Caring for Your Vehicle

Aluminium Components

Aluminium will corrode from contact with dirt, mud, or road salt. Clean aluminium parts regularly and follow these guidelines to avoid scratches:

  • Do not use stiff brushes, steel wool, or cleaners containing abrasives.
  • Avoid riding over or scraping against curbs.
  • Cylinder head

    The cylinder head contains cooling fins that have no surface treatment on the edges.

  • Clean and dry it regularly. To prevent rust and corrosion, use a wax that does not contain abrasives to the edges of the cooling fins.
  • If rust occurs, apply wax containing abrasives only to the processed area.
  • Do not polish painted areas with wax containing abrasives.
  • Do not use acidic or alkaline detergents.
  • Do not use stiff brushes, steel wool, or sandpaper.
  • Processed area

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