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19
CLEANING, CARE
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 precautions against aggres-
sive 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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Clean the motorcycle. (
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Clean the brakes.
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After EVERY trip on salted roads, thoroughly wash the cool and installed
brake calipers and brake linings with cold water and dry carefully.
After riding on salted roads, thoroughly wash the vehicle with cold water and
dry it well.
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Treat the engine, the swingarm, and all other bare or galvanized parts (except brake
401060-01
discs) with a wax-based corrosion inhibitor.
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Corrosion inhibitor is not permitted to come in contact with the brake discs
as this would greatly reduce the braking force.
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Clean the chain. (
p. 115)
p. 68)
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