Owner's manual

CLEANING 162
12.1Cleaning the motorcycle
Note
Material damage Damage and destruction of components by high-pressure cleaning equipment.
– Never clean the vehicle with high-pressure cleaning equipment or a strong water-jet. The excessive pressure can penetrate electrical
components, socket connects, throttle cables, and bearings, etc., and can damage or destroy these parts.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
– Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
Info
If you clean the motorcycle regularly, its value and appearance will be maintained over a long period.
Avoid direct sunshine on the motorcycle during cleaning.
– Seal the exhaust system to keep water out.
– First remove coarse dirt particles with a gentle spray of water.
– Spray very dirty areas with a normal motorcycle cleaner and then clean with a brush.
Motorcycle cleaner ( p. 186)
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Clean the vehicle using a soft sponge and warm water containing normal motorcycle cleaner.
If the vehicle was operated in road salt, clean it with cold water. Warm water enhances the corrosive effects of salt.
– After the motorcycle has been thoroughly cleaned with a gentle spray of water, it should be dried with compressed air and a cloth.