Consumables
NOTICE
Improper cleaning, or the use of non-recommended care products, or lack of proper maintenance of your VRSC will void your cosmetic warranty coverage. (00226b)
WARNINGObserve warnings on labels of cleaning compounds. Failure to follow warnings could result in death or serious injury. (00076a)
To aid you in keeping your motorcycle clean, see a Harley-Davidson dealer for cleaning and polishing products. As a general guideline, it is recommended that you use the following products for the purposes listed in Table 1.
Table 1. Recommended Cleaning Care Products
PRODUCT | PART NUMBER | FRAME | BODY PANELS | WHEELS | BLACK
DENIM FINISH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
H-D Sunwash | 94659-98 | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
H-D Bug Remover | 94657-98 | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
Harley-Gloss | 94627-98 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Harley Spray Cleaner and Polish | 99817-99 | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
Wheel and Tire Cleaner | 94658-98 | No | No | Yes | No |
S100 Total Cycle Cleaner (complete rinse required) | 99760-85T | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
Grease cutting dishwasher detergent. Dilute per manufacturer's instructions. | N/A | No | No | No | Yes |
Ammonia base glass cleaner | N/A | No | No | No | Yes |
| 1. | Use HARLEY SUN WASH (94659-98) first, for general cleaning and washing of all surface finishes. Sunwash has a formulated sheeting action that prevents hard water spots and rinses clean even on hot days in the sun. | |
NOTICE Using a pressure washer to clean radiators or oil coolers can damage cooling fins and reduce airflow. Reduced airflow can lead to overheating, resulting in motorcycle damage. (00056c) | ||
| 2. | Next, use HARLEY BUG REMOVER (94657-98) to remove bugs from all surface finishes. Bug Remover will not damage metal, plastic or painted surfaces. | |
| 3. | Finally, use HARLEY GLOSS (94627-98) as an all-purpose surface protectant that provides UV protection and a gloss finish. Harley Gloss™ contains no waxes, silicones, oils or hydrocarbon solvents. | |
| 4. | Use HARLEY SPRAY CLEANER AND POLISH (99817-99) for quick touch-ups. It's an all-purpose aerosol cleaner and quick detailer, great for all metal surfaces. This product also reduces static attraction to dust. | |
| 5. | Use HARLEY WHEEL AND TIRE CLEANER (94658-98) to clean and degrease wheels and tires. Do not use on frame or anodized parts. |
NOTICE
We recommend use of the products listed above. If you wish to use non-recommended cleaning products, test them only in an inconspicuous area on the vehicle's surface first. Do NOT use abrasive or etching cleaners on anodized surfaces! Doing so can result in damage to the surface. (00227b)
NOTICE
Use ONLY Harley Spray Cleaner and Polish, or Harley Gloss on painted surfaces. Use of other cleaners or polishes can damage painted surfaces. (00228a)
NOTE
See a Harley-Davidson dealer for repair, restoration, or customization of anodized or painted surfaces.
WARNINGObserve warnings on labels of cleaning compounds. Failure to follow warnings could result in death or serious injury. (00076a)
WARNINGDo not let the brakes, engine, mufflers or air cleaner to get wet when washing your motorcycle. Allowing these components to get too wet can adversely affect their performance, which could result in death or serious injury. Start engine immediately after washing, and make sure brakes and engine are operating properly before riding in traffic. (00078b)
CAUTIONCooling fans operate automatically, even when the ignition switch is off. Keep hands away from fan blades. Contact with a rotating fan blade can result in minor or moderate injury. (00093a)
NOTICE
Clean the inlet surface of the radiator regularly. Leaves and other debris can collect on the radiator surface and degrade radiator performance which could lead to overheating and motorcycle damage. (00197d)