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Old May 13, 2023 | 02:58 PM
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Good Day, coming here to pick your brain. My 2011 Ultra with a 124ci S&S crate engine has been laid up for over two years due to Health issues. I am now feeling better and ready to ride.

I haven't started the bike the whole time and I'm thinking I should remove the plugs and put something down into the cylinders and rotate the engine by hand several times to get some lubrication before I hit the starter.

What are your thoughts on this ? What product should I use to lubricate prior to hitting the starter ?

Thanks in advance !
 
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Old May 13, 2023 | 03:06 PM
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I would put a few drops of oil in each cylinder. I would also put the spark plugs back in, leave off the spark plug wires and hit the starter for a few revolutions.

Glad you’re feeling better!
 
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If you have manual compression releases, don't forget those either, before cranking!!
 
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