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Remove all plastic bags and adhesive tapes.
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Lubricate control cables, pivot and rear chain.
 Polish the painted and plated surfaces using polishing
wax.
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Start engine and allow to run at idling speed for a few
minutes to warm up engine.
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Drive the motorcycle slowly, applying both brakes
intermittently to dry up the brake.
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Test brakes for full efficiency.
WASHING PROCEDURE
Precautions
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Wash motorcycle when the engine is cold.
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Cover the silencer tail end and control switches with
suitable plastic bags to prevent water entry.
 Remove ignition key and seal key hole using adhesive tape.
 Use a suitable engine degreaser, to remove dirt or
grease from the engine external parts if required.
Follow the directions in the label carefully before using
the degreaser.
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Use low pressure jet of water to clean the entire
motorcycle.
 Never spray water with great force on head lamp,
speedometer, flasher lights, front and rear wheel hubs,
electrical connections and wires, control cables,
Throttle body, spark plug, battery, etc.
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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 and wipe motorcycle dry.
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If possible, use compressed air and blow off water
particles from the obscure areas of the motorcycle,
electrical connections, etc.
After washing
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Ensure, the motorcycle is throughly dry by wiping with
a clean soft absorbent cloth or chamois leather.
NOTE :
Observe warnings and cautions given on labels of
cleaning compounds.
WARNING
Do not use High pressure washer to clean the
motorcycle, as it will force water entry into the engine
and other parts of the motorcycle and damage parts
like bearings etc.
Do not spray high pressure water on lamps,
instruments,
switches, brake cylinders and brake calipers, below fuel
tank, steering head bearings, suspension, air intake duct
as it will cause serious damage to the parts and affect
performance.
Do not use strong soaps, detergents that are highly alkaline
as they will leave a permanent stain on the painted, buffed
and plated surfaces.