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Warning:
After cleaning and before
starting a journey, always test
the brakes.
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Note:
When cleaning, use only the
cleaning agents recommended
by your specialist workshop or
your authorised BMW motorcy-
cle dealer.
• Prop the motorcycle on its
side stand
• Apply a mild cleaning agent to
the wheels, engine block and
swinging arm, in accordance
with the manufacturer's
instructions
• Thoroughly dry all wet sur-
faces
• Do not use solvents or clean-
ing products on the instru-
ment cluster, switches or
windscreen
• Remove tar splashes only
with an approved product –
rinse thoroughly with water
afterwards.
• Clean flies and other insects
off the fork stanchions
• Treat painted and chrome-
plated surfaces regularly with
the approved care products
Cleaning/care
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