Yamaha PW50(Z) Owner's Manual page 62

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
plenty of water, as it is harmful
to plastic parts.
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Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be
1 sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges which have been in
contact with strong or abrasive
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cleaning products, solvent or
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re-
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movers or inhibitors, brake flu-
id, antifreeze or electrolyte.
G Do not use high-pressure wash-
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ers or steam-jet cleaners since
they cause water seepage and
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deterioration in the following ar-
eas: seals (of wheel and swing-
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arm bearings, fork and brakes),
electric components (couplers,
connectors,
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switches and lights), breather
hoses and vents.
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For motorcycles equipped with
a windshield: Do not use strong
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cleaners or hard sponges as
they will cause
scratching. Some cleaning com-
pounds for plastic may leave
scratches on the windshield.
Test the product on a small hid-
den part of the windshield to
make sure that it does not leave
any marks. If the windshield is
scratched, use a quality plastic
polishing
washing.
After normal use
Remove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush
for hard-to-reach areas. Stubborn dirt
and insects will come off more easily if
the area is covered with a wet cloth for
a few minutes before cleaning.
instruments,
After riding in the rain or near the sea
Since sea salt is extremely corrosive,
carry out the following steps after each
ride in the rain or near the sea.
1. Clean the motorcycle with cold wa-
ter and a mild detergent, after the
dulling or
engine
NOTICE: Do not use warm water
since it increases the corrosive
action of the salt.
compound after
has cooled down.
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2. Apply a corrosion protection spray
on all metal, including chrome- and
nickel-plated, surfaces to prevent
corrosion.
After cleaning
1. Dry the motorcycle with a chamois
or an absorbing cloth.
2. Use a chrome polish to shine
chrome, aluminum and stain-
less-steel parts, including the ex-
haust system. (Even the thermally
induced discoloring
less-steel exhaust systems can be
removed through polishing.)
3. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on
including chrome- and nickel-plat-
ed, surfaces.
4. Use spray oil as a universal clean-
er to remove any remaining dirt.
5. Touch up minor paint damage
caused by stones, etc.
6. Wax all painted surfaces.
7. Let the motorcycle dry completely
before storing or covering it.
of stain-
all metal,