Washing Precautions - Honda Africa Twin 2018 Owner's Manual

Caring for Your Motorcycle
Thoroughly rinse your motorcycle with
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plenty of clean water and dry with a soft,
clean cloth.
After the motorcycle dries, lubricate any
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moving parts.
Make sure that no lubricant spills onto
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the brakes or tires. Brake discs, pads,
drum or shoes contaminated with oil will
suffer greatly reduced braking
effectiveness and can lead to a crash.
Lubricate the drive chain immediately after
5.
washing and drying the motorcycle.
Apply a coat of wax to prevent corrosion.
6.
Avoid products that contain harsh
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detergents or chemical solvents. These
can damage the metal, paint, and plastic
on your motorcycle.
Keep the wax clear of the tires and
brakes.
If your motorcycle has any matte painted
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parts, do not apply a coat of wax to the
matte painted surface.
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Washing Precautions

Follow these guidelines when washing:
Do not use high-pressure washers:
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High-pressure water cleaners can
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damage moving parts and electrical
parts, rendering them inoperable.
Water in the air intake can be drawn into
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the throttle body and/or enter the air
cleaner.
Do not direct water at the muffler:
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Water in the muffler can prevent starting
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and causes rust in the muffler.
Dry the brakes:
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Water adversely affects braking
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effectiveness. After washing, apply the
brakes intermittently at low speed to
help dry them.
Do not direct water under the seat:
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Water in the under seat compartment
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can damage your documents and other
belongings.