2014 Ducati Streetfighter 848 Owners Manual - Page 130
2014 Ducati Streetfighter 848 Manual
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Cleaning the motorcycle To preserve the finish of metal parts and paintwork, wash and clean your motorcycle at regular intervals, anyway according to the road conditions you ride in. Use specific products only. Prefer biodegradable products. Avoid harsh detergents or solvents. Only use water and neutral soap to clean the Plexiglas and the seat. Periodically manually clean all aluminum components. Use special detergents, suitable for aluminum parts FREE of abrasives or caustic soda. headlight (fogging), front fork seals, air inlets or exhaust silencers, with consequent loss of compliance with the safety requirements. Clean off stubborn dirt or exceeding grease from engine parts using a degreasing agent. Be sure to avoid contact with drive parts (chain, sprockets, etc.). Rinse with warm water and dry all surfaces with chamois leather. Warning Braking performance may be impaired immediately after washing the motorcycle. Never grease or lubricate the brake disks. Loss of braking and further accidents may occur. Clean the disks with an oil-free solvent. Note Do not use sponges with abrasive parts or steel wool; only use soft cloths. In any case, the Warranty does not apply to motorcycles whenever poor maintenance status is ascertained. Warning The headlight might fog up due to washing, rain or moisture. Switch headlight on for a short time to dry up any condensate. Important Do not wash your motorcycle right after use. When the motorcycle is still hot, water drops will evaporate faster and spot hot surfaces. Never clean the motorcycle using hot or high-pressure water jets. Cleaning the motorcycle with a high pressure water jet may lead to seizure or serious faults in the front fork, wheel hub assembly, electric system, 129