2009 Yamaha Motorsports Road Star Silverado S Owners Manual - Page 87
2009 Yamaha Motorsports Road Star Silverado S Manual
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE windshield. Before using them, make a test by polishing an area which does not affect your visibility. After cleaning 1. Dry the motorcycle with a chamois or an absorbing cloth. 2. Use a chrome polish to shine chrome, aluminum and stainlesssteel parts, including the exhaust system. (Even the thermally induced discoloring of stainlesssteel exhaust systems can be removed through polishing.) 3. To prevent corrosion, it is recommended to apply a corrosion protection spray on all metal, including chrome- and nickel-plated, surfaces. 4. Use spray oil as a universal cleaner to remove any remaining dirt. 5. Touch up minor paint damage caused by stones, etc. 6. Wax all painted and chrome-plated surfaces. Avoid combination cleaner waxes, many of which contain abrasives that may mar the paint or protective finish. 7. Let the motorcycle dry completely before storing or covering it. EWA11131 G Avoid using abrasive polishing compounds as they will wear away the paint. WARNING Contaminants on the brakes or tires can cause loss of control. G Make sure that there is no oil or wax on the brakes or tires. G If necessary, clean the brake discs and brake linings with a regular brake disc cleaner or acetone, and wash the tires with warm water and a mild detergent. Before riding at higher speeds, test the motorcycle's braking performance and cornering behavior. ECA10950 TIP G G Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on what products to use. Washing, rainy weather or humid climates can cause the headlight lens to fog. Turning the headlight on for a short period of time will help remove the moisture from the lens. NOTICE G G G Apply spray oil and wax sparingly and make sure to wipe off any excess. Never apply oil or wax to the drive belt. Never apply oil or wax to any rubber and plastic parts, but treat them with a suitable care product. 8-3 Saddlebag cleaning and care Clean the saddlebag on each side using a high-quality saddle soap. Rub the surface of the soap using a damp cloth or sponge to produce a lather, and then apply it to the surface of the saddlebags. Allow the lather to dry, and then polish the saddlebags with a soft cloth. If the saddlebags have been exposed to severe weather conditions and have become faded, or been scuffed, use a fine boot creme to return the leather to its original rich, even color. 8