Yamaha Cygnus-X XC125 Owner's Manual page 68

SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
with water, diluted mild deter-
gent with water may be used.
Be sure to rinse off any deter-
gent residue using plenty of
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water, as it is harmful to plastic
parts.
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Do not use any harsh chemical
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products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths or
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sponges which have been in
contact with strong or abrasive
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cleaning products, solvent or
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust
removers or inhibitors, brake
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fl uid, antifreeze or electrolyte.
● D o n o t u s e h i g h - p r e s s u r e
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washers or steam-jet cleaners
since they cause water seep-
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age and deterioration in the
following areas: seals (of wheel
and swingarm bearings, fork
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and brakes), electric compo-
nents (couplers, connectors,
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instruments, switches and
lights), breather hoses and
vents.
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For vehicles equipped with a
windshield: Do not use strong
c l e a n e r s o r h a r d s p o n g e s
as they will cause dulling or
scratching. Some cleaning
compounds for plastic may
leave scratches on the wind-
shield. Test the product on a
small hidden part of the wind-
shield to make sure that it does
not leave any marks. If the
windshield is scratched, use a
quality plastic polishing com-
pound after washing.
After normal use
Remove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush
for hard-to-reach areas. Stubborn dirt
and insects will come off more easily
if the area is covered with a wet cloth
for a few minutes before cleaning.
After riding in the rain, near the sea or
on salt-sprayed roads
Since sea salt or salt sprayed on the
roads during winter are extremely cor-
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rosive in combination with water, carry
out the following steps after each ride
in the rain, near the sea or on salt-
sprayed roads.
TIP
Salt sprayed on roads in the winter
may remain well into spring.
1. Clean the scooter with cold water
and a mild detergent after the en-
gine has cooled down. NOTICE:
Do not use warm water since it
increases the corrosive action
of the salt.
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2. Apply a corrosion protection
spray on all metal, including
chrome- and nickel-plated, sur-
faces to prevent corrosion.
After cleaning
1. Dry the scooter with a chamois or
an absorbing cloth.
2. Use a chrome polish to shine
chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally in-
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