A refill can be a better present than another gadget, provided it is the refill the rider actually uses. Start with a photograph of the current cans and the filter-care shelf. The useful surprise is replacing something that is nearly empty, not changing a maintenance system without asking. This guide focuses on consumables; our broader holiday guides cover bags, lights and camp comforts.
U.S. manufacturer prices checked November 6, 2026, before tax and shipping. These are the exact variants described, not sale promises or delivery guarantees. Live product pages were used where search results showed older prices. Recheck the selected item and stock before paying; no hands-on test is claimed.
SC1: a finish product, with clear boundaries
Maxima lists SC1, SKU 78920, at $13.99 for the selected 13.2-ounce size. It is a finish coating for surfaces including plastic, vinyl, rubber and carbon fiber. The live page offered Add to cart at the check. Match the actual size: some older listings still describe a 12-ounce can. [1]
An SC1 option with a different can size: Maxima SC1 78920 · single 12 oz can (Amazon paid link). The inspected Amazon listing is a single 12 oz net-weight can, not the newer 13.2 oz size quoted above. Confirm the selected size and quantity; the article’s manufacturer price is a dated reference, not an Amazon price. We may earn a commission from qualifying purchases.
Keep SC1 off brake discs, pads and other braking surfaces, tire tread, grips, seats, footpeg contact areas and anywhere traction is required. Do not put it in a tire-mounting kit as mounting lubricant, or substitute it for chain lubricant. “Rubber” in a finish description is not permission to coat a tire’s contact patch. Let the rider identify permitted surfaces and control overspray.
The currently linked SC1 safety sheet classifies it as an extremely flammable aerosol. It calls for ventilation, avoiding vapor and skin exposure, and keeping it away from heat, sparks, flames and children. Keep the label with the gift and follow its storage and protective-equipment directions; a pleasant smell does not make indoor spraying appropriate. [2]
Chain lube: match the chain and the preference
The selected 5.5-ounce Maxima motorcycle Chain Wax, SKU 74908, is $10.99. Maxima lists compatibility with O-, X- and Z-ring chains; the live page offered Add to cart. This is the powersports product, not its separately listed bicycle Chain Wax. [3]
Ask which lubricant the recipient uses and whether the chain manufacturer permits it. A different finish, application routine or cleanup preference can turn a seemingly sensible refill into shelf clutter. Include a note to follow the chain and product directions. Do not add a powered-wheel application trick: the engine should be off and the motorcycle safely secured during maintenance.
Filter care: give a matched system, not an assumption
Maxima’s $24.99 Air Filter Maintenance Combo Kit, 70-799202, pairs Air Filter Cleaner with FAB-1 spray-on filter oil. Maxima describes it for foam or fabric filters; Add to cart was offered when checked. [4]
Confirm the actual filter material and its maker’s approved cleaner/oil system first. A dry paper filter, a pre-oiled replacement and a washable foam element do not automatically want the same treatment. Do not assume this kit is compatible with a different brand’s water-soluble oil system. If you cannot identify what is already on the filter, give a contribution toward the rider’s chosen supplies instead.
A useful handover
Leave chemicals sealed in their labeled containers. Keep the receipt, and let the recipient choose any gloves from the product’s chemical-resistance guidance rather than guessing a disposable-glove material. If the gift will travel, check the seller’s carrier restrictions for aerosols instead of promising an express delivery. A small note saying “I matched your usual product” is more useful than a basket of unfamiliar sprays.
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SC1 finish care: check the can size
This single-can option matches the SC1 product discussed above, but the inspected listing carries the older 12 oz net-weight size. Choose consumables for the rider’s actual maintenance routine.
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Maxima SC1 78920 · single 12 oz can
The inspected Amazon listing identifies one SC1 can with a 12 oz net weight. This is the older-size listing mentioned in the guide, rather than the current 13.2 oz manufacturer size.
Before you buy: Confirm the can size and quantity before ordering. Follow the label and use ventilation; keep the coating off brakes, tire tread, grips, seats and other traction surfaces. SC1 is finish care, not chain lubricant or tire-mounting lubricant.
View on Amazon (paid link) — Maxima SC1 78920 · single 12 oz can, 78920Manufacturer details · 78920Product size and quantity can differ between listings. Follow the can label and the article’s surface and handling guidance.
Sources & technical information
- Maxima USA: SC1, selected 13.2 oz / SKU 78920, live US listing.
- Maxima: currently linked SC1 safety data sheet, revision November 7, 2017.
- Maxima USA: motorcycle Chain Wax, selected 5.5 oz / SKU 74908.
- Maxima USA: Air Filter Maintenance Combo Kit 70-799202.
Sources checked Nov 6, 2026 (UTC). Prices exclude tax, shipping and optional extras. Confirm exact variants, availability and compatibility before buying. Manufacturer purchase controls are a dated observation, not a delivery guarantee.