What else would you do ???
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What else would you do ???
Just dropped off my 2007 FLHTC with 32,000 miles to have the oil changed in all three holes and will add Sta-Bil to the gas when I bring it home in preparation for winter storage. The question that I have is ,with this amount of miles what else would you have checked out or done while it is in for service to assure its ready to roll a road trip when warm weather arrives ???
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flush brake fluid, look at the pads and rotors.
tires ok?
lube neck bearings ( how long since you had a full 10K service performed ?)
Mike
tires ok?
lube neck bearings ( how long since you had a full 10K service performed ?)
Mike
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If you are at the dealer, pick up or order a service manual.
Do a good soap and water wash now. Over the winter spend some time cleaning the bike, one part at a time. You may be amazed at the little things you notice (loose fasteners, maybe a little corrosion etc.).
Do a good soap and water wash now. Over the winter spend some time cleaning the bike, one part at a time. You may be amazed at the little things you notice (loose fasteners, maybe a little corrosion etc.).
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I like this quote. The service manual will at least give you some ideas. I ride year around and don't really winterize the bikes. It is a super idea for a battery tender of some sort, as long as it has float capability.
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A thorough wash and dry, maybe give her a coat of wax.
I always clean the bike real good first, then I use Rustoleum Clearcoat spray on the underside of the frame, giving a heavy coat to areas with chips, etc. Also look inside the fenders, inside the swingarm etc, and give any chips or scratches a quick spray.
In the end, I spray the entire undercarriage, and this acts like a sacrificial / protective coating until next year. Keeps the bike lookin' like new, and keeps any rust at bay.
Truth is: I ride year 'round, even here in Northern Illinois, but to keep the winter street salt at bay, I do the above every November. To each hizzone of course, but to me, stowing the bike away for the "wnter" robs you of 2-3 months of great riding. There are tons of warm weather gear, and as long as the streets are plowed and dry... I say go for it.
For what it's worth: Honestly the only bikes I ever see out in Illinois December / January / February are Harley Davidsons. Either they are great bikes... or we're nuts!
Bob
I always clean the bike real good first, then I use Rustoleum Clearcoat spray on the underside of the frame, giving a heavy coat to areas with chips, etc. Also look inside the fenders, inside the swingarm etc, and give any chips or scratches a quick spray.
In the end, I spray the entire undercarriage, and this acts like a sacrificial / protective coating until next year. Keeps the bike lookin' like new, and keeps any rust at bay.
Truth is: I ride year 'round, even here in Northern Illinois, but to keep the winter street salt at bay, I do the above every November. To each hizzone of course, but to me, stowing the bike away for the "wnter" robs you of 2-3 months of great riding. There are tons of warm weather gear, and as long as the streets are plowed and dry... I say go for it.
For what it's worth: Honestly the only bikes I ever see out in Illinois December / January / February are Harley Davidsons. Either they are great bikes... or we're nuts!
Bob
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