Spring has arrived symbolizing the time of year when the sun comes out, blossoms bloom, people emerge from their winter dormancy to tend to their garden and freshen up their homes with some spring cleaning.

This same spring cleaning applies to your dirt bike.

If the last time your dirt bike looked showroom clean was on the showroom floor then add your ride to the "to-do" list of spring projects. Spring starts today you know, so we can't think of a better time than now for a full scrub down to put a little shine back in your podium or trail bending workhorse.

Don't worry, this won't be an exhaustive list of cumbersome chores where you need to take apart every screw and bolt, spit shine every crook and nanny of the frame then replace anything and everything that comes as a liquid. But you will need to take remove some things and have some supplies at the ready.

The owner of a dirt bike spraying cleaner on his dirt bike's plastics

Give the Dirt Bike a Good Scrub

However you do it, spray and scrub your dirt bike down. We have our way which includes removing the seat, plastic and tires. This really represents the best way to get these areas clean plus you can more or less go to town with the pressure washer without concern for damaging vital parts on the engine.

You will need cleaner, towels and water. A pressure washer does most of the work for you, but when cleaning the engine, lighten up on the force and maybe grab some brushes for light scrubbing.

Let all parts dry before moving on. You can air dry - nice excuse for a beer break - or use compressed air or a leaf blower to just get on with it.

Faded Graphics

How do the graphics look? If you want the showroom shine but keep the dull and ripped graphics you've had on for the last three years you won't get the outcome we want. Therefore, order fresh graphics - and we can help. (click the link!) Otherwise stick with what you have and visit us later for replacements when the time comes. Thanks.

Faded Plastic

You don't need to buy new plastic (though we will not mind if you do) if your current set has seen better days. Replace cracked and chipped plastic but anything faded comes to life with a dousing of Maxima SC1. If you have never seen the effects of SC1 then behold we bring your good news of great joy for all dirt bike riders. (Don't tell anybody but I use it on my car.)

Dirt bike owner inspecting the subframe of his motocross bike

Seat Cover

The seat cover stands out more than just about any part on a dirt bike. Ripped, torn and tattered - you can polish everything else - but leave an old raggedy seat cover on your dirt bike it adheres to the lowest common denominator. You can do nothing for the cover except replace it. Replacing the seat cover also allows you to completely change the face of your dirt bike. So, if you need a new cover or just want to try a different direction check out our array of seat covers.

Grips

Grips usually last a season depending on how often you ride. Like the seat cover you can't do much in terms of revitalizing old grips so if you have a set of ripped or worn down grips replace them. You'll get a better handle on riding (pun intended) and give a fresh look to your bike. Yes, despite their size in proximity to everything else, a bad set of grips stands out like a sore thumb.

Power washing underneath a motocross bike's subframe

Lubricate All That Needs Lubrication

Lubricating the bearings certainly won't have much effect on the look of your bike so think of lubrication like vacuuming the carpet edges. You will probably get as much satisfaction out of it knowing it's done as you do by looking at the slick shine of the dirt bike. However, a well lubricated chain and sprocket does pop so grab the right lube and grease the following:

Wheels, spokes and hub? Yes, not only does this give them a showroom shine, a coat of SC1 helps repel dirt keeping your bike looking new longer.

Now go vacuum the house.