Ran into some trouble, extended storage?
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Ran into some trouble, extended storage?
Without too much detail, I was involved in a bar fight a few months back while helping a friend and unfortunately I was charged. The final trial is fast approaching and my confidence is dwindling. I could be facing some time that would constitute extended storage, however I'm unsure of what exactly needs to be done.
I've searched the forum and all I could come across was typical seasonal storage methods that I'm already very familiar with (fluids, cleaning, tender, lift). Is there anything else that you would suggest I do? do you suggest draining all fluids or just ensuring they're topped up? Will the tires hold up when lifted from the ground, or should I remove the wheels entirely?
Brother in law has already told me that he would make sure that it was taken care of, but I'd really like to take the burden off of his shoulders. I've even offered to transfer the bike into his name if the situation arises, however he said no (strange eh?)
I can only hope that my pessimism is falsely based, and it doesn't come to this. But, I need to be prepared for the worst case scenario.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated guys, thank you!
I've searched the forum and all I could come across was typical seasonal storage methods that I'm already very familiar with (fluids, cleaning, tender, lift). Is there anything else that you would suggest I do? do you suggest draining all fluids or just ensuring they're topped up? Will the tires hold up when lifted from the ground, or should I remove the wheels entirely?
Brother in law has already told me that he would make sure that it was taken care of, but I'd really like to take the burden off of his shoulders. I've even offered to transfer the bike into his name if the situation arises, however he said no (strange eh?)
I can only hope that my pessimism is falsely based, and it doesn't come to this. But, I need to be prepared for the worst case scenario.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated guys, thank you!
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Depends to some extent on just how long. Why would you remove the wheels? If the bike is lifted there's no pressure on the tires anyway. But if this is gonna be years, the rubber will age regardless - probably need new tires.
Unless you can vacuum bag it (hermetically seal), draining the fluids allows opportunity for moisture to get in and cause all kinds of damage. Top off the fluids and have your BIL run the bike periodically.
Unless you can vacuum bag it (hermetically seal), draining the fluids allows opportunity for moisture to get in and cause all kinds of damage. Top off the fluids and have your BIL run the bike periodically.
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use sta-bil for the fuel. do not drain any other fluids other than gas. you want the engine internals to stay somewhat wet so id suggest keeping oil in it. and i dont see it hurting if you over fill it (to ensure that engine internals and seals stay nice and lubed). just remember to drain and refill it with fresh oil before you crank it for the first ti€me. and if we are talking multiple months i would mess with a battery tender id just disconnect the termnals or just take the battery out completely and when you get back set it up on a charger for a few hours before first start. just my 2 cents.
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Since all us USA guys run to mexico or canada you should run to the USA. Just kidding, not that easy coming this way, not even with a US military ID. That sucks, so much for taking care of your buddy! Like said above depends on years or months. If it's months change the fluids, fill up with stabil and if you have a good jack get in the air. If it's years change fill up the gas with stabil, change the fluids and let it sit. When you get out get new tires, change fluids again, dump the gas, put fresh gas in and fire her up of course after checking the lines. Although if it's years you might just want to keep it empty and put some rust and water inhibitor in there. Just throwing things out there.
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my lawyer has said that if found guilty, I could be looking at 18-36 months, or 18 and parole. I dont think I would seal it, in case if brother in law or a friend wanted/needed to use it. So overfill fluids, that makes sense. However, the fuel is what concerns me. If I drain it wouldnt that give the inside of the tank more of a chance to rust? however, if I fill it and use a stabilizer, would it last? or should more stabilizer be added?
as for the body, as long as shes clean as a whisle, would I have to worry about rust, or should I use some sort of lubricant or is wax copacetic?
as for the body, as long as shes clean as a whisle, would I have to worry about rust, or should I use some sort of lubricant or is wax copacetic?
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Dang! You must have beat the crap out of that guy. If it's going to be in you brother in laws garage stabil is good for 2 years, so you should be good, then just drain it and re-fill it. If you're going to let your brother in law or friend use if needed anyways, just let them run a tank through every 6 months and put it back with fresh gas and stabil.
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Or had priors...
Good luck with all that. Hope you get a judge who's in a good mood and your lawyer is able to steer you in the right direction.
Good luck with all that. Hope you get a judge who's in a good mood and your lawyer is able to steer you in the right direction.
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