Cleaning - APRILIA SR 50 - 2003 Manual

CLEANING

Clean the vehicle frequently if it used in
particular areas or conditions, such as:
◆ Polluted areas (cities and industrial areas).
◆ Areas characterized by an high percentage
of salinity and humidity (sea areas, hot
and humid climates).
◆ Particular conditions (use of salt and anti-
ice chemical products on the roads during
the winter).
◆ Avoid leaving deposits of industrial and
polluting powders, tar spots, dead insects,
bird droppings, etc. on the body.
◆ Avoid parking the vehicle under trees,
since in some seasons residues, resins,
fruits or leaves fall down, which contain
substances that may damage the paint.
WARNING
After the vehicle has been washed, its
braking functions could be temporarily
impaired because of the presence of water
on the grip surfaces. Calculate long braking
distances to avoid accidents. Brake
repeatedly to restore normal conditions.
Carry out the preliminary checking
operations, see p. 36 (PRELIMINARY
CHECKING OPERATIONS).
To remove dirt and mud from the painted
surfaces use a low-pressure water jet,
carefully wet the dirty parts, remove mud
and filth with a soft car sponge 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.
CAUTION
To clean the lights, use a sponge soaked
with water and a neutral 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 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 liquids at a temperature
exceeding 40°C to clean the plastic
components of the vehicle.
Do not direct 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 pumps, 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 or solvents to clean the
rubber and plastic parts and the saddle:
use water and mild soap.
WARNING
Do not apply protection waxes onto the
saddle, in order not to make it too slippery.
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