HOME 1.29 STORAGE GENERAL 8. Inspect operation of all electrical equipment and switches. If the motorcycle will not be operated for several months, such as during the winter season, there are several things which should be done to protect parts against corrosion, to preserve the battery and to prevent the buildup of gum and varnish in the fuel system. 9. Check tire inflation and inspect tires for wear and/or damage. See 1.13 TIRES AND WHEELS . If the motorcycle will be stored for an extended period of time, securely support the motorcycle under the frame so that all weight is off the tires. This work should be performed following Service Manual pro- cedures. 10.
Wash painted and chrome-plated surfaces. Apply a light film of oil to exposed unpainted surfaces. PLACING IN STORAGE TOOL NAME PART NUMBER STORAGE COVER 98716-87A Unplug or turn OFF battery charger before connecting charger cables to battery. Connecting cables with charger ON can cause a spark and battery explosion, which could result in death or serious injury. (00066a) Do not store motorcycle with gasoline in tank within the home or garage where open flames, pilot lights, sparks or electric motors are present. Gasoline is extremely flam- mable and highly explosive, which could result in death or serious injury.
(00003a) Explosive hydrogen gas, which escapes during charging, could cause death or serious injury. Charge battery in a well-ventilated area. Keep open flames, electrical sparks and smoking materials away from battery at all times. KEEP BATTERIES AWAY FROM CHILDREN. (00065a) Avoid spills. Slowly remove filler cap. Do not fill above 11. Remove battery from vehicle. Charge battery until the Use care when refueling. Pressurized air in fuel tank can force gasoline to escape through filler tube. Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive, which could result in death or serious injury. (00029a) Unplug or turn OFF battery charger before disconnecting charger cables from battery.
Disconnecting clamps with charger ON can cause a spark and battery explosion, which could result in death or serious injury. (00067a) 1. Prepare the fuel system by filling fuel tank and adding a gasoline stabilizer. Use one of the commercially available gasoline stabilizers following the manufacturer's instruc- tions. 12. If the motorcycle is to be covered, use a material that will breathe, such as STORAGE COVER (Part No. 98716- 87A) or light canvas. Plastic materials that do not breathe promote the formation of condensation, which leads to corrosion. 2. Run motorcycle until engine is at normal operating temper- ature.
Stop the engine then drain the oil pan, install a new oil filter, and fill oil pan with the proper grade oil. Check the transmission lubricant level. REMOVAL FROM STORAGE 3. Remove the spark plugs, inject a few squirts of engine oil into each cylinder and crank the engine 5-6 revolutions. Install spark plugs. The clutch failing to disengage can cause loss of control, which could result in death or serious injury. Prior to starting after extended periods of storage, place transmis- sion in gear and push vehicle back and forth several times to assure proper clutch disengagement. (00075a) 4. Inspect rear belt deflection. See 1.16 REAR BELT DEFLECTION . 5. 6. 7.
bottom of filler neck insert, leaving air space f expansion. Secure filler cap after refueling. Gaso extremely flammable and highly explosive, which result in death or serious injury. (00028a) correct voltage is obtained. Charge the battery every other or fuel month if it is stored at temperatures below 16° C (60° F). line is Charge battery once a month if it is stored at temperatures could above 16° C (60° F). See 1.9 BATTERY MAINTENANCE. Inspect rear belt and s AND SPROCKETS. Inspect air cleaner filt EXHAUST SYSTEM. Lubricate controls. See INSPECTION. 2009 VRSC Service: 1. Charge and install the battery prockets. See 1.17 REAR BELT 2. Remove and inspect the spa sary. er.
See 1.5 AIR CLEANER AND 3. Clean the air cleaner element 1.23 CABLE, LINE AND FRAME 4. If fuel tank was drained, fill fu Maintenance