Cleaning - Triumph Daytona 675 Owner's Handbook Manual

Maintenance and Adjustment

Cleaning

Frequent, regular cleaning is an
essential part of the maintenance of
your motorcycle.
cleaned, the appearance will be
preserved for many years. Cleaning
with warm water containing
automotive cleaner is essential a t all
times but particularly
exposure to sea breezes, sea water,
dusty or muddy roads and in winter
when roads are treated for ice and
snow.
Although, under the terms of your
motorcycle warranty,
provided against the corrosion of
certain items, the owner is expected
to observe this reasonable advice
which will safeguard
corrosion and
appearance o f the motorcycle. Do
not use household detergent, as the
use of such products will lead t o
premature corrosion.
Preparation for Washing
Before washing, precautions must be
taken to keep water off the following
places.
Rear opening of the mufflers: Cover
with a plastic bag secured with
rubber bands.
Clutch and brake levers,
housings on the handlebar: Cover
with plastic bags.
Ignition switch: Cover the keyhole
with tape.
Where to be Careful
Avoid spraying water with any great
force near the following places:
I f regularly
an
so after
Any water sprayed around the air
cover is
intake duct could enter the airbox
and engine, causing damage t o
against
enhance the
.
Use
washers
When
water may be forced into bearings
and other components causing
premature wear from corrosion
and loss of lubrication.
.
NOTE
switch
Instruments.
Brake cylinders and
calipers.
Under the fuel tank.
Headstock bearings.
Air intake duct
headlights.
of high-pressure
is not recommended.
using pressure
alkaline will leave a residue
on painted surfaces, and
may also cause
spotting. Always use a low
alkaline soap to aid the
cleaning process.
brake
above the
spray
washers,
water