Irbit Motorcycle Factory Gear Up 2003, Owner'S Manual

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PRESERVATION AND STORAGE
If the motorcycle is put in storage for the season, arrange it on supports and proceed with the
preservation treatment. Check that the wheel tire pressure is within specifications. Store the motor-
cycle away from acids, alkalis, mineral fertilizers and other harmful substances.
Prior to placing it in storage, clean the bike thoroughly, drain the carburetors, or start the engine
and let it run with the gasoline cock closed to remove gasoline in the float chambers of carburetors.
Then spray storage oil (WD-40) into each cylinder through the spark plug holes. Turn the crank-
shaft by depressing the kick lever pedal to distribute lubricant over the interior of the cylinders.
Lubricate the surfaces of chrome and zinc plated parts with a rust inhibitor. Smear all the points
provided with grease cups with commercial grease. Seal the outlet holes of the mufflers.
Before starting a trip on the motorcycle that was under preservation, proceed with the jobs listed in
the section “Pre-Trip Preliminaries”.
Winter Considerations
Motorists in many areas of the US experience the use of salt and other chemicals that are applied
to road surfaces in the winter.
Salt or other caustic chemicals should always be removed from your bike’s surfaces with fresh
water as soon as possible.
Undercoating of fenders is recommended for those areas with salt and/or fine gravel or sand. See
your dealer for details.
BATTERY
Storage batteries on the motorcycle should function at ambient air temperature from -40
°
C to plus
60°C/ 40°F to 140°F.
As the battery is in service:
•
regularly check the voltage for 13.8 - 14.2 V
•
do not allow the battery to discharge.
•
use only distilled water to maintain the normal level of electrolyte.
•
coat bolts, nuts, washers and tips with petroleum jelly or battery grease. Use two wrenches for
clamping or undoing the nuts to avoid breaking battery parts.