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20 CLEANING, CARE
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Close off the exhaust system to keep water from entering.
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Remove loose dirt first with a soft jet of water.
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Spray dirty parts with a normal commercial engine cleaner and then brush off with a
soft brush.
Motorcycle cleaner ( p. 232)
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Use warm water containing normal motorcycle cleaner and a soft sponge.
Never apply motorcycle cleaner to a dry vehicle; always rinse the vehicle with
water first.
If the vehicle was operated in road salt, clean it with cold water. Warm water
would enhance the corrosive effects of salt.
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After rinsing the motorcycle with a gentle spray of water, allow it to dry thoroughly.
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Remove the closure of the exhaust system.
Warning
Danger of accidents Moisture and dirt impair the brake system.
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Brake carefully several times to dry out and remove dirt from the brake lin-
ings and the brake discs.
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After cleaning, ride the vehicle a short distance until the engine warms up.
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The heat produced causes water at inaccessible locations in the engine and on
the brake system to evaporate.
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After the motorcycle has cooled off, lubricate all moving parts and bearings.
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Clean the chain. ( p. 134)