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Cleaning And Storage
Aluminium Items - not
Lacquered or Painted
Items such as brake and clutch levers,
wheels, engine covers, engine cooling
fins, upper and lower yokes and throttle
bodies
on
some
correctly cleaned to preserve their
appearance. Please contact your dealer
if you are unsure which components on
your motorcycle are aluminium parts
not protected by paint or lacquer, and
for guidance on how to clean those
items.
Use a proprietary brand of aluminium
cleaner which does not contain abrasive
or caustic elements.
Clean aluminium items regularly, in
particular
after
weather, where the components must
be hand washed and dried each time
the machine is used.
Warranty claims due to inadequate
maintenance will not be allowed.
218
models
must
use
in
inclement
Cleaning of Chrome and
Stainless Steel Items
All chrome and stainless steel parts of
your
motorcycle
regularly to avoid a deterioration of its
be
appearance.
Washing
Wash as previously described.
Drying
Dry the chrome and stainless steel
parts as far as possible with a soft cloth
or chamois leather.
Protecting
The use of products containing silicone
will cause discolouration of the chrome
and stainless steel parts and must not
be used. Similarly, the use of abrasive
cleaners will damage the finish and
must not be used.
When the chrome and stainless steel is
dry, apply a suitable proprietary chrome
cleaner on to the surface, following the
manufacturer's instructions.
It
is
recommended
protection be applied to the motorcycle
as this will both protect and enhance its
appearance.
must
be
cleaned
Caution
that
regular
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