APRILIA RSV 1000 R FACTORY Manual page 110

To clean off dirt and mud from painted
surfaces, soften caked dirt with a low-
pressure water jet. Sponge off using a car
b o d y s p o n g e s o a k e d i n a c a r b o d y
shampoo and water solution (2-4% parts of
shampoo). Rinse with plenty of water and
dry with chamois leather.
Clean the outer parts of the engine with a
degreaser, brushes and a cloth.
Parts in anodised or painted aluminium
such as forks, wheel rims, frame, footpegs
and so on, should be washed with mild
soap and water. Do not use aggressive
detergents or the surface treatment of
these parts might damage.
After washing the vehicle
Remove the cap (1).
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Drain the contents into a container and
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deliver it to a waste collection centre.
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CAUTION
Clean the lights using a sponge soaked
in neutral soap and water. Rub the
sponge gently on the lights and rinse
frequently with abundant water.
Wash the vehicle thoroughly before
applying silicone wax.
Do not polish matt-painted surfaces
with polishing paste.
Do not wash the vehicle under the sun,
especially in the summertime, when the
body is still warm. The shampoo drying
before it is rinsed away can damage the
paintwork.
Do not use liquids at a temperature
higher than 40° C to clean the plastic
components of the vehicle.
CAUTION
Do not aim high-pressure water/air jets
or steam jets at the following parts:
wheel hubs, controls on the right and
left side of the handlebar, bearings,
brake master cylinders, instruments
and indicators, silencer, glove/tool kit
compartment, ignition switch/steering
lock, cooler or radiator fins, fuel filler
cap, lights and electric connections.
Do not clean any rubber and plastic
parts and the saddle with alcohol, petrol
or solvents: use water and mild soap
only.
WARNING
Do not apply protective wax on the
saddle or it may become slippery.