Storage - Yamaha Midnight Star XVS950A Owner's Manual

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
3. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray
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 and chrome-plat-
ed surfaces. Avoid combination
cleaner waxes, many of which
contain abrasives that may mar
the paint or protective finish.
7. Let the motorcycle dry completely
before storing or covering it.
WARNING
7
Contaminants on the brakes or tires
can cause loss of control.
G Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires.
G
If necessary, clean the brake
discs and brake linings with a
regular brake disc cleaner or ac-
etone, and wash the tires with
warm water and a mild deter-
gent. Before riding at higher
speeds, test the motorcycle's
braking performance and cor-
on all metal, nering behavior.
NOTICE
G Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly and make sure to wipe off
any excess.
G
Never apply oil or wax to the
drive belt.
G Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber and plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitable care
product.
G
Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wear
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away the paint.
TIP
G Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad-
vice on what products to use.
G
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.

Storage

Short-term
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Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover. Be
sure the engine and the exhaust sys-
tem are cool before covering the motor-
cycle.
NOTICE
G
G
Long-term
Before storing your motorcycle for sev-
eral months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
7-3
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.
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