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27 CLEANING/PROTECTIVE TREATMENT
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Treat all plastic parts and powder-coated parts with a mild cleaning and care
product.
Lubricate the ignition/steering lock.
Universal oil spray (Ei p. 318)
Checks and maintenance steps for winter operation
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If you use the motorcycle in winter, you must expect salt on the roads. You should therefore take precautions against
aggressive road salt.
If the vehicle was operated in road salt, clean it with cold water after riding. Warm water would enhance the corrosive effects
of salt.
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Clean the motorcycle. (El p. 266)
Clean the brake system.
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After EVERY trip on salted roads, thoroughly wash the brake calipers and
brake linings with cold water and dry carefully. This should be done after
the parts are cooled down and while they are installed.
After use on salted roads, clean the motorcycle thoroughly with cold water
and dry it properly.
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Treat the engine, the swingarm, and all other bare or galvanized parts (except
brake discs) with a wax-based anti-corrosion substance.
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To prevent serious reduction of the braking efficiency, make sure no anti
corrosion substance gets on to the brake discs.
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Clean the chain. (ES p. 115)
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