Honda RC51 2006 Owner's Manual page 165

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Appearance Care
Painted Aluminum Wheel
Maintenance
Refer to Saf ety Precautions
Aluminum may corrode from contact with
dirt, mud, or road salt. Clean the wheels
after riding through any of these
substances. Use a wet sponge and mild
detergent. Avoid stiff brushes, steel wool,
or cleaners containing abrasives or
chemical compounds.
After washing, rinse with plenty of water
and dry with a clean cloth.
If the paint is chipped, apply touch-up
paint.
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Servicing Your Honda
Exhaust Pipe And Muffler
Maintenance
on page 62 . The exhaust pipe and muffler is stainless
steel but may become stained by mud or
dust.
To remove mud or dust, use a wet sponge
and a liquid kitchen abrasive, then rinse
well with clean water. Dry with chamois
or a soft towel.
If necessary, remove heat stains by using a
commercially available fine texture
compound. Then rinse by the same
manner as removing mud or dust.