our story

Meet the Founder

My passion for detailing started when I was a teenager and eventually led me to own and operate my own detail shop. Over the years, I gained hands-on experience with countless waxes, cleaners, finishes, and detailing products.

Motorcycles have also been a major part of my life for as long as I can remember. I’ve been riding since I was a child and spent more than 20 years working in the Harley-Davidson industry. Between my experience in the automotive appearance business and my years around motorcycles, I’ve seen detailing products change a lot—some for the better, and some not.

The idea for 1903 Spray-On Polish came one evening while I was cleaning my own motorcycle. I stepped back when I was finished and simply wasn’t happy with the results. I knew there had to be a better way.

That moment inspired me to develop my own product.

When I created 1903 Spray-On Polish, I took everything I had learned over the years—the things that worked, the things that didn’t, and the features riders really wanted—and set out to make something better.

I wanted to use only high-quality ingredients, including premium carnauba wax, combined with advanced polymer technology to create a deep, lasting shine and protection. Our products are silicone-free, petroleum-free, and alcohol-free, unlike many traditional detailing products. Instead, we use advanced polymers designed to enhance shine, protection, durability, and ease of use.

Today, I’m proud and excited to bring riders what I believe are some of the best motorcycle detailing products on the market. Our products are designed to be easy to use, deliver an incredible shine, and help protect the finish of the motorcycles we take so much pride in.

For me, the motorcycle community is just as important as the products. You can often find me hosting Bike Nights at the Outlaw Saloon in Rockland County, bringing riders together for good food, music, motorcycles, and friendship. On Sundays, I’m usually out riding with friends both new and old, enjoying the open road and the camaraderie that makes the motorcycle community so special.

You can also stop by and meet me at Bergen Harley-Davidson in the Sales Department, where I get to spend my days doing what I love—talking motorcycles, meeting riders, and helping people find the right bike for their next adventure.

Motorcycles aren’t just a business to me. They’re a passion, a lifestyle, and a community.

If motorcycles are your passion like they, are mine, you only want the best for your bike.

Try 1903 Spray-On Polish and see the difference for yourself.

— Anthony Diaferia

Founder, 1903 Spray-On Polish