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Actually never heard of it. Like others, I've used honda spray polish for years.
Thanks to forum members I'm now using products from Griot's Garage for all my vehicles...very good products!
They are a great source for all your detailing needs.
 
FYI, the original honda spray polish is now owned by original bike spirits.

The new honda spray clean and polish is not the same formulation as the old one.
 
Once in a while I'll put some carnauba on the bikes then I'll realize how much overkill it was since the bike gets dirty withing a few miles of riding.

I've used to swear by the original Honda Polish then to the American Spirits. I have both AS and Plexus and I find that Plexus takes off bug guts, chain fling and polishes a lot better than the AS spray. The only downfall is that Plexus is 3x the cost of the AS can.
 
I've used it on some cheap cars in the past to get some of the light scratches taken care of. It worked OK for the very small stuff and scuffs.

It doesn't last long though so if you're looking for a real protective wax coating then you better head another direction.
 
Griots Garage waxes and car cleaner. get it on Amazon.. It smells like bubble gum so that makes it better also..
 
Chemical guys white light polish and hybrid V07 spray shine. Makes her shine bright like a diamond!! [emoji16]


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Zymol water based cleaner and wax for me. Also smells like bubblegum and I like that it is water based. Unfortunately I went to my local Canadian Tire to re-up and it isn't stocked anymore.
 
original bike spirits. its the original honda brite. its made by amrep . its the same thing as pigsnot or something for harleys. follow that with sc1 better known as clear coat in a can. spray on wait 30 seconds to a minute buff. better than factory
 
Ducati paint is very soft.... which means less-than-precise washing/drying methods will end up putting micro-scratches into the surface... (aka swirl marks, spider webs). These microscopic scratches, over time, will reduce the reflectivity (ultimate factor in gloss) of the surface because they cause reflected light to disperse among the texture.

If you are serious about having a shiny Ducati, the first thing to do is to invest in high quality washing gear and research two-bucket method washing. Also get some high-quality microfiber towels for drying.

Next, you will want to remove as many of these microscopic scratches from the painted surface as possible, creating a new level surface for the light to reflect directly off of. With modern random orbital polishing systems, it is pretty easy for the DYI guy to do it. It will make the biggest difference in the overall appearance, gloss, shine (or whatever word you want to apply) in the paint.

Once the paint is level, it will reflect maximum light directly.

Then you can add a wax, sealant, or coating for (perhaps) a little extra shine and protection.

Here is a video I shot showing the newest tool our company produces on my Panigale Tricolore.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IzC0UPxccFI

Hope this helps...

Todd
-former official detailer for Bugatti USA
-4 x Pebble Beach winner, 6 x Amelia Island winner
-Former technical advisor for proper auto care
-Former product developer for BLACKFIRE brand chemicals
-Former director of development for Autopia.org / Autopia-CarCare.com
-Norther American technical sales manager for RUPES UA.
 

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