Caring For Your Motorcycle - Honda CB650F 2018 Owner's Manual

Caring for Your Motorcycle

Caring for Your Motorcycle
Frequent cleaning and polishing is important to
ensure the life of your Honda. A clean
motorcycle makes it easier to spot potential
problems.
In particular, seawater and salts used to prevent
ice on roads promote the formation of
corrosion. Always wash your motorcycle
thoroughly after riding on coastal or treated
roads.
Washing
Allow the engine, muffler, brakes, and other
high-temperature parts to cool before washing.
Rinse your motorcycle thoroughly using a
1.
low pressure garden hose to remove loose
dirt.
If necessary, use a sponge or a soft towel
2.
with mild cleaner to remove road grime.
Clean the headlight lens, panels, and
u
other plastic components with extra care
to avoid scratching them.
106
Avoid directing water into the air cleaner,
muffler, and electrical parts.
Thoroughly rinse your motorcycle with
3.
plenty of clean water and dry with a soft,
clean cloth.
After the motorcycle dries, lubricate any
4.
moving parts.
Make sure that no lubricant spills onto
u
the brakes or tires. Brake discs, pads,
drum or shoes contaminated with oil will
suffer greatly reduced braking
effectiveness and can lead to a crash.
Lubricate the drive chain immediately after
5.
washing and drying the motorcycle.
Apply a coat of wax to prevent corrosion.
6.
Avoid products that contain harsh detergents
u
or chemical solvents. These can damage the
metal, paint, and plastic on your motorcycle.
Keep the wax clear of the tires and brakes.
If your motorcycle has any matte painted
u
parts, do not apply a coat of wax to the
matte painted surface.