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Maintenance and Adjustment
Preparation for Washing
Before washing, precautions must be taken
to keep water off the following places.
Rear opening of the exhausts: Cover with a
plastic bag secured with rubber bands.
Clutch and brake levers, switch housings on
the handlebar: Cover with plastic bags.
Ignition switch and steering lock: Cover the
keyhole with tape.
Remove any items of jewellery such as rings,
watches, zips or belt buckles, which may
scratch or otherwise damage painted or
polished surfaces.
Use separate cleaning sponges or cleaning
cloths for washing painted/polished surfaces
and chassis areas. Chassis areas (such as
wheels and under fenders) will be exposed to
more abrasive road grime and dust, which
may then scratch painted or polished
surfaces, if the same sponge or cleaning
cloths are used.
Where to be Careful
Avoid spraying water with any great force
near the following places:
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Instruments;
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Brake cylinders and brake calipers;
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Under the fuel tank;
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Steering head bearings;
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Air intake duct above the headlights.
Note:
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Use of soaps that are highly alkaline
will leave a residue on painted
surfaces, and may also cause water
spotting. Always use a low alkaline
soap to aid the cleaning process.
Caution
Any water sprayed around the air intake
duct could enter the airbox and engine,
causing damage to both items.
Caution
Use of high-pressure spray washers is not
recommended. When using pressure
washers, water may be forced into
bearings and other components causing
premature wear from corrosion and loss of
lubrication.
