CLEANING & STORAGE
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Motorcycle cleaning and storage
General Precautions
Keeping your motorcycle clean and in best performance will extend the vehicle service life. Covering your
motorcycle with a high quality, breathable motorcycle cover will help to protect the vehicle during storage.
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Always clean the motorcycle after the engine and exhaust system have cooled.
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Avoid applying harsh detergents to seals, brake pads, and tires.
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Wash the vehicle by hand. Do not use high-pressure spray.
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Avoid all harsh chemicals, solvents, detergents, and household cleaning products like ammonium
hydroxide.
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Gasoline, brake fluid, and coolant will damage painted plastic surfaces. Wash them off immediately
if splashed on any painted plastics.
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Avoid metal brushes, steel wool, and all other abrasive pads or brushes to clean the vehicle.
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Use caution when washing the windshield, headlight cover, and other plastic parts as they can be
easily scratched.
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Avoid high water pressure, as it may penetrate seals and electrical components, resulting in vehicle
damage.
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Avoid spraying water into areas such as air intakes, fuel system, electrical components, muffler
outlets and fuel tank lock.
