2006 Ducati Monster S2R Owners Manual - Page 140

General cleaning To preserve the original gloss on metal surfaces and paintwork, wash and clean your motorcycle at regular intervals, and depending on the type of use and according to the particular road conditions. Use specific products, where possible biodegradable. Avoid aggressive detergents or solvents. Important Do not wash your motorcycle immediately after use, as marks can form due to evaporation of the water on hot surfaces. Never clean the motorcycle using hot or high-pressure water jets. Cleaning the motorcycle with high-pressure water cleaners may lead to seizure or serious faults in the front fork, wheel hub assembly, electric system, front fork seals, air inlets or exhaust silencers, with subsequent loss of the required levels of safety. If parts of the engine are unusually dirty or greasy, use a degreasing agent, avoiding contact with transmission components (chain, front and rear sprockets, etc.). Rinse with warm water and dry all surfaces with chamois leather. Warning There may be loss of brake effectiveness immediately after washing the motorcycle. Never grease or lubricate the brake discs. This will cause loss of braking effectiveness. Clean the discs with an oil-free solvent. E 63