APRILIA RSV 1000 TUONO R Manual page 108

To remove dirt and mud from the painted
surfaces use a low-pressure water jet,
carefully wet the dirty parts, remove mud
a n d f i l t h w i t h a s o f t c a r s p o n g e
impregnated with a lot of water and
shampoo (2 – 4% parts of shampoo in
water).
Then rinse with plenty of water and dry with
chamois leather.
To clean the outer parts of the engine use
a degreaser, brushes and wipers.
Any parts in anodised aluminium or any
painted parts such as forks, rims, frame,
footpegs, etc. shall be washed only with
water and mild soap. Too much aggressive
detergents can damage the surface
treatment of these components.
108 use and maintenance RSV 1000 TUONO R
After washing the vehicle, always:
u Remove the cap (1).
u Empty its content into a container and
deliver it to a salvage centre.
CAUTION
To clean the lights, use a sponge
soaked with water and a mild detergent,
rubbing the surfaces delicately and
rinsing frequently with plenty of water.
Polish with silicone wax only after
having carefully washed the vehicle.
Do not use polishing paste on matt
paints.
Do not wash the vehicle under the sun,
especially during the summer, when the
body is still warm, since if the shampoo
dries before being rinsed away, it can
damage the paint.
Do not use fluids at a temperature
exceeding 40°C to clean the plastic
components of the vehicle.
CAUTION
Do not aim high-pressure water or air jets
or steam jets on to the following
components: wheel hubs, controls on the
right and left side of the handlebar,
bearings, brake master cylinders,
instruments and indicators, exhaust
pipes, glove/tool kit compartment, ignition
switch/steering lock, radiator wings, fuel
cap, lights and electric connections.
Do not use alcohol, fuel or solvents to
clean the rubber and plastic parts and the
seat: use only water and mild soap.
WARNING
Do not apply protection waxes onto the
seat, in order not to make it too slippery.