Checks And Maintenance Steps For Winter Operation - KTM 250 EXC TPI Owner's Manual

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Checks and maintenance steps for winter operation

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If you use the motorcycle in winter, salt can be expected on the roads. You should therefore take precau-
tions against aggressive road salt.
If the vehicle has been used on salted roads, use cold water for cleaning after riding. Warm water
enhances the corrosive effects of salt.
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Treat bare metal (except for brake discs and the exhaust sys-
tem) with a corrosion inhibitor.
Preserving materials for paints, metal and rubber
( p. 168)
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Treat all plastic parts and powder-coated parts with a mild
cleaning and care product.
Special cleaner for glossy and matte paint finishes, metal
and plastic surfaces (
(All EXC models)
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Oil the steering lock.
Universal oil spray (
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Clean motorcycle. (
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Clean the brakes.
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After EVERY trip on salted roads, thoroughly clean the
brake calipers and brake linings, after they have cooled
down and without removing them, with cold water and
dry them carefully.
After riding on salted roads, thoroughly clean the vehi-
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cle with cold water and dry it well.
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Treat engine, link fork, and all other bare or zinc-plated parts
(except the brake discs) with a wax-based corrosion inhibitor.
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Corrosion inhibitor must not come in contact with the
brake discs as this would greatly reduce the braking
force.
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Clean the chain. (
CLEANING, CARE 19
p. 169)
p. 169)
p. 150)
p. 88)
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