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Cleaning and Storage
If you will not operate the motorcycle for several months, such as during the winter, store the
motorcycle to prevent damage to the fuel system and the battery and to protect components
from corrosion or deterioration. During storage you might use products that are potentially
hazardous; such as fuel stabilizer. When using any of these products, follow the instructions
and warnings on the product packaging.
This section includes instructions for preparing the motorcycle for storage, maintaining it
during storage and removing it from storage.
Storage Area Preparation
Choose a dry, well-ventilated storage location, inside a garage or other structure if possible.
The location should have a firm, flat surface and allow enough space for the motorcycle.
To best preserve tire condition:
• The storage area should have a relatively constant and moderate temperature.
• The storage surface should be free of oil and gasoline.
• The motorcycle should not be near a heat source or any type of electric motor.
Clean and Protect the Motorcycle
Clean the motorcycle before placing it in storage. See page 86. Polish chromed and other
metal surfaces. Apply protectant to exposed rubber, vinyl and plastic parts.
Do not apply
rubber protectant to the tire tread surfaces.
Fuel Stabilizer
Using a mixture of fuel and the recommended amount of VICTORY Premium Carbon Clean
Plus or other gasoline stabilizer, fill the fuel tank to a level just below the bottom of the fuel
filler insert.
Ride the motorcycle or start and run the engine for 15 minutes in a well ventilated area to
pass the stabilized fuel through entire fuel-injection system.
Engine Protection
Change the engine oil. See page 55. Carbon deposits and combustion acids, normally
suspended in the engine oil when in service, settle on internal engine components during
storage. Settled deposits can cause engine damage or internal corrosion.
Cooling System
Check the coolant level and maintain as recommended by adding coolant to the recovery
bottle. See page 57.
Tire Inflation
Verify that tire pressure is at specification. See page 73. Check and adjust tire pressure as
needed during the storage period.
