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STORAGE
GUIDE
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STORAGE
Extended storage, such
as
for winter,
requires
that
you
take certain steps
to
reduce the effects
of
deterioration from
non-use
of
the
motorcycle.
In
addition,
necessary repairs should be made BE-
FORE storing
the
motorcycle, otherwise,
these repairs may be forgotten by
the
time
the
motorcycle
is
removed from
storage.
1. Lubricate the drive chain.
2. Drain
the
fuel
tank
and carburetor.
Spray
the
inside
of
the
tank
with
an
aerosol rust-inhibiting oil.
Reinstall the fuel cap on
the
tank.
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* Gasoline
is
flammable and
is
explosive
under certain conditions. Do
not
smoke or allow flames or sparks near
the equipment while draining fuel.
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3.
Remove
the
spark plug and
pour
a
tablespoon
11
-20
cc
of
clean engine
oil
into
the
cylinder. Operate
the
kickstarter several times
to
distribute
the
oil, then reinstall
the
spark plug.
NOTE:
•
When turning
the
engine over,
the
Engine
Stop
Switch should be
OFF
and
the
spark plug placed
in
its
cable cap and grounded
to
prevent
damage
to
the
ignition system.
4. Remove
the
battery. Store
in
an area
protected from freezing temperatures
and direct sunlight. Check
the
electro-
lyte
level and slow charge
the
battery
once a
month.
5. Wash and
dry
the
motorcycle. Wax
all painted surfaces. Coat chrome
with
rust-inhibiting oil.
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