Cleaning And Storage - Yamaha XS850G Owner's Manual

CLEANING AND
STORAGE
A. CLEANING
Frequent thorough cleaning of your motor-
cycle will not only enhance its appearance
but will improve general performance and
extend the useful life of many components.
1.
Before cleaning the motorcycle:
a . Block off end of exhaust pipe to prevent
water entry: a plastic bag and strong
rubber band may be use.
b . Make sure spark plug and gas cap are
properly installed.
2. If engine case is excessively greasy.
apply degreaser with a paint brush. D
not apply degreaser to wheel axles.
3. Rinse dirt and degreaser off with a
garden hose, using only enough hose
pressure to do the job. Excessive hose
pressure may cause water seepage and
contamination of wheel bearings, front
forks, brake calipers, and transmission
seals. Many expensive repair bills have
resulted from improper use of high pres-
sure detergent applications such as
those available in coin-operated car
washes.
Once the majority of the dirt has been
hosed off, wash all surfaces with warm
water and mild, detergent type soap. An
old tooth brush or bottle brush is handy
to reach hard-to-get-to places.
Rinse motorcycle off immediately with
clean water and dry all surfaces with a
chamois, clean towel, or soft absorbent
cloth.
Chrome-plated parts such as handle-
O
bars, fenders, forks. etc., may be further
cleaned
cleaner.
Clean the seat with a vinyl upholstery
cleaner to keep the cover pliable and
glossy.
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