--- title: "Best Motorcycle Waxes: Add Some Shine and Protection to Your Ride" description: "Looking for motorcycle wax? Our experts narrowed down the best motorcycle waxes on the market. Read this review and save yourself money." date: "2019-06-03" modified: "2023-05-26" authors: - name: "Jonathon Klein" job_title: "Contributor" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/jonathon-klein" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/reviews/28362/best-motorcycle-waxes" categories: - "Cleaning & Detailing" - "Motorcycles" - "The Garage" tags: - "Buying Guides" - "commerce" - "Roundup" --- # Best Motorcycle Waxes: Add Some Shine and Protection to Your Ride ![]() Motorcycle riding season is upon us, but that also means your pride and joy is about to be attacked by the elements. Dirt, dust, grime, new pavement, and all manner of weather brutalizes your motorcycle each and every time you head out on a ride. But it doesn’t have to lead to destruction if you have the right motorcycle wax. Like car wax, motorcycle wax ensures that you have a layer of protection between your motorcycle’s paint and bodywork and those nasty elements that want to ruin your paint and metal. But with so many on the market, where do you start in choosing the right one for your bike? You start here with *The Drive*. ## Summary List - Best Overall: [Turtle Wax 1-Step Wax & Dry-26 oz. Double Pack]() - Best Value: [Armor All Ultra Shine Car Wash and Wax]() - Best Ceramic Coat: [Turtle Wax Hybrid Solutions Ceramic Spray]() - Best Wax Kit: [Chemical Guys Banana Spray Wax with 3-Pack Microfiber Towels]() ## Our Methodology I’ve been riding motorcycles nearly my entire adult life, starting way back with a 1987 Kawasaki Ninja 600 when I was 17. However, I wasn’t always as meticulous with the appearance of my motorcycles as I am today. I’ve learned a lot about maintenance and why keeping my bike’s exterior clean is incredibly important. Since those early days of riding hard and putting away wet, I’ve developed a far more instructive methodology of cleaning which includes a quick wax to keep everything looking pretty. And I used that knowledge to recommend the products below. ## Best Motorcycle Wax Reviews & Recommendations ## Our Verdict Turtle Wax is one of the most well-known, well-respected brands in the game, which is why it shows up twice on this list. But the company’s [1-Step Wax & Dry]() double pack takes our top spot because of how much wax you get and how easy it is to use. A close runner-up was the [Chemical Guys’ wax kit](), but the Turtle Wax just edged it out due to price. ## Types of Motorcycle Waxes ### Carnauba All-natural wax tends to be made with carnauba, a hard substance derived from plant leaves found in northeastern Brazil. For some purists, this is the only type of wax worth checking out if you want the ultimate look and durability. While others may disagree with the magical properties of carnauba, this is a good type of wax to check out if you want a high degree of durability and protection. ### Synthetic Synthetic waxes, also known as paint sealants, use man-made substances like resins and polymers. Much like home paint sealants, these waxes are designed to create a uniform barrier over the paintwork that's easier to apply than many natural waxes. Most budget-friendly options use a synthetic formula or some kind of blend with carnauba to save money on ingredients. ### Ceramic Coating [Per our own story](), “True ceramic coating is a long-term nanoscopic exterior [automotive paint]() treatment and protectant that is applied in a liquid form and cures to form a hard layer on top of the paint. Essentially, it's the candy shell that protects the paint's delicious chocolate center.” ## Motorcycle Wax Pricing You won’t have to spend more than $25. And at that price, you’ll get more of a kit than just the wax. ## FAQs You’ve got questions. *The Drive* has answers. ## Author Jonathon is the former Managing Editor for Commerce at The Drive and has been writing about cars and motorcycles for over a decade, but he's been known to scribble pretty things about adoption, tattoos, life, gear, adventures, food, technology, nature, and more. ### Author social links [Instagram]()