Yamaha DT125R Owner's Manual page 80

8 8 Improper cleaning can damage
windshields, cowlings, panels
and other plastic parts. Use
only a soft, clean cloth or
sponge with mild detergent
and water to clean plastic.
8 8 Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges which have been in
contact with strong or abra-
sive cleaning products, sol-
vent or thinner, fuel (gasoline),
rust removers or inhibitors,
brake fluid, antifreeze or elec-
trolyte.
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
8 8 Do
not use high-pressure
washers or steam-jet cleaners
since they cause water seep-
age and deterioration in the
following areas: seals
wheel bearings,
bearings, forks and brakes),
electric components
plers, connectors,
ments, switches and lights),
breather hoses and vents.
8 8 For
motorcycles
with a windshield: Do not use
strong cleaners
sponges as they will cause
dulling or scratching. Some
cleaning compounds for plas-
tic may leave scratches on the
windshield. Test the product
on a small hidden part of the
windshield to make sure they
do not leave any marks. If the
windshield is scratched, use a
quality plastic polishing com-
pound after washing.
7-2
After riding in the rain, near the sea
or on salt-sprayed roads
Since sea salt or salt sprayed on the
roads in the winter are extremely cor-
(of rosive in combination with water,
swingarm carry out the following steps after
each ride in the rain, near the sea or
(cou- on salt-sprayed roads. (Salt sprayed
instru- in the winter may remain on the roads
well into spring.)
1. Clean your motorcycle with cold
equipped water and soap after the engine
has cooled down.
or hard
cC
Do not use warm water since it
increases the corrosive action of
the salt.
2. Be sure to apply a corrosion pro-
tection
chrome- and nickel-plated) metal
surfaces to prevent corrosion.
ECA00012
spray on all (even
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