Cleaning The Vehicle - MOTO GUZZI V7 III Manual

Cleaning the vehicle (04_37, 04_38, 04_39)

Moto Guzzi recommends using quality products for cleaning the vehicle. The use of
unsuitable products can damage vehicle components. For cleaning do not use sol-
vents such as "nitro thinner", "cold cleaning agents", or similar fuels, or cleaning
products that contain alcohol.
WASHING THE MOTORCYCLE
Moto Guzzi recommends softening with water and then carefully removing the insects
and stubborn stains before washing the vehicle.
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To prevent stains, do not wash the motorcycle immediately after exposure to sunlight,
and do not wash it in the sun.
If the vehicle is used during the winter months, be sure to frequently wash the motor-
cycle. To remove anti-icing salt sprayed on roads in the winter, wash the motorcycle
with cold water immediately after use.
USE OF HOT WATER INTENSIFIES THE EFFECT OF THE SALT. USE ONLY
PLENTY OF COLD WATER TO WASH AND REMOVE ANTI-ICING SALT
USE OF HIGH PRESSURE WASHING SYSTEMS (OR STEAM CLEANERS) CAN
DAMAGE THE SEALS, OIL SEALS, BRAKING SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
AND THE SADDLE. DO NOT USE STEAM OR HIGH PRESSURE CLEANING SYS-
TEMS. DO NOT USE STEAM OR HIGH PRESSURE CLEANING SYSTEMS.
CLEANING OF SENSITIVE PARTS
BODYWORK
To keep the motorcycle bright, wash it regularly, especially if used in areas with high
levels of pollution or mud. Stubborn stains of tree resin, petrol, oil, brake liquid or bird
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