Washing Procedure - Royal Enfield BULLET TRIALS 500 Owner's Manual

WASHING PROCEDURE

PRECAUTIONS
Wash motorcycle when the engine is cold.
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Cover the silencer, tail pipe, carburetor, horn and control
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switches with suitable plastic bags and tie it firmly to prevent
water entry.
 Remove ignition key and seal key hole using adhesive tape.
 Brush engine area with a solvent to remove dirt or grease.
 Use low pressure jet of water to clean.
 Never spray water with great force on head lamp,
speedometer, flasher lights, front and rear wheel hubs,
electrical connections and wires, control cables, carburetor,
spark plug, battery etc.
Do not apply any corrosive solvent on painted surfaces or
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rubber parts.
Use luke warm water and mild detergent on the painted
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components to remove dirt, etc.
 Rinse motorcycle thoroughly with plain water to remove
the detergent.
 If possible, use compressed air and blow off water particles
from the obscure areas of the motorcycle, electrical
connections etc.
Once the motorcycle has been ridden in salty conditions or
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near coastal areas it is recommended to wash your
motorcycle with cold water. Please do not use warm water
for washing as it may damage the motorcycle due to
chemical reaction with the salt. After washing process once
the motorcycle is completely dry it is recommended to
apply anti corrosion spray on all the metal and chrome
plated areas to protect the parts from corrosion.
 It is recommended not to apply the anti-corrosion spray on
the brake discs.
AFTER WASHING
 Ensure, the motorcycle is thoroughly dry by wiping with a
clean soft absorbent cloth or chamois leather.
Remove all plastic bags and adhesive tapes.
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 Lubricate control cables, pivot and rear chain with lube oil.
Start engine and allow to run at idling speed for a few
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minutes to warm up engine.
 Drive the motorcycle slowly, applying both brakes
intermittently to dry up the water in the brake shoes.
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