Cleaning Sensitive Motorcy; Cle Parts; Paint Care - BMW F 800 GS Adventure Rider's Manual

Cleaning sensitive
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motorcycle parts
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Plastics
If plastic parts are cleaned
using unsuitable cleaning
agents, the surfaces can be dam-
aged.
Do not use cleaning agents that
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contain alcohol, solvents or abra-
sives to clean plastic parts.
'Insect sponges' or sponges with
hard surfaces can also lead to
scratches.
Fairings and Panels
Clean body panels with water
and BMW plastic cleaner.
Windshields and headlight
lenses are manufactured in
plastic
Clean off dirt and insects with a
soft sponge and plenty of water.
Soften stubborn dirt and
dead insects by covering
the affected areas with a wet
cloth.
Chrome
Especially in the case of road
salt, carefully clean chrome parts
with plenty of water and BMW
auto shampoo. Use chrome pol-
ish for additional treatment.
Radiator
Clean the radiator regularly to
prevent overheating of the en-
gine due to inadequate cooling.
For example, use a garden hose
with low water pressure.
Cooling fins can be bent
easily.
When cleaning the radiator, en-
sure that the fins are not bent.
Rubber
Treat rubber components with
water or BMW rubber protection
coating agent.
Using silicone sprays for
the care of rubber seals can
cause damage.
Do not use silicone sprays or
care products that contain
silicone.

Paint care

Washing the vehicle regularly will
help counteract the long-term ef-
fects of substances that damage
the paint, especially if your ve-
hicle is ridden in areas with high
air pollution or natural sources of
dirt, e.g. tree resin or pollen.
However, remove particularly ag-
gressive materials immediately;
otherwise changes in the paint or
discoloration can occur. These
include spilled fuel, oil, grease
and brake fluid as well as bird