MOTORCYCLE CLEANING
WASHING THE MOTORCYCLE
When washing the motorcycle, follow the
instructions below:
1. Remove dirt and mud from the motorcy-
cle with cool running water. You may use
a soft sponge or brush. Do not use hard
materials which can scratch the paint.
2. Wash the entire motorcycle with a mild
detergent or car wash soap using a
sponge or soft cloth. The sponge or cloth
should be frequently soaked in the soap
solution.
NOTE: Clean the motorcycle immediately
after riding on road salt or riding along coast
with cool water. Be sure to use cool water
because warm water can hasten corrosion.
NOTE: Avoid spraying or allowing water to
flow over the following places:
•
Ignition switch
•
Spark plugs
•
Fuel tank cap
•
Throttle body
•
Fuel injection system
•
Brake master cylinders
•
Air cleaner inlet
•
Throttle cable boots
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