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PRECAUTIONS
Wash motorcycle when the engine is cold.
Cover the silencer, tail pipe, carburetor, horn and
control switches with suitable plastic bags and tie
it firmly to prevent water entry.
Remove ignition key and seal key hole using
adhesive tape.
Brush engine area with a solvent to remove dirt or
grease.
Use low pressure jet of water to clean.
Never spray water with great force on head lamp,
speedometer, flasher lights, front and rear wheel
hubs, electrical connections and wires, control
cables, carburetor, spark plug, battery etc.
Do not apply any corrosive solvent on painted
surfaces or rubber parts.
Use luke warm water and mild detergent on the
painted components to remove dirt, etc.
Rinse motorcycle thoroughly with plain water to
remove the detergent.
If possible, use compressed air and blow off water
particles from the obscure areas of the motorcycle,
electrical connections etc.
AFTER WASHING
Ensure, the motorcycle is thoroughly dry by wiping
with a clean soft absorbent cloth or chamois leather.
Remove all plastic bags and adhesive tapes.
Lubricate control cables, pivot and rear chain with
lube oil
Polish the painted and plated surfaces using
polishing wax.
Start engine and allow to run at idling speed for a
few minutes to warm up engine.
Drive the motorcycle slowly, applying both brakes
intermittently to dry up the water in the brake shoes.
WASHING PROCEDURE
