Checks And Maintenance Measures For Winter Operation - KTM 990 SUPER DUKE R EU Owner's Manual

18 CLEANING, CARE
18.2

Checks and maintenance measures for winter operation

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If you use the motorcycle in winter, you must expect salt on the roads. You should therefore take precautions against aggressive
road salt.
If the vehicle was operated in road salt, clean it with cold water after use. Warm water would enhance the corrosive effects of salt.
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Treat all plastic parts and powder-coated parts with a mild cleaning and care product.
Paint cleaner and polish for high-gloss and matte finishes, bare metal and plastic
surfaces (
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Lubricate the ignition/steering lock.
Universal oil spray (
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Clean the motorcycle. (
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Clean the brake system.
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After EVERY trip on salted roads, thoroughly clean the brake calipers and brake
linings after they have cooled down while they are installed; use cold water and
dry them well.
After riding on salted roads, thoroughly wash the motorcycle with cold water and
dry it well.
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Treat the engine, the swingarm, and all other bare or galvanized parts (except brake
discs) with a wax-based anti-corrosion substance.
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To prevent serious reduction of the braking efficiency, make sure no
anti-corrosion substance gets on to the brake discs.
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