Motorcycle care and storage
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lenses, meter lenses, etc.) and the
muers. Use only a soft, clean
cloth or sponge with water to cle-
an plastic. However, if the plastic
parts cannot be thoroughly clea-
ned with water, diluted mild de-
tergent with water may be used.
Be sure to rinse o any detergent
residue using plenty of water, as it
is harmful to plastic parts.
• Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be sure
to avoid using cloths or sponges
which have been in contact with
strong or abrasive cleaning pro-
ducts, solvent or thinner, fuel
(gasoline), rust removers or inhi-
bitors, brake uid, antifreeze or
electrolyte.
• Do not use high-pressure washers
or steam-jet cleaners since they
cause water seepage and deterio-
ration in the following areas: seals
(of wheel and swingarm bearings,
fork and brakes), electric compo-
nents (couplers, connectors, in-
struments, switches and lights),
breather hoses and vents.
• For motorcycles equipped with a
windshield: Do not use strong cle-
aners or hard sponges as they will
cause dulling or scratching. Some
cleaning compounds for plastic
may leave scratches on the wind-
shield. Test the product on a small
Before cleaning
1. Cover the muer outlet with a plastic
bag after the engine has cooled down.
2. Make sure that all caps and covers as
well as all electrical couplers and connec-
tors, including the spark plug caps, are ti-
ghtly installed.
3. Remove extremely stubborn dirt, like
oil burnt onto the crankcase, with a de-
greasing agent and a brush, but never
apply such products onto seals, gaskets,
sprockets, the drive chain and wheel ax-
les. Always rinse the dirt and degreaser o
with water.
Cleaning
NOTICE
• Avoid using strong acidic wheel
cleaners, especially on spoked
wheels. If such products are used
on hard-to-remove dirt, do not
leave the cleaner on the aected
area any longer than instructed.
Also, thoroughly rinse the area
o with water, immediately dry
it, and then apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray.
• Improper cleaning can damage
plastic parts (such as cowlings,
panels, windshields, headlight
Matte color caution
NOTICE
Some models are equipped with matte
colored nished parts. Be sure to con-
sult a Benelli dealer for advice on what
products to use before cleaning the
vehicle.
Using a brush, harsh chemical products
or cleaning compounds when cleaning
these parts will scratch or damage their
surface. Wax also should not be applied
to any matte colored nished parts.
Care
While the open design of a motorcycle re-
veals the attractiveness of the technology,
it also makes it more vulnerable.
Rust and corrosion can develop even if hi-
gh-quality components are used.
A rusty exhaust pipe may go unnoticed on
a car, however, it detracts from the overall
appearance of a motorcycle.
Frequent and proper care does not only
comply with the terms of the warranty,
but it will also keep your motorcycle lo-
oking good, extend its life and optimize
its performance.
NOTE
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