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Safe to use on the RS's chrome muffler? I seem to recall some comment somewhere about the muffler being "clear-coated" and not to use Simichrome on it. If so, how to properly maintain that muffler?

I've actually considered swapping the chrome behemoth for the black Akra slip-on, but at $1100+ that doesn't seem the most cost-effective solution to chrome muffler maintenance!

It is special BMW chrome plating so you should rub it vigorously with an abrasive paper - try 80 grit to start with

Zitat von Ali-bear im Beitrag #2

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It is special BMW chrome plating so you should rub it vigorously with an abrasive paper - try 80 grit to start with

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Seems like every BMW rally we went to back in the 80s and 90s they handed out Simichrome.
https://www.simichrome-polish.com/

Zitat von Ali-bear im Beitrag #2

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It is special BMW chrome plating so you should rub it vigorously with an abrasive paper - try 80 grit to start with

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Zitat von BEARR im Beitrag #5

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"Simichrome polish has a unique, finely mixed formula produces a rich, brilliant shine on any uncoated, non-ferrous, metal surface." Italics, bolding and underline mine. Point being...if the RS muffler is clear-coated, maybe Simichrome isn't the product to use.

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I've only ever used Simichrome (or Nevr Dull) on the discolored head pipes of my earlier bikes, to "restore" the original finish. I can't imagine the chrome muffler would need anything stronger than a polish/wax.

Zitat von duccrazydave im Beitrag #7

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I've only ever used Simichrome (or Nevr Dull) on the discolored head pipes of my earlier bikes, to "restore" the original finish. I can't imagine the chrome muffler would need anything stronger than a polish/wax.

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Old school smooth GoJo on a soft rag will gently dissolve tar and grease bits.