BMW Motorrad R 1200 GS Rider's Manual page 156

Cleaning/care
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Removing road salt
• Wash the motorcycle down
immediately with cold water at
the end of the journey.
Do not use warm water – this
aggravates the effect of the salt.
• Thoroughly dry the
motorcycle
• Apply a wax-based corrosion-
proofing product to chrome-
plated parts
• Coat/polish fairing elements
after cleaning and drying with
a recommended wax
Cleaning windshield
Do not use cleaning agents.
Fuel or chemical solvents at-
tack the windshield material.
• Remove dirt and dead insects
with a soft sponge and plenty
of water
Soften stubborn dirt or insects
by soaking with a wet paper
towel.