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Winterizing Tips Needed

Old Nov 10, 2010 | 04:53 PM
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Originally Posted by rmatt34
And for God's sake , don't forget to kiss it goodnight !!!


In all seriousness,

CHANGE YOUR OIL... YES, WHEN YOU PUT IS AWAY NOT WHEN YOU START IT AGAIN IN THE SPRING...(well, unless you do both.)

But why would I do that ?

I'm glad you asked...

used oil is actually acidic and corrosive ...! so don't let it sit in your bike all winter..
What about if I changed the oil about 1,000 miles ago? Change it still?
 
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Old Nov 10, 2010 | 06:08 PM
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I have also heard of guys covering the bike and hangin a 40 or 60 watt bulb under the bike to keep the condensation at bay. Not sure this works but I have heard that. I keep mine in a cold garage plugged into the battery tender and I ride it as much as I can and never had any trouble with my bikes.
 
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Old Nov 10, 2010 | 07:04 PM
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Only thing I ever do is clean off all the bug juice with Honda Spray Cleaner, check tire pressure, Stabil in the tank (run for a few minutes or take a short ride), plug in battery tender and wait for spring.
 
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Old Nov 10, 2010 | 11:57 PM
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Wash & wax, battery tender, full tank of gas w/stabil, breathable cover. Check with your dealer cause most are having seminars on storing your bike for the winter.
 
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Old Nov 11, 2010 | 02:23 AM
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I wouldn't bother with the oil. Its not like its sitting for for eternity. Oil maybe acidic but its not going do anything by just sitting there.
 
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Old Nov 11, 2010 | 07:13 PM
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+1 keep riding!
 
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