i use regular turtle wax or kit wax but i did go over mine with a clay bar too. i wasnt totaly sure about using a swril remover since i didnt know like you said about going thru the paint. i like a plain carnuba wax cause i plan to keep my bike waxed often, but i have seen people use synthetic waxes as well that look good. you could find a local detail shop and get them to let you try different types of wax to see what you prefer.