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STORAGE PRECAUTIONS
Incase your Motorcycle is not going to be used
for a month or more, we advice the following
precautions to the taken.
Carryout required repair / adjustments on
the motorcycle.
Wa sh t he mot orcy cl e th orou gh ly a nd
lubricate as per the maintenance chart.
Drain fuel tank, fuel line and carburettor.
Keep the fuel tap in closed position and spray
motor oil inside the fuel tank to prevent
rusting.
Remove spark plug. Pour in about 50ml of
clean engine oil through spark plug hole.
Close the hole and crank engine several
times and refit sparkplug.
Clean rear chain thoroughly and apply a
thin film of lub oil.
Remove battery from the bike. Clean the
terminals free of corrosion.
Maintain electrolyte level between max. or
min. mark, by adding distilled water and
wipe the battery dry.
Store the battery in a cool, dry and well
ventilated place.
Do not place the battery in direct sun light,
near open flame or where temperature is
above 40
o
C or below 0
o
C
Cover the silencer with plastic bags to prevent
moisture entry. Set the motorcycle on its
center stand.
Apply a thin film of oil on the engine barrel
fins, cylinder head fins and other painted
parts.
Apply anti-rust solutions on all plated
parts. Take care not to apply this solution
on rubber or painted parts.
Store motorcycle in a clean covered area free
of moisture and keep it covered to prevent
dust settling on it.
