Cleaning, Care; Cleaning The Motorcycle - KTM F8101S5 Owner's Manual

18 CLEANING, CARE

18.1
Note
Material damage Components become damaged or destroyed if a pressure cleaner is used incorrectly.
The high pressure forces water into the electrical components, connectors, throttle cables, and bearings, etc.
Pressure which is too high causes malfunctions and destroys components.
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Do not direct the water jet directly on to electrical components, connectors, throttle cables or bearings.
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Maintain a minimum distance between the nozzle of the pressure cleaner and the component.
Minimum clearance
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Cleaning the motorcycle

Note
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance with
the 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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60 cm (23.6 in)
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Close off the exhaust system to keep water from entering.
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First remove coarse dirt particles with a gentle spray of water.
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Spray very dirty areas with a normal motorcycle cleaner and
then clean with a paintbrush.
Motorcycle cleaner ( p. 140)
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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.
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After rinsing the motorcycle with a gentle spray of water, allow
it to dry thoroughly.
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Remove the closure of the exhaust system.
Warning
Danger of accidents Moisture and dirt impair the
brake system.
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Brake carefully several times to dry out and remove
dirt from the brake linings and the brake discs.
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After cleaning, ride a short distance until the engine reaches
operating temperature.
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The heat produced causes water at inaccessible loca-
tions in the engine and on the brake system to evapo-
rate.
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Push back the protection caps of the handlebar controls to
allow any water that has penetrated to evaporate.