2015 Ducati Superbike 1299 Panigale S Owners Manual - Page 308

Clean the motorcycle To preserve the finish of metal parts and paintwork, wash and clean your motorcycle at regular intervals according to the road conditions you ride in. Use specific products only. Prefer biodegradable products. Avoid harsh detergents or solvents. Only use water and neutral soap to clean the Plexiglas and the seat. Periodically manually clean all aluminum components. Use special detergents, suitable for aluminum parts FREE of abrasives or caustic soda. Important Do not wash your motorcycle right after use. When the motorcycle is still hot, water drops will evaporate faster and spot hot surfaces. Never clean the motorcycle using hot or highpressure water jets. Cleaning the motorcycle with a high pressure water jet may lead to seizure or serious faults in the front fork, wheel hub assembly, electric system, headlight (fogging), front fork seals, air inlets or exhaust mufflers, with resulting loss of compliance with safety requirements. Clean off stubborn dirt or exceeding grease from engine parts using a degreasing agent. Be sure to avoid contact with drive parts (chain, sprockets, etc.). Rinse with warm water and dry all surfaces with chamois leather. Note Do not use sponges with abrasive parts or steel wool; only use soft cloths. In any case, the Warranty does not apply to motorcycles whenever poor maintenance status is ascertained. Attention Braking performance may be impaired immediately after washing the motorcycle. Never grease or lubricate the brake disks. Loss of braking and further accidents may occur. Clean the disks with an oil-free solvent. 306