CLEANING & STORAGE
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Protect the Surface
After washing your motorcycle, coat the painted surfaces, both metal and plastic, with a commercially
available motorcycle/automobile wax. Wax should be applied every three months or as conditions require.
Always use non-abrasive products and apply them according to the instructions.
Windshield and Other Plastic
After washing, use a soft cloth to gently dry o
ff
plastic parts. When the vehicle is dry, treat the windshield,
headlight lens, and other unpainted plastic parts with an approved plastic cleaner or polish.
CAUTION
Plastic parts may deteriorate and break if they come in contact with chemical substances or household
cleaning products such as gasoline, brake fl uid, window cleaners, thread fastener glue, or other harsh
chemicals. If a plastic part comes in contact with any harsh chemical substance, wash it o
ff
with water,
and then inspect for damage. Avoid using abrasive pads or brushes to clean plastic parts, as they will
damage the plastic surface.
Chrome and Aluminum
Chromium alloy and uncoated aluminum parts exposed to the air can oxidize, become dull and lackluster.
These parts should be cleaned with a detergent and polished with a spray polish. Painted and unpainted
aluminum wheels should be cleaned with special detergent.
Leather, Vinyl, and Rubber Products
If your motorcycle has leather accessories, use a special leather cleaner/treatment to clean. Washing
leather parts with detergent and water will damage them, shortening their life. Vinyl parts should be
