Cleaning, Care; Cleaning Motorcycle - KTM 990 SUPER DUKE R EU Owner's Manual

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CLEANING, CARE

18.1

Cleaning motorcycle

Note
Material damage Damage and destruction of components by high-pressure cleaning equipment.
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When cleaning the vehicle with a pressure cleaner, do not point the water jet directly onto electrical components, connectors, cables,
bearings, etc. Maintain a minimum distance of 60 cm between the nozzle of the pressure cleaner and the component. Excessive pres-
sure can cause malfunctions or destroy these parts.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in 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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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 paint-
brush.
Motorcycle cleaner (
401061-01
p. 191)
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