Washing The Motorcycle - BMW R 1100 S Additional Installation, Operation And Maintenance Instructions

Cleaning/care
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Washing the motorcycle

• Make sure the ground is level
and firm and lift the motor-cycle
onto its side stand
• Clean the wheels, engine,
gearbox and swinging arm with
a mild detergent, following its
manufacturer's instructions
• Thoroughly dry all wet
surfaces
• Clean fairing elements only
with cleaning and care pro-
ducts from the BMW Cleaning
and Care Set
• Do not use solvents or clean-
ing products on the instru-
ment cluster, switches or
windscreen
• Remove tar splashes only
with an approved product –
rinse thoroughly with water
afterwards.
• Clean flies and other insects
off the fork stanchions
• Treat painted and chromed
parts regularly with suitable
care products
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Warning:
After cleaning or before start-
ing a journey, always test the
brakes.