x3rolink Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 hey guys, so im moving away for a year, which means i wont be able to ride my beloved fz for a year :'( so far what im doing is: 1. change oil+filter (reaching 8000miles) 2. wash bike 3. top off gas 4. disconnect positive lead on battery 5. buy cover (i have to store it outside -.-) am i missing anything? should i wait on the oil change until after i come back? would i have to flush the gas out afterwards? any advice will be appreciated ^^ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member DewMan Posted August 4, 2017 Premium Member Share Posted August 4, 2017 Put it up on paddock stands so your tires don't get flat spotslink to affordable Venom paddock stands. I use and would recommend them. DewMan Just shut up and ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator mjh937 Posted August 4, 2017 Global Moderator Share Posted August 4, 2017 Fuel stabilizer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhonore Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 Definitely wait on the oil change. Wouldn't it be better to empty the tank and fill it up with clean new gas when you get back? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vroomvroom Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 Stuff rags into pipe, airbox, and any other nooks and crannies critters might be interested in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbone Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 This article pretty much sums up the major points. Note the dirty vs clean oil section. I would make sure you start dumping a good storage fuel stabilizer like Stabil into it for your last few rides to make sure it gets into your FI system. Don't want to gum up injectors, etc. http://www.twistedthrottle.com/blog/how-to-prepare-your-motorcycle-for-long-term-storage/ In addition, I would also do: [ul type=circle][*]Fog the engine (especially if it's going to sit a whole year)[*]Lube required lube points (refer to manual)[*]Find a legit exhaust plug (using rags can actually attract critters)[*]Clean / lube the piss out of the chain [/ul] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
x3rolink Posted August 4, 2017 Author Share Posted August 4, 2017 Dang. You guys are the best. This forum is the best lol. Thanks for the advices!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markstertt Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 There are some companies that sell storage bags for bikes completely enclosed like a giant Ziploc bag, they come with a couple pounds of dessicant (sp?) for moisture control. The ones I've seen are usually in the back of ClassicBike...those Brits need all the help they can get when it comes to dry storage of bikes. If it's of interest to you, I'll get a website for you or you can probably find it on line and ask some questions...Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
x3rolink Posted August 12, 2017 Author Share Posted August 12, 2017 Definitely wait on the oil change. Wouldn't it be better to empty the tank and fill it up with clean new gas when you get back?the reason why id want a full tank of gas is so that the inside of the tank wont rust over time. i'd have to toss the year-old gas afterwards, but as far as i know its the best way to prevent rust... i think;; Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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