Storing Your Vehicle

If you won't be riding for an extended period, follow these guidelines:

Wash your vehicle.

Drain the coolant.

Lubricate the drive chain.

Place your vehicle on an optional workstand or equivalent to raise both tyres off the ground.

Relieve the fuel pressure and drain the fuel from the fuel tank into an approved petrol container.

Remove the battery () to prevent discharge. Fully charge the battery and then place it in a shaded, well-ventilated area.

If you leave the battery in place, disconnect the negative ⊝ terminal to prevent discharge.

Stuff a rag into the muffler outlet. Then, tie a plastic bag over the end of the muffler to prevent moisture from entering.

Store your vehicle in an unheated area, free of dampness, away from sunlight, with a minimum of daily temperature variation.

Cover your vehicle with a porous material. Avoid using plastic or similar non-breathing, coated materials that restrict air flow and allow heat and moisture to accumulate.

To remove your vehicle from storage, follow these guidelines:

Uncover and clean your vehicle.

Change the engine oil if more than 4 months have passed since the start of storage.

Uncover the end of the muffler and remove the rag from the muffler outlet.

Fill the fuel tank with the recommended fuel.

Charge the battery as required.

Install the battery.

Pour a fresh recommended coolant mixture slowly into the radiator fill hole up to the filler neck.

Increase the fuel pressure.

Perform all maintenance checks.

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