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11-19-2015, 03:09 PM | #1 |
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Winter Prep
I was just wondering what all the northern guys do to their bikes while waiting for spring to arrive. While I never really store my bike for good, once the 30's hit up here in Mass I am done riding. I usually fill the tank and add some ethanol/stabile treatment. Place the tires on carpet pieces and cover her up. Always looking for tips and suggestions. She does get started up every week or so while hibernating
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11-19-2015, 03:34 PM | #2 |
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In addition to what you are doing is put a battery charger automatic type and don't start it unless you are going to ride it.
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11-19-2015, 06:54 PM | #3 |
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X2, get yourself a battery tender.
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11-19-2015, 07:54 PM | #4 |
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I used to take the battery off and put it in the basement and charge it once a month.
I put the bike in a shed and never saw the bike from October to April. Three feet of snow gets hard to move. |
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11-19-2015, 09:15 PM | #5 |
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Thanks guys
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11-19-2015, 09:15 PM | #6 |
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A smart charger is a must, along with gas stabilizer.
I don't change the oil till spring though some people like to change it before putting the bike away for the winter. I never start the bike till spring once it is on life support. What is the carpet for? I park all 3 of my bikes on the cement garage floor, no problems so far.
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Along with the things mentioned, I always fogged the cylinders. If the storage area was humid I'd put some penetrating oil on a soft cloth and wipe down any metal where corrosion is present. I also dropped the air pressure in each tire. I'm glad those days are gone and I can just ride instead.
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I don't do too much other than put the battery on charge a couple times throughout the winter, try to leave it with a full tank of gas, and usually change the oil, but not every year.
If we have as warm a winter as they are saying we may have I'll possibly take the bike out for a run on the really nice days. It would be neat to try and ride it at least once each month of the year if the weather allows it. I got on it 11 of the 12 months the first year I had the bike.
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11-20-2015, 04:51 AM | #9 |
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My 1st year having a bike survive until winter.:)
Will place a battery tender on, tank is full of stabilized gas and covered. Hoping for fair weather too like ringadingh and get out for a ride during the winter months.
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11-20-2015, 12:10 PM | #10 |
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I have always placed tires on carpet. Call me crazy but it always seemed to help with flat spots. I am probably wrong, but no harm none the less. I too also like to take it for a spin if the road is clear and free of sand which my town is great for using in the winter months. Battery tender I agree is a great thing to have. Good advice.
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I was just curious. I have heard it is not good to park for extended periods on cement. I also heard some guys drive the bikes up on wood.
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11-20-2015, 06:56 PM | #12 |
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Here's your winter prep...move to a warm climate!
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11-20-2015, 10:30 PM | #13 |
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Hey Mister I rode 25 miles this season
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11-22-2015, 08:41 AM | #14 |
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That was a low blow, Tim. You should know it wasn't by choice.
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Quote:
I do know the reason but just couldn't help myself. (if we had an embarrassed emoticon I would put it here.)
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