Storage - Yamaha PW80(Z) Owner's Manual

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7. Wax all painted surfaces.
8. Let the motorcycle dry completely
before storing or covering it.
WARNING
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Contaminants on the brakes or tires
can cause loss of control.
2
G Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the tires.
3
G
If necessary, wash the tires with
warm water and a mild deter-
gent. Before riding at higher
4
speeds, test the motorcycle's
braking performance and cor-
5
nering behavior.
6
NOTICE
G Apply spray oil and wax spar-
7
ingly and make sure to wipe off
any excess.
G
Never apply oil or wax to any
8
rubber and plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitable care
9
product.
G Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wear
away the paint.
TIP
G Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad-
vice on what products to use.
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Washing, rainy weather or humid
climates can cause the headlight
lens to fog. Turning the headlight
on for a short period of time will
help remove the moisture from the
lens.
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Storage

Short-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover.
NOTICE
G
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Long-term
Before storing your motorcycle for sev-
eral months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
2. For motorcycles equipped with a
8-3
Storing the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilated room or cover-
ing it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water and humid-
ity to seep in and cause rust.
To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.
"Care" section of this chapter.
fuel cock that has an "OFF" posi-
tion: Turn the fuel cock lever to
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