Cleaning The Motorcycle - MV Agusta F3 Owner's Manual

6.18. Cleaning the motorcycle

Periodic careful cleaning is a key fac-
tor in preserving the value of the
motorcycle, protecting its surface fin-
ish and checking for damages, wear
and leakage of corrosive fluids.
CAUTION
Before washing the vehicle,
cover the end of the exhaust
pipes and protect all electri-
cal parts.
WARNING
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Do not wash your motorcy-
cle soon after riding. Allow
the engine and the exhaust
pipes to thoroughly cool, in
order to avoid the risk of
serious burns.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: Never use washing systems involving
steam or high pressure water jets. These systems
could cause water infiltration and damage the inter-
nal parts of your motorcycle.
INFORMATION: Spilling detergent can cause environ-
mental pollution. Therefore, you should clean your
motorcycle in an area equipped for collection and
disposal of washing fluids.
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