Cleaning And Storage Hints - Yamaha JT1 Series Service Manual

APPENDIX V
CLEANING AND STORAGE
A. Cleaning
Frequent thorough cleaning of your motorcycle will
not only enchance it's appearance but will improve
general performance and extend the useful life of
many components.
1. Before cleaning the machine:
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a. Block off end of exhaust pipe to prevent
water entry; a plastic bag and strong rubber
band may be used.
b. Remove air cleaner or protect it from water
with plastic covering.
c. Make sure spark plug(s), gas cap, oil tank
cap, transmission oil filler cap and battery
caps are properly installed.
If
engine case is
excessively
degreaser with a paint brush.
greasy, apply
Do not apply
degreaser to chain, sprockets, or wheel axles.
Rinse dirt and degreaser off with garden hose,
using only enough hose pressure to do the job.
Excessive hose pressure may cause water seepage
and contamination of wheel bearings, front forks,
brake drums, and transmission seals. Many expen-
sive repair bills have resulted from improper
high-pressure detergent applications such as those
available in coin-operated car washes.
B. Storage
Long term storage (30 days or more) of your motorcycle
will require some preventive procedures to insure
against deterioration. After cleaning machine thorough-
ly, prepare for storage as follows:
1. Drain fuel tank, fuel lines, and carburetor float
bowl(s).
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Remove empty fuel tank, pour a cup of 1 OW to
30W oil in tank, shake tank to coat inner surfaces
thoroughly and drain off excess oil. Re-install
tank.
3. Remove spark plug(s), pour about one tablespoon
of 10W to 30W oil in spark plug hole(s) and
re-install spark plugs. Kick engine over several
times (with ignition off) to coat cylinder walls
with oil.
4. Remove drive chain. Clean thoroughly with
solvent and lubricate with graphite-base chain
lubricant. Re-install chain or store in a plastic
bag (tie to frame for safe-keeping).
5. Lubricate all control cables.
6. Remove battery and charge. Store in a dry place
and re-charge once a month. Do not store battery
in an excessively warm or cold place (less than
32"F or more than 90"F).
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4. Once the majority of the di rt has been hosed off,
wash all surfaces with warm water and mild,
detergent-type soap. An old tooth brush or
bottle brush is handy to reach those hard-to-get-
to places.
5. Rinse machine off immediately with clean water
and dry all surfaces with a chamois, clean towel,
or soft absorbent cloth.
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Immediately after washing, remove excess
moisture from chain and lubricate to prevent rust.
Chrome-plated parts such as ha~dlebars, rims,
spokes, forks, etc., may be further cleaned with
automotive chrome cleaner.
Clean the seat with a vinyl upholstery cleaner to
keep the cover pliable and glossy.
Automotive-type wax may be applied to all
painted and chrome-plated surfaces. Avoid com-
bination cleaner-waxes. Many contain abrasives
which may mar paint or protective finish on fuel
and oil tanks.
10. After finishing, start the engine immediately and
allow to idle for several minutes.
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Block up frame to raise both wheels off ground.
(Main stands can be used on machines so
equipped.)
Deflate tires to 15psi.
Tie a plastic bag over exhaust pipe outlet{s) to
prevent moisture entering.
If storing in humid or salt-air atmosphere, coat
all exposed metal surfaces with a light film of
oil. Do not apply oil to rubber parts or seat cover.