Bikes In Winter Storage
Greetings. Many of us have our bikes in storage for the winter. Winter storage is always good topic for discussion. Every rider seems to have their own preference on how they store their motorcycles for the cold season. I’ve received much advice on preparing the motorcycle for winter storage. The basic ritual I have is to top off the fuel tank to prevent condensation in the tank. I use fuel stabilizer to preserve the fuel for extended storage. Plus it gives me an excuse to take the bike for a long ride in the spring to burn out all the old fuel. I connect the battery to the trickle charger sold at most motorcycle shops. This helps preserve the battery for winter storage. I do not start my motorcycle during the winter. I figure the oil drips to the bottom of the engine and I do not want to keep starting the engine with dry pistons. I use a wooden platform to keep the tires off the concrete. They tend to hold the air pressure better on the wood. Even so, we all should be checking the