Storage - Yamaha 2008 XVS11AWX Owner's Manual

5. Touch up minor paint damage
caused by stones, etc.
6. Wax all painted surfaces.
7. Let the motorcycle dry completely
before storing or covering it.
WARNING
G Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires.
G
If necessary, clean the brake
discs and brake linings with a
regular brake disc cleaner or ac-
etone, and wash the tires with
warm water and a mild deter-
gent. Before riding at higher
speeds, test the motorcycle's
braking performance and cor-
nering behavior.
CAUTION:
G Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly and make sure to wipe off
any excess.
G
Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber and plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitable care
product.
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
G
Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wear
away the paint.
NOTE:
Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on
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what products to use.
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Storage

Short-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover.
CAUTION:
G
G
Long-term
Before storing your motorcycle for sev-
eral months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
2. For motorcycles equipped with a
7-3
Storing the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilated room or cover-
ing it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water and humid-
ity to seep in and cause rust.
To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.
"Care" section of this chapter.
fuel cock that has an "OFF" posi-
tion: Turn the fuel cock lever to
"OFF".
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