2015 Kawasaki NINJA ZX10R ABS Owners Manual - Page 208

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 207 ride your motorcycle at a • Carefully slow speed and apply the brakes • several times. This helps the brakes dry and restores its normal operating performance. Lubricate the drive chain to prevent rusting. headlight. Gradually the condensation on the inside of the lens will clear off. Semi-gloss Finish To clean the semi-gloss finish; When washing the motorcycle, always use a mild neutral detergent and water. The semi-gloss finish effect may be lost when the finish is excessively rubbed. If any doubt, consult an authorized Kawasaki dealer. • • • ○After riding in an area where the roads are salted or near the ocean, immediately wash your motorcycle with cold water. Do not use warm water as it accelerates the chemical reaction of the salt. After drying, apply a corrosion protection spray on all metal and chrome surfaces to prevent corrosion. ○Condensation may form on the inside of the headlight lens after riding in the rain, washing the motorcycle or humid weather. To remove the moisture, start the engine and turn on the NOTE Windshield and Other Plastic Parts After washing use a soft cloth to gently dry plastic parts. When dry, treat the windshield, headlight lens, and other nonpainted plastic parts with an approved plastic cleaner/polisher product.