[10th MTN]

Hello All,

Thought I would share this, So i decided to wash my old KZ. Got the bucket and some soaps scrubbed it down, put some wax on, decided to take it for a ride, turned the key and nothing. No power.

Started checking things found the 20 amp fuse was blown, so no big deal, pop in a spare, turn the key, and nothing. 20 Amp blew again. So now I'm a little frustrated and start checking wires looking for a grounded hot wire or chafe in the wiring harness. Put my last fuse in and it blowes again. I run out for more fuses, examine the wiring chart in the manual, and then checked the white electrical connection plugs, when I un plugged them they were wet and rusty. I cleaned them up with some electrical solvent as well as the fuse holder with the a 22 cal brush.

Bike started right up!

Sometimes old bikes are better left dirty. (Or use less water at a lower pressure).

Pete in SA

 

[rbentnail]

Ah, sounds like the ol' power washer syndrome. Gotta watch that, don't get too close. For connectors I use a synthetic dielectric grease, works pretty well for water/salt proofing and keeping corrosion at a minimum. Any auto parts store can help you out with it. I use Super Lube #21030.

 

[10th MTN]

Thank you bent nail, great advise!

I pick some up tomorrow and try it this weekend.

Pete in SA

 

[Muddypunk]

I force my bike's dry with my air compressor before I polish and use low water pressure and not much of it.

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[WFO-KZ]

You have to be really careful with pressure washers. They are great for removing bug splatter but if not careful they will put water into your electrics and into your bearings and it can damage your radiator if you get too close.

 

[rbentnail]

Yeah, I try to remind people to be sensible with pressure washers too. Washing windshields, gas tank, saddlebags, etc. is fine but avoid handlebar switches, wheel bearings, etc.