Cleaning And Checking The Vehicle; Checks After Cleaning - Beta ALP 125cc 2008 Mode D'emploi

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CLEANING AND CHECKING THE VEHICLE

Use a low-pressure water jet to soften the dirt and mud accumulated on the paintwork,
then remove them with a soft bodywork sponge soaked in water and shampoo (2-
4 percent shampoo in water). Rinse generously with water and wipe dry with
chamois leather. For the outside of the engine use a brush soaked in petroleum and
clean rags. Petroleum damages the paintwork. Always wash the vehicle before
waxing it with silicon waxes.
Detergents pollute the waters. Always wash the vehicle in areas equipped
for the collection and purification of the washing liquids.
Never wash the vehicle in the sun, particularly during the summer when the
bodywork is hot. The shampoo would dry before being rinsed off and cause
damage to the paintwork. Do not clean the plastic surfaces with cloths
soaked in petrol or naphtha as they would lose their shine and mechanical
properties.
Water jets can damage the instruments; do not direct the jet towards the
electric parts, especially the LCD display.

CHECKS AFTER CLEANING

After cleaning the motorcycle, it is advisable to:
• Clean the air filter (refer to the procedure described on page 48).
• Grease the chain.
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