Storing Your Motorcycle - Honda Motorcycle User Manual

Storing Your Motorcycle

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Wash gently using a soft sponge and plenty
of water.
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To remove stubborn stains, use diluted
detergent and rinse thoroughly with plenty of
water.
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Avoid getting petrol, brake fluid, or
detergents on the instruments, panels, or
headlight.
Exhaust Pipe and Muffler
When the exhaust pipe and muffler are painted,
do not use a commercially available abrasive
kitchen cleaning compound. Use a neutral
detergent to clean the painted surface on the
exhaust pipe and muffler. If you are not sure if
your exhaust pipe and muffler are painted,
contact your dealer.
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Storing Your Motorcycle
If you store your motorcycle outdoors, you
should consider using a full-body motorcycle
cover.
If you won't be riding for an extended period,
follow these guidelines:
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Wash your motorcycle and wax all painted
surfaces (except matte painted surfaces).
Coat chrome pieces with rust-inhibiting oil.
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Lubricate the drive chain.
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Place your motorcycle on a maintenance
stand and position a block so that both tyres
are off the ground.
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After rain, remove the body cover and allow
the motorcycle to dry.
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Remove the battery (
discharge.
Charge the battery in a shaded, well-
ventilated area.
u If you leave the battery in place,
disconnect the negative
prevent discharge.
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