HYOSUNG Motorcycle User Manual page 68

CLEANING PROCEDURE
A thorough cleaning of your motorcycle is
a necessary part of maintenance and will
help keep your motorcycle looking and per-
forming its best. Proper cleaning can also
extend the life of your motorcycle.
It is important to clean and inspect your
motorcycle after every ride if it is used in
mud, brush, grass, water, salt water, or very
dusty conditions.
The build-up of mud, brush, grass, etc,
especially on the engine and exhaust sys-
tem, can reduce engine cooling, conceal
damage, or increase wear of certain parts. It
is important to remove all debris during
cleaning.
CAUTION
High pressure washers can damage
your motorcycle. (especially the radiator
pin)
High pressure washers such as those
found at coin-operated car washes have
enough pressure to damage the parts of
your motorcycle. It may cause rust, cor-
rosion and increase wear.
Do not use high pressure washers to
clean your motorcycle.
◉ ◉ WASHING YOUR motorcycle
With some care, your motorcycle can be
washed in a similar manner to washing an
automobile.
N O T E
Avoid spraying or allowing water to flow
over the following places :
● ● Spark plug
● ● Fuel tank cap
● ● Carburetor
Use a garden hose at low pressure to
remove the majority of dirt or other debris.
Wash your motorcycle by hand with a mild
soap or detergent and water. Try to thor-
oughly remove all dirt and debris without
excessive water pressure. Cloth rags,
washing mitts or cleaning brushes can be
used, be careful with brushes as they may
scratch plastic or painted surfaces. Rinse
the motorcycle thoroughly with clean water.
Dry all areas using a chamois or soft
absorbent cloth.
◉ ◉ INSPECTION AFTER CLEANING
Remove the rags or wrapping from the
exhaust pipe. For extended life of your
motorcycle, lubricate according to
" GENERAL LUBRICATION " section.
WARNING
Operating motorcycle with wet brakes
can be hazardous.
Wet brakes may not provide as much
stopping power as dry brakes. This
could lead to an accident.
Test your brakes washing motorcycle,
riding at slow speed. If necessary, apply
brakes several times to let friction dry
out the pads.
Follow the procedures in the " INSPEC-
TION BEFORE RIDING " section to check
your motorcycle for any problems that may
have arisen during your last ride.
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