Appearance and Care
Servicing and Maintaining Your Empulse 71
Appear ance and Care
CLEANING YOUR EMPULSE
Frequent cleaning and polishing will keep your Empulse looking
newer for longer and identifies you as an owner who values your
Empulse. A clean Empulse is also easier to inspect and service.
To clean your Empulse, you may use:
• Water
• A mild, neutral detergent and water
• A mild spray and wipe cleaner/polisher
• A mild spray and rinse cleaner/degreaser and water
Avoid products that contain harsh detergents or chemical solvents
that could damage the metal, paint, and plastic on your Empulse.
Park in a shady area. Washing your Empulse in bright sunlight may
cause the finish to fade, because water droplets intensify the sun’s
brightness. Spotting is also more likely because surface water can
dry before you have time to wipe it off.
Clean your Empulse regularly to protect surface finishes.
Washing
Note: We recommend the use of a garden hose to wash your Empulse.
High-pressure washers (like those at coin-operated car washes) can
damage certain parts.
1. Wash your Empulse with a sponge or a soft towel, mild
detergent, and plenty of water.
2. Use care when cleaning the matte plastic parts (dash, fenders,
and side panels), which can scratch easier than the other parts of
your Empulse.
3. After washing, rinse your Empulse thoroughly with plenty of
clean water to remove any detergent residue.
4. Dry your Empulse with a chamois or a soft, dry towel.
5. Use a spray cleaner/polish or a quality liquid or paste wax on the
painted body panels (apply according to the container
instructions).
6. Touch up any chipped paint or scratches.
7. After cleaning, inspect for damage, wear, and leaks.
8. Lubricate the chain to prevent rusting.
9. As a precaution, ride your Empulse at a slow speed and apply the
brakes several times. This will help dry the brakes and restore
normal braking.
WARNING
Do not use a pressure washer to clean your Empulse. High-pressure
water (or air) may damage certain parts of you Empulse. Never aim
jets of water at the batteries or other electrical components. Damage
caused from using a pressure washer will not be covered by the
Brammo Limited Warranty.
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