Anodized titanium asks for very little. Keep two things away from it, clean it in three steps, and the color stays as bright as the day it left the studio.
The color is a thin layer of oxide on the surface of the titanium. Rub it away and the color goes with it.
No scrubbing pads, steel wool, or metal polish — and never wipe a cloth across dirt or grit. Dragged over the surface, grit works like sandpaper.
Acids attack the oxide layer that makes the color.
Keep wheel cleaners, rust removers, descalers, and vinegar off it. If a product doesn't say what it is, check the label before it touches the finish.
Rinse away the large chunks of dirt and mud with water before anything touches the surface. Let the water carry the grit off — don't wipe it.
Use an alkaline degreaser to lift grease, oil, and fingerprints. Simple Green is the best. Wipe it on gently with a soft cloth.
Finish with a rinse of distilled water. With no minerals to leave spots behind, it returns the anodized finish to its bright colors.