Cleaning And Care - BMW K 1200 R Rider's Manual

Cleaning and care

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Regular cleaning, using the
correct methods, is an impor-
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tant factor in maintaining the
value of your motorcycle. It
also ensures that safety-rele-
vant parts remain in full
working order.
Care products
We recommend that you use
the cleaning and care prod-
ucts you can obtain from your
authorized BMW motorcycle
retailer. The materials in BMW
Care Products have been
tested in laboratories and in
practice; they provide opti-
mized care and protection for
the materials used in your
vehicle.
The use of unsuitable
cleaning and care
products can damage vehicle
components.
Do not use solvents such as
cellulose thinners, cold clean-
ers, fuel or the like, and do not
use cleaning products that
contain alcohol.c
Washing motorcycle
We recommend that you use
BMW insect remover to soften
and wash off insects and
stubborn dirt on painted parts
prior to washing the motorcy-
cle. To prevent stains, do not
wash the motorcycle immedi-
ately after it has been exposed
to strong sunlight and do not
wash it in the sun.
Make sure that the motorcycle
is washed frequently, espe-
cially during the winter
months.
To remove road salt, clean the
motorcycle with cold water
immediately after every trip.
Warm water reinforces
the effects of the salt.
Use only cold water to wash
off road salt.c
Wet brake discs reduce
braking efficiency.
After washing the motorcycle,
dry the brakes by braking.c
The high pressure of
steam cleaners can
damage seals, the hydraulic
brake system, the electrical
system, adhesive labels and
badges.
Do not use a steam jet or
high-pressure cleaning
equipment.c