Need Some Advice
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Cruiser
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From: NH
Need Some Advice
So I picked up a '16 FLHXS a few months ago, however I have no garage here. No basement access for a bike due to a tradition bulkhead setup.
My folks live 1/2 hour away, I have been leaving it there and just driving over and taking it out on the weekend when I have a chance. This however is growing old, as I expected.
I'm reluctant to purchase an enclosed framed tarp structure due condensation. Am I being too finicky? Would you put it in a tarp tent?
I hate to purchase a shed for a few grand, but that has been a thought.
Lastly, I can just leave it at my folks.
Is there a way to keep this thing in a tarp structure without it taking a hit from the temp swings?
My folks live 1/2 hour away, I have been leaving it there and just driving over and taking it out on the weekend when I have a chance. This however is growing old, as I expected.
I'm reluctant to purchase an enclosed framed tarp structure due condensation. Am I being too finicky? Would you put it in a tarp tent?
I hate to purchase a shed for a few grand, but that has been a thought.
Lastly, I can just leave it at my folks.
Is there a way to keep this thing in a tarp structure without it taking a hit from the temp swings?
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I have a 1 car detached garage I store my bike in. Along with all the lawn equipment and any tools and oils for the bike. Its just a little larger than a shed. I have had no issues at all. I store it at the dealer over the winter
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The temperature swings will cause moisture to collect in the crankcase in the form of condensation. Probably a good idea to drop the oil in the Spring before riding. I do that anyway and I have a semi-heated garage. However, you should bring the battery inside and keep a trickle charger (battery tender) hooked up over the winter.
As for the fuel there are two trains of thought:
1- Fill the tanks to the top and add a fuel stabilizer.
2- Run the tanks dry and store empty.
My marina always wanted the boats stored full until this year. Now they want them empty.
As for the fuel there are two trains of thought:
1- Fill the tanks to the top and add a fuel stabilizer.
2- Run the tanks dry and store empty.
My marina always wanted the boats stored full until this year. Now they want them empty.
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Look into the plastic type sheds at Home Depot. I had a Rubbermaid one when I lived in Portland, Or. I used it for all my lawn equipment. It has vents to breathe, and I never had a condensation problem. It held up well to all the elements.
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Do NOT park your motorcycle (car or truck) on grass or soil for prolonged periods of time!
Parking on concrete or asphalt will help protect it from rusting.
Any building is better than no building provided that it is vented.
If you decide to go with an enclosed trailer to store your bike in, do yourself a favor and jack the trailer up, remove the wheels and tires, and place them sinsode the trailer and then lower your trailer onto blocks.
You may also want to purchase a tongue padlock.
If you do not do the above, you may be providing a thief with the means to simply hook up and drive off with your trailer and your bike!
Before winter storage, wash and wax the painted surfaces and chrome on your bike.
Remove the battery or purchase a battery tender.
I'd also recommend that you purchase a box of moth ***** and a couple of the little black, plastic mouse to place inside your trailer/shed just in case.
Parking on concrete or asphalt will help protect it from rusting.
Any building is better than no building provided that it is vented.
If you decide to go with an enclosed trailer to store your bike in, do yourself a favor and jack the trailer up, remove the wheels and tires, and place them sinsode the trailer and then lower your trailer onto blocks.
You may also want to purchase a tongue padlock.
If you do not do the above, you may be providing a thief with the means to simply hook up and drive off with your trailer and your bike!
Before winter storage, wash and wax the painted surfaces and chrome on your bike.
Remove the battery or purchase a battery tender.
I'd also recommend that you purchase a box of moth ***** and a couple of the little black, plastic mouse to place inside your trailer/shed just in case.