Cleaning/Conservation; Cleaning Motorcycle; Conservation For Winter Operation - KTM 1190 RC8 R EU/UK 2009 Repair Manual

CLEANING/CONSERVATION

Cleaning motorcycle

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Note
Material damage Damage and destruction of components by high-pressure cleaning equipment.
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Never clean the vehicle with high-pressure cleaning equipment or a strong water-jet. The excessive pressure can penetrate electri-
cal components, socket connects, throttle cables, and bearings, etc., and can damage or destroy these parts.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
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To maintain the value and appearance of the motorcycle over a long period, clean it regularly.
Avoid direct sunshine when cleaning the motorcycle.
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Before cleaning, seal the exhaust system to prevent water from entering.
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Remove loose dirt first with a soft jet of water.
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Spray very dirty parts with a normal commercial engine cleaner and then brush off with a soft brush.
Motorcycle cleaner ( p. 439)
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Use warm water mixed with a normal commercial engine cleaner and a soft sponge.
If the vehicle has been used on salted roads, clean it with cold water. Warm water intensifies the effects of salt.
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After cleaning the motorcycle thoroughly with a soft jet of water, dry it with compressed air and a cloth.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to wet or dirty brakes.
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Clean or dry dirty or wet brakes by riding and braking gently.
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After cleaning, ride a short distance until operating temperature is reached, and apply the brakes.
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The heat causes water to evaporate from inaccessible parts of the engine and brakes.
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After the engine has cooled down, lubricate or grease all moving parts and bearings.
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Clean the chain. ( p. 84)
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Treat bare metal (except for brake discs and the exhaust system) with an anticorrosive.
Cleaning and polishing materials for metal, rubber and plastic (
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Treat all painted parts with a mild lacquer care spray.
Paint cleaner and polish for high-gloss and matte finishes, bare metal and plastic surfaces (
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Oil the ignition/steering lock, tank lock, and seat lock.
Universal oil spray ( p. 439)

Conservation for winter operation

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Info
If you use the motorcycle in the winter, you have to expect salt on the roads. You therefore have to take precautions against the
aggressive road salt.
If the vehicle has been used on salted roads, clean it with cold water. Warm water intensifies the effects of salt.
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Clean the motorcycle. (
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Treat the engine, swingarm and all other bare or galvanized parts (except the brake discs) with a wax-based anticorrosive.
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Avoid getting anticorrosive on the brake discs: this would badly affect the braking.
After riding on salted roads, thoroughly wash the motorcycle with cold water and dry it well.
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