Honda CB Unicorn 160 Owner's Manual page 87

Washing the Vehicle
1. Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with cool
water to remove loose dirt.
2. Clean the vehicle with a sponge or soft
cloth using cool water.
Avoid directing water to muffler outlets
and electrical parts.
3. Clean the plastic parts using a cloth
or sponge dampened with a solution
of mild detergent and water. Rub the
soiled area gently rinsing it frequently
with fresh water.
Take care to keep brake fluid or chemical
solvents off the vehicle.
They will damage the plastic and
painted surfaces.
The inside of the headlight lens may be
clouded immediately after washing the
vehicle. Moisture condensation inside the
headlight lens will disappear gradually by
lighting the headlight in high beam. Run the
engine while keeping the headlight on.
4. After cleaning,
thoroughly with plenty of clean water.
Strong detergent residue can corrode
alloy parts.
5. Dry the vehicle, start the engine, and
let it run for several minutes.
6. Test the brakes before riding the vehicle.
Several applications may be necessary
to restore normal braking performance.
7. Lubricate the drive chain immediately
after washing and drying the vehicle.
Braking efficiency may be temporarily
impaired immediately after washing the
vehicle.
Anticipate longer stopping distance to avoid
a possible accident.
rinse the vehicle
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