Cleaning - APRILIA RSV 1000 R Factory Use And Maintenance Book

TRANSPORT
During transport, the vehicle must be well
secured in an upright position with the first
gear selected, to avoid fuel, oil and coolant
leaks.
CAUTION
If stranded, do not have the vehicle
towed. Contact a road-side service.
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CLEANING

Clean the vehicle frequently when it is
exposed to adverse conditions, such
as:
√ Pollution (urban and industrial areas)
√ Salinity and humidity in the atmosphere
(sea areas, hot and damp weather)
√ Particular environmental/seasonal
conditions (salt and anti-ice chemical
products spread over the roads in the
wintertime).
√ Make sure to clean off any industrial
residue and pollutants, tar, dead insects,
bird droppings, etc. from the vehicle
fairings.
√ Avoid parking the vehicle under trees.
Resins, fruits or leaves falling from the
trees may contain aggressive chemical
s u bs t an c e s t h a t m a y d a m ag e t h e
paintwork.
WARNING
Braking efficiency may be temporarily
impaired after washing the vehicle, as
the friction surfaces of the braking
systems may be wet.
Remember that braking distance will be
longer.
Opera te th e br akes re peated ly to
restore normal operation.
Perform the recommended pre-ride
c h e c k s , s e e p a g e 5 2 ( P R E - R I D E
CHECKS CHART).