After a long day hitting the trails, your bike is bound to be caked in mud and grime. But have no fear, with the right methods and cleaning products, you’ll have that baby sparkling in no time. In this article, I'm going to walk you through the exact process I use to thoroughly clean a filthy dirt bike.

Prep your bike

The two most important things to do before cleaning your dirt bike are:

• 1. installing an exhaust plug

• 2. covering the air filter area.

The exhaust plug stops water from getting inside the exhaust pipe - this is crucial for both two-stroke and four-stroke bikes. I prefer to use a universal exhaust plug that fits most dirt bikes. Just slide it in tightly. The location of the air filter differs across bike models. On this Honda we're using in the video, the air box cover sits underneath the seat. When I clean my own bike, I remove the seat completely and insert a cover over the air boot, using some rag or tissue to form a tight seal. This prevents water getting into the carburetor. If you watch the video we've already put the air box cover and seat back on in our prepwork.

Wash Underside

When it comes to washing the underside of your dirt bike, you can use the Proworks lay over stand to neatly position your bike for a good wash. Then I like to start by using the jet wash to carefully remove the initial layer of caked on mud. You want to stay about 3-4 feet back from areas like the fork seals and engine gaskets to avoid damaging them. Get the jet spray up into the nooks and crannies, especially under the fenders. With the bike laid over on its side, you can really scour areas that typically don’t get hit when the bike’s on its stand.

Now you can spray your bike with a cleaner. I'm replacing my yet wash with a special add on to spray the bike. I'll leave this for a second so it can do it's job. A good moment to take the skid plate off and give that also a good wash. There’s a lot of hidden mud there if you don’t!

Lift Onto Center Stand

After washing the underside of the bike, it’s time to lift it onto the center stand for access to the rest of the surfaces. I like to use a foldable stand which allows both wheels to spin freely off the ground. This makes it easy to thoroughly clean the wheels, forks, fenders and other components on both sides. But before doing so, I first reinstall the skid plate that was removed earlier to clean trapped mud around the engine. Securing the skid plate with its two 8mm bolts ensures it will be safely in place when the bike is upright. Then give the bike a good cleaner, use the soap and let it soak in for a second before washing it off.

Extra tip: Clean your boots

Properly caring for your dirt bike boots is just as important as cleaning the bike itself. We sell special boot stands for this process, or you can find some sticks to put them on. Then tart by giving the boots a good rinse with the jet wash nozzle. I like to wet them down first before applying any soap. This helps wash away any loose dirt particles and mud that may be caked on.

Once the boots have an initial rinse, I swap the jet wash nozzle for the soap attachment once again. Apply a healthy layer of cleaning product all over the boots, getting both the outside and inside ankles. Let the soap sit for a bit to penetrate and lift any remaining stuck-on grime.

Finally, one last blast with the jet wash rinses away the soap, taking all the dirt along with it. I aim to wash my boots upside down, which prevents too much water from getting inside. This keeps the interior lining from getting completely soaked through for quicker drying if I’m riding again the next day.

And there you have it - sparkling clean dirt bike boots to match your now pristine bike!

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My name is Charlie Frost, and I'm no stranger to the adrenaline-fueled world of extreme enduros. Starting my journey at 19, I seamlessly blended trials and enduro racing, honing my skills through youth events and extreme races like the Tough One and Erzberg. When I'm not tearing through rugged terrain, you can often find me in front of the 24MX camera, sharing my passion and insights with fellow riders, as we delve into the exhilarating world of off-road racing.