Normally I use a bucket and hose like most here, but have also done the pressure wash thing. I just use the low pressure setting and don't spray directly on any bearings or electrical connections, but otherwise use the high pressure carefully on the rims, tank (except around the fill nozzle), seat, fenders, and stuff. When I get near something electronic or the keyswitch,etc..., I just back off of the pressure and try to hit that stuff as indirectly as possible. So far, hasn't failed me yet. Plus, then I can hit it with the "Spot Free Rinse", and just dry the seat and ride off...