After cleaning, rinse the motorcycle
thoroughly with plenty of clean water.
Strong detergent residue can corrode
alloy parts.
Dry the motorcycle, start the engine, and
let it run for several minutes.
Test the brakes before riding the
motorcycle. Several applications may be
necessary to restore normal braking
performance.
Lubricate the drive chain immediately
after washing and drying the motorcycle.
Braking efficiency may be temporarily
impaired immediately after washing the
motorcycle.
Anticipate longer stopping distance to avoid
a possible accident.
After washing your motorcycle, consider
us ing a comme r cia lly - a v a ilable s pr a y
cleaner/polish or quality liquid or paste wax
to finish the job. Use only a non-abrasive
polish or wax made specif ically f or
motorcycles or automobiles. Apply the
polish or wax according to the instructions
on the container.
If a surface on your motorcycle is chipped
or scratched, your Honda dealer has touch-
up paint to match your motorcycle’s colour.
Be sure to use your motorcycle’s colour
code (page
) when you buy touch-up
paint.
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