Cleaning - MOTO GUZZI BREVA V1100 Manual

CLEANING

Clean the vehicle frequently if it is used in
particular areas or conditions, such as:
Polluted areas (town and industrial
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areas).
High salinity and humidity (sea areas,
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hot and damp climates).
Seasonal/environmental
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(road salt and chemicals spread on the
roads in the wintertime).
Make sure to clean off any industrial
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residue and pollutants, tar, dead insects,
bird droppings, etc. from the body panels
and fairings.
Avoid parking the vehicle under trees.
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Resins, fruits or leaves falling from the
trees may contain chemical substances
that may damage the paintwork.
After the vehicle has been washed,
braking efficiency could be temporarily
impaired because the friction surfaces
of the braking systems may still be wet.
Ride carefully as braking distance will
conditions
b e l o n g e r . O p e r a t e t h e b r a k e s
repeatedly to restore normal operation.
Carry out the pre-ride checks, see page
47 (PRE-RIDE CHECKS CHART).
WARNING
To remove dirt and mud from painted
surfaces, use a low-pressure water jet on
dirty areas, remove mud and dirt with a soft
car body sponge soaked with abundant
water and shampoo (2 - 4% parts of
shampoo).
Then rinse with plenty of water and dry with
chamois leather.
Clean the outer parts of the engine using a
degreaser, small brushes and cloth.
CAUTION
Before washing the vehicle
use and maintenance Breva
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