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Storage
STORAGE
Preparation for Storage
Clean the entire vehicle thoroughly.
Fill the fuel tank with the correct grade of
unleaded fuel and add a fuel stabilizer (if
available), following the fuel stabilizer
manufacturer’s instructions
.
Remove the spark plug from each cylinder
and put several drops (0.16 fl oz (5 ml)) of
engine oil into each cylinder. Cover the spark
plug holes with a piece of cloth or rag. With
the engine stop switch in the RUN position,
push the starter button for a few seconds to
coat the cylinder walls with oil. Install the
spark plugs, tightening to
15 lbf ft (20 Nm)
.
Change the engine oil and filter (see
page
60
).
Check and if necessary correct the tire
pressures (see page
101
).
Set the motorcycle on a stand so that both
wheels are raised off the ground. (If this
cannot be done, put boards under the front
and rear wheels to keep dampness away
from the tires.)
Spray rust inhibiting oil (there are a host of
products on the market and your dealer will
be able to offer you local advice) on all
unpainted metal surfaces to prevent rusting.
Prevent oil from getting on rubber parts,
brake discs or in the brake calipers.
Lubricate and if necessary adjust the drive
chain (see page
67
).
Remove the battery, and store it where it will
not be exposed to direct sunlight, moisture,
or freezing temperatures. During storage it
should be given a slow charge (one ampere
or less) about once every two weeks (see
page
82
).
Preparation after Storage
Install the battery (if removed) (see page
85
).
If the motorcycle has been stored for more
than four months, change the engine oil (see
page
60
).
Check all the points listed in the Daily Safety
Checks section (see page
38
).
Before starting the engine, remove the spark
plugs from each cylinder.
Put the side stand down.
Crank the engine on the starter motor several
times until the oil pressure light goes out.
Replace the spark plugs, tightening to
15 lbf ft (20 Nm)
, and start the engine.
Check and if necessary correct the tire
pressures (see page
101
).
Check the brakes for correct operation.
Test ride the motorcycle at low speeds.
Warning
Gasoline (fuel) is extremely flammable and
can be explosive under certain conditions.
Turn the ignition switch off. Do not smoke.
Make sure the area is well ventilated and
free from any source of flame or sparks;
this includes any appliance with a pilot
light.
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