BMW R 1200 RT - 2006, Rider'S Manual

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Do not use cleaning agents that
contain alcohol, solvents or ab-
rasives to clean plastic parts.
Even insect-remover pads or
cleaning pads with hard surfaces
can produce scratches.
Body panels
Clean the trim panels with water
and BMW plastic care emulsion.
Windscreens and lenses
made of plastic
Clean off dirt and insects with a
soft sponge and plenty of water.
Soften stubborn dirt and
insects by covering the af-
fected areas with a wet cloth.
Clean with water and
sponge only.
Do not use any chemical
cleaning agents.
Chrome
Use plenty of water and BMW
shampoo to clean chrome, par-
ticularly if it has been exposed to
road salt. Use chrome polish for
additional treatment.
Radiator
Clean the radiator regularly to
prevent overheating of the en-
gine due to inadequate cooling.
For example, use a garden hose
with low water pressure.
Cooling fins can be bent
easily.
Take care not to bend the fins
when cleaning the radiator.
Rubber components
Treat rubber components with
water or BMW rubber-care
products.
Using silicone sprays for
the care of rubber seals can
cause damage.
Do not use silicone sprays or
care products that contain
silicon.
Paint care
Washing the vehicle regularly
will help counteract the long-
term effects of substances that
damage the paint, especially if
your vehicle is ridden in areas
with high air pollution or natural
sources of dirt, for example tree
resin or pollen.
However, particularly aggress-
ive substances (e.g. spilt fuel,
oil, grease, brake fluid and bird
droppings) must be removed
immediately, as the paint could
otherwise be affected or become
discoloured. BMW Motorrad re-
commends using BMW vehicle
polish or BMW paint cleaner for
this purpose.
Marks on the paintwork are par-
ticularly easy to see after the
motorcycle has been washed.
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