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Caring for Your Motorcycle
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Caring for Your
Motorcycle
Frequent cleaning and polishing is
important to ensure the life of your Honda.
A clean motorcycle makes it easier to spot
potential problems.
In particular, seawater and salts used to
prevent ice on roads promote the
formation of corrosion. Always wash your
motorcycle thoroughly after riding on
coastal or treated roads.
Allow the engine, muffler, brakes, and
other high-temperature parts to cool
before washing.
1.
Rinse your motorcycle thoroughly using a
low pressure garden hose to remove
loose dirt.
2.
If necessary, use a sponge or a soft towel
with mild cleaner to remove road grime.
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Clean the windscreen, headlight lens,
panels, and other plastic components
with extra care to avoid scratching
them. Avoid directing water into the air
cleaner, muffler, and electrical parts.
3.
Thoroughly rinse your motorcycle with
plenty of clean water and dry with a soft,
clean cloth.
4.
After the motorcycle dries, lubricate any
moving parts.
u Make sure that no lubricant spills onto
the brakes or tires. Brake discs, pads,
drum or shoes contaminated with oil
will suffer greatly reduced braking
effectiveness and can lead to a crash.
5.
Apply a coat of wax to prevent corrosion.
u Avoid products that contain harsh
detergents or chemical solvents. These
can damage the metal, paint, and
plastic on your motorcycle.
Keep the wax clear of the tires and
brakes.
u If your motorcycle has any matte
painted parts, do not apply a coat of
wax to the matte painted surface.
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Washing Precautions
Follow these guidelines when washing:
● Do not use high-pressure washers:
u High-pressure water cleaners can
damage moving parts and electrical
parts, rendering them inoperable.
u Water in the air intake can be drawn
into the throttle body and/or enter the
air cleaner.
● Do not direct water at the muffler:
u Water in the muffler can prevent
starting and causes rust in the muffler.
● Dry the brakes:
u Water adversely affects braking
effectiveness. After washing, apply the
brakes intermittently at low speed to
help dry them.
● Do not direct water in the left saddlebag:
u Water in the left saddlebag can
damage your documents and other
belongings.
● Do not direct water at the air cleaner:
u Water in the air cleaner can prevent
the engine from starting.
Washing
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