Yamaha XVS1100 Owner's Manual page 80

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
1. Clean your motorcycle with cold
water and soap after the engine
has cooled down.
CAUTION:
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Do not use warm water since it in-
creases the corrosive action of the
salt.
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2. Be sure to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all (even chrome-
and nickel-plated) metal surfaces
to prevent corrosion.
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After cleaning
1. Dry the motorcycle with a chamois
or an absorbing cloth.
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chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally in-
duced discoloring of stainless-
steel exhaust systems can be re-
moved through polishing.)
3. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all (even chrome-
and nickel-plated) metal surfaces.
4. Use spray oil as a universal clean-
er to remove any remaining dirt.
5. Touch up minor paint damage
caused by stones, etc.
6. Wax all painted surfaces.
7. Let the motorcycle dry completely
before storing it or covering it.
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Make sure that there is no oil or wax
on the brakes and tires. If neces-
sary, clean the brake discs and lin-
ings with a regular brake disc
cleaner or acetone, and wash the
tires with warm water and mild soap.
Then, carefully test the motorcycle
for its braking performance and cor-
nering behavior.
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CAUTION:
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NOTE:
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Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on
what products to use.
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WARNING
Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly and wipe off any excess.
Never apply oil or wax on rub-
ber and plastic parts, but treat
them with a suitable care prod-
uct.
Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they wear away
the paint.
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