BMW K 1200 R Rider's Manual page 125

Plastics
Clean plastic parts with water
and BMW plastic care emul-
sion. This includes in
particular:
– Windshields
– Headlight lens made of
plastic
– Covering glass of the
instrument cluster
– Black, unpainted parts
If plastic parts are
cleaned using unsuitable
cleaning agents, the surfaces
can be damaged.
Do not use cleaning agents
that contain alcohol, solvents
or abrasives to clean plastic
parts. Even fly-remover pads
or cleaning pads with hard
surfaces can produce
scratches.c
Soften stubborn dirt and
dead insects by covering
the affected areas with a wet
cloth.c
Windshield
Clean off dirt and insects with
a soft sponge and plenty of
water.
Fuel and chemical
solvents attack the
windshield.
Do not use detergent
products.c
Chrome
Especially in the case of road
salt, carefully clean chrome
with plenty of water and BMW
vehicle shampoo. Use chrome
polish for additional treatment.
Radiator
Clean the radiator regularly to
prevent overheating of the
engine due to inadequate
cooling. For example, use a
garden hose with low water
pressure.
Cooling fins can be bent
easily.
When cleaning the radiator,
ensure that the fins are not
bent.c
Paint care
Washing the motorcycle
regularly will help counteract
the long-term effects of
substances that damage the
paint, especially if your motor-
cycle is ridden in areas with
high air pollution or natural
sources of dirt, e.g. tree resin
or pollen.
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