Yamaha YZF-R1 Owner's Manual

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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE7-17EAU37833Matte color cautionCAUTION:ECA15192Some models are equipped withmatte colored finished parts. Besure to consult a Yamaha dealer foradvice on what products to use be-fore cleaning the vehicle. Using abrush, harsh chemical products orcleaning compounds when cleaningthese parts will scratch or damagetheir surface. Wax also should notbe applied to any matte colored fin-ished parts.EAU36901CareWhile the open design of a motorcyclereveals the attractiveness of the tech-nology, it also makes it more vulnera-ble. Rust and corrosion can developeven if high-quality components areused. A rusty exhaust pipe may go un-noticed on a car, however, it detractsfrom the overall appearance of a motor-cycle. Frequent and proper care doesnot only comply with the terms of thewarranty, but it will also keep yourmotorcycle looking good, extend its lifeand optimize its performance.Before cleaning1. Cover the muffler outlets with aplastic bag after the engine hascooled down.2. Make sure that all caps and coversas well as all electrical couplersand connectors, including thespark plug caps, are tightly in-stalled.3. Remove extremely stubborn dirt,like oil burnt onto the crankcase,with a degreasing agent and abrush, but never apply such prod-ucts onto seals, gaskets, sprock-ets, the drive chain and wheelaxles. Always rinse the dirt and de-greaser off with water.CleaningCAUTION:ECA15090 Avoid using strong acidic wheelcleaners, especially on spokedwheels. If such products areused on hard-to-remove dirt, donot leave the cleaner on the af-fected area any longer than in-structed. Also, thoroughly rinsethe area off with water, immedi-ately dry it, and then apply a cor-rosion protection spray. Improper cleaning can damagewindshields, cowlings, panels,other plastic parts, and the muf-flers. Use only a soft, clean clothor sponge with mild detergentand water to clean plastic. How-ever, if the mufflers cannot bethoroughly cleaned with milddetergent, alkaline productsand a soft brush may be used.