Honda CRF230F 2019 Manual page 125

Appearance Care
• We recommend the use of a low pressure
garden hose to wash your motorcycle.
High pressure washers (like those
at coin-operated car washes) can damage
certain parts of your motorcycle. If you
use a high pressure washer, avoid spraying
the following areas:
• wheel hubs
• muffler outlet
• area under seat
• engine stop button
• brake master cylinder
• under fuel tank
• drive chain
• carburetor
NOTICE
High pressure water (or air) can damage
certain parts of your motorcycle.
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Servicing Your Honda
Washing Your Motorcycle with a Mild
Detergent
1. Rinse your motorcycle thoroughly with cool
water to remove loose dirt.
2. Fill a bucket with cool water. Mix in a mild,
neutral detergent, such as dish washing liquid
or a product made especially for washing
motorcycles or automobiles.
3. Wash your motorcycle with a sponge or a
soft towel. As you wash, check for heavy
grime. If necessary, use a mild cleaner/
degreaser to remove the grime.
4. After washing, rinse your motorcycle
thoroughly with plenty of clean water to
remove any residue. Detergent residue can
corrode alloy parts.