Maintenance
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Storage
Extended storage, generally for more than 4 weeks, requires certain steps to maintain the health
of the battery pack and to protect the motorbike’s tires and finish.
Storing the Motorbike
1.
Make sure the batteries are fully charged.
1.
Wash and dry the motorbike. Wax all painted surfaces. Coat chrome and unpainted steel
surfaces with rust-inhibiting oil.
2.
Inflate the tires to their recommended pressures. Use blocks to raise the motorbike so that
both tires are off the ground.
3.
Cover the motorbike with a material that breaths and store in a dry area.
4.
Every month recharge the batteries.
Removing the Motorbike from Storage
1.
Uncover and clean the motorbike.
2.
Make sure the batteries are fully charged.
3.
Perform all the pre-ride inspection checks.
4.
Test ride the motorbike at low speeds in a safe, uncrowded area.
