21 CLEANING, CARE
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21.1 Cleaning the motorcycle
Note
Material damage The vehicle and the KTM PowerPack are not suitable for high-pressure cleaning.
The high pressure allows water to penetrate electrical components, plugs, bearings, etc. This results in compo-
nents being damaged or destroyed.
– Never clean the vehicle and the KTM PowerPack with high-pressure cleaning equipment or a strong jet of
water.
Note
Material damage Water or dirt damage or destroy components.
– Always mount the protection cap after you have removed the KTM PowerPack.
– Do not point the jet of water toward the battery discharge plug, even if the protection cap has been mounted.
Note
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
– Dispose of oils, grease, cleaning agents, brake fluid etc. properly and in compliance with the applica-
ble regulations.
Info
To maintain the value and appearance of the motorcycle over a long period, clean it regularly.
Avoid direct sunshine when cleaning the motorcycle.
Preparatory work
– Deactivate the vehicle. ( p. 43)
– Fold the seat up. ( p. 69)
– Remove the KTM PowerPack. ( p. 107)
– Mount the protection cap. ( p. 71)
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Main work
– Remove coarse dirt particles with a gentle water jet.
– Spray heavily soiled parts with a normal commercial motorcy-
cle cleaner and then brush off with a soft brush.
Motorcycle cleaner ( p. 139)
Info
Use warm water containing normal motorcycle cleaner
and a soft sponge.
Never apply motorcycle cleaner to a dry vehicle; always
rinse the vehicle with water first.
– After rinsing the motorcycle with a gentle spray of water, allow
it to dry thoroughly.
Warning
Danger of accidents Moisture and dirt impair the
brake system.
– Brake carefully several times to dry out and remove
dirt from the brake linings and the brake discs.
–
Lubricate all sliding points and pivot points.
– Clean the chain. ( p. 72)
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