General Cleaning - Ducati MONSTER 696 Owner's Manual

General cleaning

To preserve the original shine on metal surfaces and
paintwork, wash and clean your motorcycle at regular
intervals depending on the type of use and according to
the particular road conditions. Use specific products,
where possible biodegradable. Avoid aggressive
detergents or solvents.
Important
Do not wash your motorcycle immediately after use,
as marks can form due to evaporation of the water on hot
surfaces.
Never clean the motorcycle using hot or high-pressure
water jets.
Cleaning the motorcycle with a high-pressure water jet may
lead to seizure or serious faults in the front fork, wheel hub
assembly, electrical system, front fork seals, air inlets or
exhaust silencers, with consequent loss of safety.
If parts of the engine are unusually dirty or greasy, use a
degreasing agent, avoiding contact with transmission
components (chain, front and rear sprockets, etc.).
Rinse with warm water and dry all surfaces with chamois
leather.
Warning
There may be loss of braking efficiency immediately
after washing the motorcycle. Never grease or lubricate the
brake discs. This will cause loss of braking efficiency.
Clean the discs with an oil-free solvent.
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