Cleaning Sensitive Motorcycle; Cle Parts; Paint; Parts - BMW C 400 X Rider's Manual

Exercise caution when using
high-pressure or steam-jet
devices.
Cleaning sensitive
motorcycle parts
Plastics
ATTENTION
Use of unsuitable cleaning
agents
Damage to plastic surfaces
Do not use abrasive cleaners or
cleaners containing alcohol or
solvents.
Do not use insect sponges or
sponges with a hard surface.
Fairings and panels
Clean fairings and panels with
water and BMW plastic cleaner.
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Plastic windshields and
lenses
Clean off dirt and insects with a
soft sponge and plenty of water.
NOTICE
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.
ATTENTION
Bending of radiator fins
Damage to radiator fins
When cleaning, ensure that the
cooler fins are not bent.
Rubber
Treat rubber components with
water or BMW rubber protection
coating agent.
ATTENTION
Use of silicone sprays for
care of rubber seals
Damage to rubber seals
Do not use silicone sprays
or care products that contain
silicone.

Paint

Washing the motorcycle regularly
will help counteract the long-term
effects of substances that dam-
age the paint, especially if your
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