all surfaces
- Leaves your paint looking factory-fresh
3. They Waste Your Time — and Product
With low-quality cleaners, you often need to:
- Use more product
- Scrub harder
- Rinse longer
In short, you work harder and go through bottles faster. Over time, that “cheap” cleaner ends up costing more than a concentrated, efficient solution like MotoClean.
4. Thin, Watery Solutions Just Don’t Work
Some cheap cleaners are so diluted and thin they just run straight off your bike and onto the floor before they’ve had a chance to do their job.
They’re also practically impossible to use in wet or rainy conditions, because they just wash away instantly, leaving you frustrated and wasting product.
MotoClean is designed with the right concentration and viscosity to cling to your bike’s surfaces, cleaning effectively whether it’s dry or damp.
5. They Can Damage Rubber and Seals
Cheap degreasers and general-purpose sprays can dry out rubber seals, hoses, and gaskets over time — especially with frequent use. That’s not just cosmetic — it can lead to real mechanical issues.
MotoClean is developed with motorcycles in mind and is safe on rubber, seals, paint, plastics, and metals.