BMW R 1200RT, Rider'S Manual

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contain alcohol, solvents or abra-
sives to clean plastic parts.
'Insect sponges' or sponges with
hard surfaces can also lead to
scratches.
Fairings and Panels
Clean fairings and panels with
water and BMW plastic cleaner.
Windshields and lenses are
manufactured of plastic
Clean off dirt and insects with a
soft sponge and plenty of water.
Soften stubborn dirt and
dead insects by covering
the affected areas with a wet
cloth.
Clean with water and
sponge only.
Do not use chemical clean-
ing agents.
Chrome
Carefully clean chrome parts with
plenty of water and BMW car
shampoo, especially if the mo-
torcycle has been exposed to
gritting 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.
When cleaning the radiator, en-
sure that the fins are not bent.
Rubber parts
Treat rubber parts with water or
BMW rubber protection coating
agent.
Using silicone sprays for
the care of rubber seals can
cause damage.
Do not use silicone sprays or
care products that contain
silicone.
Paint care
Washing the vehicle on a regu-
lar basis will help prevent long-
term damage from harmful sub-
stances, and is especially impor-
tant when your vehicle is used
in areas with high levels of air
pollution or where natural con-
taminants such as tree resin and
pollen are present.
However, remove particularly ag-
gressive substances (spilled fuel,
oil grease, brake fluid as well as
bird droppings) immediately; oth-
erwise changes in the paint or
discolorations may occur. BMW
Motorrad recommends BMW car
polish or BMW paint cleaner for
the purpose.
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