I am still very new to the world of biking. The BA I purchased this spring is my first bike (I'll turn 41 in a couple of weeks). I have completed the CMSP (the CA version of the MSF safety course) and I am thoroughly enjoying riding. But now I have a problem ~~ my bike is dirty. How do you wash a motorcycle? Is it safe to take the bike to a car wash and gently wash it with the low pressure washer? Do you wash the bike at home with a hose and bucket of soapy water? Any help would be greatly appreciated.