Washing the Motorcycle

When washing the motorcycle, follow the instruction below:

1. Remove dirt and mud from the motorcycle with running water. You may use a soft sponge or brush. Do not use hard materials which can scratch the paint.
2. Wash the entire motorcycle with mild detergent or car wash soap using a sponge or soft cloth. The sponge or cloth should be frequently soaked in the soap solution.
   Caution

   Radiator fins can be damaged by spraying high pressure water on them. Do not spray high pressure water on the radiator fins.

   NOTE: Avoid spraying or allowing water to flow over the following places:

   1. Ignition switch
   2. Spark plugs
   3. Fuel tank cap
   4. Throttle body
   5. Fuel injection system
   6. Brake master cylinder
3. Once the dirt has been completely removed, rinse off the detergent with running water.
4. After rinsing, wipe off the motorcycle with a wet chamois or cloth and allow it to dry in the shade.
5. Check carefully for damage to painted surfaces. If there is any damage, obtain "touch-up" paint and "touch-up" the damage following the procedure below:
   1. Clean all damaged spots and allow them to dry.
   2. Stir the paint and "touch-up" the damaged spots lightly with a small brush.
   3. Allow the paint to dry completely.

Waxing the Motorcycle

After washing the motorcycle, waxing and polishing are recommended to further protect and beautify the paint.

• Only use waxes and polishes of good quality.
• When using waxes and polishes, observe the precautions specified by the manufacturers.

Inspection after Cleaning

For extended life of your motorcycle, lubricate according to "LUBRICATION POINTS" section in your Owner's manual.

Follow the procedures in the "INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING" section in your Owner's Manual to check your motorcycle for any problems that may have arisen during your last ride.