Originally Posted by
Spld cyclist
I would try acetone. In that past, I have found it works best for removing adhesive residues of various kinds. I don't think it will harm the paint. I have used acetone on bike paint before with no issues. I agree with the previous poster regarding rubber being damaged by certain solvents. (I'm not sure that alcohol or acetone would be a problem, but why take the chance?)
Acetone, used sparingly, won't hurt powder coat or a catalyzed urethane but will be death on lacquer and most enamel paints.
I used acetone to remove some of the decals from my bikes but, then, they are bare Ti frames so paint is no issue.
