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Storing Your Motorcycle
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Information
When the exhaust pipe and muffler are painted,
do not use a commercially available abrasive
kitchen cleaning compound. Use a neutral
detergent to clean the painted surface on the
exhaust pipe and muffler. If you are not sure if
your exhaust pipe and muffler are painted,
contact your dealer.
Storing Your Motorcycle
If you store your motorcycle outdoors, you
should consider using a full-body motorcycle
cover.
If you won’t be riding for an extended period,
follow these guidelines:
● Wash your motorcycle and wax all painted
surfaces.
Coat chrome pieces with rust-inhibiting oil.
●
Lubricate the drive chain. 2 P. 43
● Place your motorcycle on a maintenance
stand and position a block so that both tires
are off the ground.
● After rain, remove the body cover and allow
the motorcycle to dry.
●
Remove the battery (2 P. 51) to prevent
d
isch
arge. Charge the battery in a shaded
,
well-ventilated area.
uIf you le
ave the battery in pla
ce,
disconnect the negative
- terminal to
prevent discharge.
Exhaust Pipe and Muffler
NOTICE
Even though the exhaust is made of stainless steel, it can
become stained. Remove all marks and blemishes as soon
as they are noticed.
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