Beating Old Man Winter: Long Term Motorcycle Storage Tips
Winter in the northern hemisphere doesn't officially begin until December 22, but for many of us it's already too cold to ride.
I'm still riding here in sunny southern California, but if you're not among those lucky enough to enjoy year-round motorcycling you'll want to take proper care of your bike until spring rolls around: that means proper motorcycle winter storage, which we've encapsulated in our step-by-step motorcycle winter storage tips.
Depending on how long your bike will be in storage, you'll want to read up on various ways to avoid letting moisture and inactivity take its toll on your two-wheeled transportation. And if you're still riding, check out our motorcycle oil change, tire maintenance, and chain maintenance step-by-step articles.
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To see the tips, click on the picture. To see the picture, click on the link to the tips. What’s up with that?
Whoops… found the mixup. Image and text now link to the article. Thanks for the heads up!
Basem
Very simple…works every year…it’s never failed me.
1 – Fill the tank to the brim (leave no room for air, thus condensation)
2 – Add Fuel Stabilizer
3 – Shut the fuel off and run it till it quits
4 – Change the oil
5 – WD40 everthing that moves
6 – Stands
7 – Take the battery out and take it inside (Room temp)
8 – Cover it
9 – Come Spring … Charge the battery and it will start just fine.