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by Crazyr1 » Sat Jun 08, 2019 3:53 pm
Hi everyone I’m new to this forum page and R1 again after coming of my blade so decided to return to a R1. I’ve got some type of water or petrol marks running down my frame and it’s starting to annoy me now haha see pic what can I buy from my local car shop or Halfords to remove them many thanks in advance also I’ve noticed I’ve got oil under my small sprocket I’m not sure what this could be see pic thanks
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by Danf1 » Sat Jun 08, 2019 4:01 pm
Welcome newbie. What are you cleaning it with and don’t say muc off nano tech!
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by Crazyr1 » Sat Jun 08, 2019 4:04 pm
Haha they was already on the frame when I brought the bike atm I’m only using shampoo and drying it with a cloth cheers
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by jompy » Sat Jun 08, 2019 6:27 pm
Welcome in buddy
The frame has an anodised coating and it looks like the previous owner has left brake fluid or something like muc off on there for too long
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by Crazyr1 » Sat Jun 08, 2019 7:03 pm
What’s the best way to get that removed or wood frame protectors be best option cheers
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by polar » Sat Jun 08, 2019 7:17 pm
Crazyr1 wrote: ↑ Sat Jun 08, 2019 7:03 pm
What’s the best way to get that removed or wood frame protectors be best option cheers
Im not sure you are going to get rid of that without polishing the frame or fitting some carbon frame protectors to disguise it.
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by Crazyr1 » Sat Jun 08, 2019 11:59 pm
I was thinking
about the frame covers but I can’t seem to find the full length covers like the newer models
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by Danf1 » Sun Jun 09, 2019 12:20 am
What year is it?
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by Crazyr1 » Sun Jun 09, 2019 8:08 am
53 plate mate