General Cleaning - Ducati SPORT 1000 S 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 high-pressure
water cleaners 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 subsequent
loss of the required levels 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.
Warning
When cleaning the seat, avoid rubbing it too hard
and the use of alcohol or other types of solvent; only use
water to clean the rear of the seat with the logo. The use
of cleaning agents other than water could cause
discoloration or removal of the paint.
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