Kawasaki Z800 ABS Owner's Manual - page 154
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system, brake components, electri-
cal components, muffler outlets, and
fuel tank openings.
Washing Your Motorcycle
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Rinse your bike with cold water from
a garden hose to remove any loose
dirt.
•
Mix a mild neutral detergent (de-
signed for motorcycles or automo-
biles) and water in a bucket. Use a
soft cloth or sponge to wash your
motorcycle. If needed, use a mild de-
greaser to remove any oil or grease
build up.
•
After washing, rinse your motorcycle
thoroughly with clean water to re-
move any residue (residue from the
detergent can damage parts of your
motorcycle).
•
Use a soft cloth to dry your motor-
cycle. As you dry, inspect your mo-
torcycle for chips and scratches. Do
not let the water air dry as this can
damage the painted surfaces.
•
Start the engine and let it idle for sev-
eral minutes. The heat from the en-
gine will help dry moist areas.
•
Carefully ride your motorcycle at a
slow speed and apply the brakes
several times. This helps dry the
brakes and restores them to normal
operating performance.
•
Lubricate the drive chain to prevent
rusting.
NOTE
○
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, ap-
ply a corrosion protection spray on
all metal and chrome surfaces to pre-
vent corrosion.
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