2006 Yamaha Motorsports Stratoliner Owners Manual - Page 83
2006 Yamaha Motorsports Stratoliner Manual
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE G G G Never apply oil or wax to the drive belt. Never apply oil or wax to any rubber and plastic parts, but treat them with a suitable care product. Avoid using abrasive polishing compounds as they will wear away the paint. may leave scratches on surfaces of the windshield. Before using them, make a test by polishing an area which does not affect your visibility. Cleaning the sidebags Water can be harmful to untreated leather. Use Yamaha Saddle Soap or another quality brand according to the manufacturer's directions to clean the leather on the sidebags. Polish the dry leather with a soft cloth, and then treat with Yamaha Mink Oil or another highquality leather protectant for increased water resistance. EAU26280 Storage Short-term Always store your motorcycle in a cool, dry place and, if necessary, protect it against dust with a porous cover. ECA10810 CAUTION: G NOTE: Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on what products to use. Special care is needed for cleaning the windshield and sidebags on this model. Be sure to follow the instructions below. Cleaning the windshield Avoid using any alkaline or strong acid cleaner, gasoline, brake fluid, or any other solvent. Clean the windshield with a cloth or sponge dampened with a neutral detergent, and after cleaning, thoroughly wash it off with water. For additional cleaning, use Yamaha Windshield Cleaner or other quality cleaner. Some cleaning compounds for plastics G Storing the motorcycle in a poorly ventilated room or covering it with a tarp, while it is still wet, will allow water and humidity to seep in and cause rust. To prevent corrosion, avoid damp cellars, stables (because of the presence of ammonia) and areas where strong chemicals are stored. 7 Long-term Before storing your motorcycle for several months: 1. Follow all the instructions in the "Care" section of this chapter. 2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel stabilizer (if available) to prevent the fuel tank from rusting and the fuel from deteriorating. 7-3