2003 Yamaha Motorsports Royal Star Venture Owners Manual - Page 124

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8- CLEANING AND STORAGE ECA00001 @ EAU01010 EAU03333 Cleaning Frequent, thorough cleaning of your motorcycle not only enhances its appearance, but also improves its performance and extends its life. 8 @ CAUTION: G Improper cleaning can damage the windshield, cowlings, panels and other plastic parts. Use only a soft, clean cloth or sponge with mild detergent and water to clean plastic. If the windshield is scratched, use a quality plastic polishing compound after washing. G Do not use any harsh chemical products on plastic parts. Make sure to avoid using cloths or sponges which have been in contact with strong or abrasive cleaning products, solvent or thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust removers or inhibitors, brake fluid, antifreeze or electrolyte. Before cleaning the motorcycle 1. Cover the muffler outlets, to prevent water entry, with plastic bags and strong rubber bands. 2. Make sure that the spark plugs and all caps and covers are properly installed. 3. Apply Yamaha Mud and Grease Release or another high-quality degreaser to the crankcase, to remove any excessive grease, with a paintbrush. Do not apply degreaser to the wheel axles. 8-1

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8-1
8
EAU01010
8-
CLEANING AND STORAGE
EAU03333
Cleaning
Frequent, thorough cleaning of your
motorcycle not only enhances its ap-
pearance, but also improves its perfor-
mance and extends its life.
ECA00001
CAUTION:
@
●
Improper cleaning can damage
the windshield, cowlings, pan-
els and other plastic parts. Use
only a soft, clean cloth or
sponge with mild detergent and
water to clean plastic. If the
windshield is scratched, use a
quality plastic polishing com-
pound after washing.
●
Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Make
sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges which have been in
contact with strong or abrasive
cleaning products, solvent or
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re-
movers or inhibitors, brake flu-
id, antifreeze or electrolyte.
@
Before cleaning the motorcycle
1. Cover the muffler outlets, to pre-
vent water entry, with plastic bags
and strong rubber bands.
2. Make sure that the spark plugs
and all caps and covers are prop-
erly installed.
3. Apply Yamaha Mud and Grease
Release or another high-quality
degreaser to the crankcase, to re-
move any excessive grease, with
a paintbrush. Do not apply de-
greaser to the wheel axles.