Chapter 11
(Maintenance of Motorcycle)
Preservation and Storage
If the motorcycle is put in storage for the season, arrange it on
supports (timbers) and proceed with the preservation treatment.
Check that the wheel tire pressure is within specifications. Store
the motorcycle away from acids, alkalis, mineral fertilizers and
other harmful substances.
Prior to placing it in storage, clean the bike thoroughly, start the
engine and let it run with the gasoline cock closed to remove
gasoline in the float chambers of carburetors. Then squirt some
storage oil into each cylinder through the spark plug holes. Turn
the crankshaft 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.