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Dhays1775
Posted on Friday, August 27, 2010 - 12:18 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Well, I'm headed over to Afghanistan soon to whoop up on some bad guys again. Sadly, I can't take my bike with me. On a good note, my bike will be stored in a storage unit on a pit bull stand. Some pointers as to what all I should do for about an 8 month storage would be greatly appreciated. Thanks all.
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Froggy
Posted on Friday, August 27, 2010 - 12:32 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Drain the gas, remove the battery.

Hell it doesn't even really need either of that, mine sat for 9 months after a wreck, and still fired up once I charged the battery. The gas and oil was fine.
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Bo_sox
Posted on Friday, August 27, 2010 - 01:13 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Here's what I do for winterization storage, usually 5+ months:
Fresh oil & filter change
Full tank of fuel w/fuel stabilizer (to cut down on condensation in the tank & keep the gas fresh)
Pull the battery and put it on a tender
Put it on stands, front & rear
Detail the exterior and give the plastics a light wax
Toss a bike cover on it and... wait for spring!
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Gunut75
Posted on Friday, August 27, 2010 - 06:30 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Yup, new oil, a full tank, and a scrub, and yer good to go. Thank you for your service.
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Gentleman_jon
Posted on Friday, August 27, 2010 - 11:14 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Just wondering why you would pull the battery instead of just attaching the Battery Tender while it was still in the bike?
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Froggy
Posted on Friday, August 27, 2010 - 11:32 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Battery tender is useless if the storage place has no power outlet.
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Dhays1775
Posted on Friday, August 27, 2010 - 02:19 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

No power outlets. No biggie though. As for serving, I do it. Because we can either fight them there or we can fight them here. Just glad to serve. Makes me feel a little more free when I'm out soaking up the miles and ripping up the curves. I think she'll be alright while I'm gone. Should I let some of the pressure outta the tires so they don't dry rot?
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Rah7777777
Posted on Friday, August 27, 2010 - 07:25 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Air in the tires will make no difference. Just leave her on the stands.

I second that vote.. Thank you for having the balls to do what you do!!!
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Sifo
Posted on Friday, August 27, 2010 - 08:33 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

+1 on just top off the tank to prevent condensation. Change oil & filter. At least disconnect the battery ground. There is some drain from the clock etc. Battery could stay in the bike if you like.

Thanks for your service. Godspeed!
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Dhays1775
Posted on Friday, August 27, 2010 - 09:58 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

thanks guys, i appreciate the support more than you know. i'm hoping to find an 1125cr to add to the stable once i get back. then i can teach my girl how to ride the 12r. i'll give some updates from time to time from the dirt. again, thanks to everyone.
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Greg_e
Posted on Friday, August 27, 2010 - 10:07 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

If you think it might be more than an 8 month rotation, you should consider getting some cylinder fogger to prevent rust inside. Make sure the tires have correct pressure. Disconnecting the battery might be enough to keep it charged if the temperature is warm enough. And since it is likely that at least one valve might be open, you might consider putting a cap over the exhaust (plastic bag and rubber bands) and maybe the same over the throttle body.
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Brightbuell
Posted on Friday, August 27, 2010 - 10:35 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Bo_sox has it right. also you can used armor all to give it a protective coating for storage.
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