Honda 2003 ST1300lA, Owner'S Manual

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You & the Environment
Owning and riding a motorcycle can be enjoyable, but you must do your part to
protect nature.
Following are tips on how you can be an environmentally-responsible
motorcycle owner.
Choose Sensible Cleaners. Use a biodegradable detergent when you wash
your motorcycle. Avoid aerosol spray cleaners that contain
chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) which damage the atmosphere's protective ozone
layer. Don't throw cleaning solvents away; see the following guidelines for
proper disposal.
Recycle Wastes. It's illegal and thoughtless to put used engine oil in the trash,
down a drain, or on the ground. Used oil, gasoline, coolant, and cleaning
solvents contain poisons that can hurt refuse workers and contaminate our
drinking water, lakes, rivers, and oceans. Before changing your oil, make sure
you have the proper containers. Put oil and other toxic wastes in separate
sealed containers and take them to a recycling center. Call your local or state
office of public works or environmental services to find a recycling center in
your area, and to get instructions on how to dispose of non-recyclable wastes.
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