This works for me:
http://sprinterdellacasa.blogspot.co...lustrated.html

I use car wash for the frame since it's designed specifically not to strip wax off of a bike. Personally I find it virtually impossible to wax a frame once it's built into a bike, so I use a car wash that has "wax" in it. (Just so it's clear, car wash with wax is NOT a substitute for waxing your car, but it makes me feel better... I regularly clay and wax my car if that makes any difference to the car-folks out there).

I forgot in my post on cleaning that I regularly pick up one of my detailing sprays to wipe down the frame. It's a standard spray polish for cars (currently I'm using either a Mothers or a Meguires brand polish), sort of a "temporary wax in a bottle" kind of thing.

I've heard but have not confirmed that Simple Green, left on a chain (or at least certain metals) will weaken it.

I also am not a fan of removing the chain. I leave a chain on the bike until it's worn out, less chance for error. The Park/similar chain cleaning tool (box of bristles you run your chain through) works wonders for cleaning a chain but requires lots of cleaner since you have to refill every time you clean.

The best tip for keeping the bike clean - clean it regularly. It's much easier to clean off an almost clean bike than it is a filthy one, especially in the drivetrain area.

cdr