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MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
Cleaning your motorcycle
General precautions
Frequent and proper care of your motorcycle will enhance its
appearance, optimize overall performance, and extend its
useful life, Covering your motorcycle with a high quality,
breathable motorcycle cover will help protect its finish from
harmful UV rays, pollutants, and reduce the amounts of dust
reaching its surfaces.
Be sure the engine and exhaust are cool before washing.
Avoid applying degreaser to seals, brake pads, and tyres.
Always use non-abrasive wax and cleaner/polisher.
Avoid all harsh chemicals solvents, detergents, and
household cleaning products such as ammonia based
window cleaners.
Petrol, brake fluid, and coolant will damage the finish of
painted and plastic surfaces: wash them off immediately.
Avoid wire brushes, steel wool and all other abrasive pads
or brushes.
Use care when washing- the plastic parts as they can easily
be scratched.
Avoid using pressure washers; water can penetrate seats
and electrical components and damage your motorcycle.
Avoid spraying water in delicate areas such as in air
intakes, carburetors, brake components, electrical
components, silencer openings, and fuel tank openings.
Washing your motorcycle
Rinse your bike with cold water from a garden hose to
remove any loose dirt.
Mix a mild neutral detergent (designed for motorcycles) and
water in bucket. Use a soft cloth or sponge to wash your
motorcycle. If needed use a mild degreaser to remove any oil
or grease build up.
After washing, rinse your motorcycle thoroughly with clean
water to remove any residue (residue from the detergent can
damage parts of your motorcycle).
Use a soft cloth to dry your motorcycle. As you dry, inspect
your motorcycle for chips and scratches. Do not let the water
air dry as this can damage the painted surfaces.
Start the engine and let it idle for several minutes. The heat
from the engine will help dry moist areas.
Carefully ride your motorcycle at a slow speed and apply the
brakes several times. This helps dry the brakes and restores
them to normal operating performance.
Lubricate the drive chain to prevent rusting.
Note
After riding in an area where the roads are gritted or near the
ocean, immediately wash your motorcycle with cold water. Do not
use warm water as it accelerates the chemical reaction of the grit.
After drying, apply a corrosion protection spray on all metal and
chrome surfaces to prevent corrosion.