Cleaning; Preparation For Washing - Triumph Speed Triple S Owner's Handbook Manual

Cleaning and Storage

Cleaning

Frequent, regular cleaning is an essen-
tial part of the maintenance of your
motorcycle. If regularly cleaned, the ap-
pearance will be preserved for many
years.
Cleaning with cold water containing an
automotive cleaner is essential at all
times but particularly so after exposure
to sea breezes, sea water, dusty or
muddy roads and in winter when roads
are treated for ice and snow.
Do not use household detergent, as the
use of such products will lead to prema-
ture corrosion.
Although, under the terms of your mo-
torcycle warranty, cover is provided
against the corrosion of certain items,
the owner is expected to observe this
reasonable advice which will safeguard
against corrosion and enhance the ap-
pearance of the motorcycle.
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Preparation for Washing

Before washing, precautions must be
taken to keep water off the following
places.
Rear opening of the exhausts: Cover
with a plastic bag secured with rubber
bands.
Clutch and brake levers, switch housings
on the handlebar: Cover with plastic
bags.
Ignition switch and steering lock: Cover
the keyhole with tape.
Remove any items of jewellery such as
rings, watches, zips or belt buckles,
which may scratch or otherwise damage
painted or polished surfaces.
Use separate
cleaning cloths for washing painted/pol-
ished surfaces
Chassis areas (such as wheels and un-
der mudguards) will be exposed to more
abrasive road grime and dust, which
may then scratch painted or polished
surfaces, if the same sponge or cleaning
cloths are used.
cleaning sponges
and chassis
or
areas.