20 CLEANING, CARE 173
20.1 Cleaning motorcycle
Note
Material damage Damage and destruction of components by high-pressure cleaning equipment.
– When cleaning the vehicle with a pressure cleaner, do not point the water jet directly onto electrical components, connectors, cables,
bearings, etc. Maintain a minimum distance of 60 cm between the nozzle of the pressure cleaner and the component. Excessive pres-
sure can cause malfunctions 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.
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– Close off the exhaust system to keep water from entering.
– 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. 199)
Info
Use warm water containing normal motorcycle cleaner and a soft sponge.
Never apply motorcycle cleaner to a dry vehicle; always rinse the vehicle with
water first.
If the vehicle was operated in road salt, clean it with cold water. Warm water
would enhance the corrosive effects of salt.
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