19.2
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 pre-
cautions against aggressive road salt.
After riding on salted roads, thoroughly clean the vehicle with cold water and dry it well. Warm water
enhances the corrosive effects of salt.
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Treat all painted parts with a mild paint care product.
Perfect finish and high gloss polish for paints (
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Do not polish parts that were matte when delivered as
this would strongly impair the material quality.
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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 (
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Lubricate the ignition/steering lock.
Universal oil spray (
p. 264)
CLEANING, CARE 19
p. 263)
p. 264)
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