1.26STORAGE
GENERAL
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.
This work should be performed by your local Harley-Davidson
dealer or other qualified technician following Service Manual
procedures.
PLACING IN STORAGE
TOOL NAMEPART NUMBER
STORAGE COVER98716-87A
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)
1. 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.
Avoid spills. Slowly remove filler cap. Do not fill above
bottom of filler neck insert, leaving air space for fuel
expansion. Secure filler cap after refueling. Gasoline is
extremely flammable and highly explosive, which could
result in death or serious injury. (00028a)
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)
2. Prepare your 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.
3. Remove the spark plugs, inject a few squirts of engine oil
into each cylinder and crank the engine 5-6 revolutions.
Reinstall spark plugs.
4. Inspect rear belt deflection. See 1.13 REAR BELT
DEFLECTION.
5. Inspect rear belt and sprockets. See 1.12 REAR BELT
AND SPROCKETS.
6. Inspect air cleaner filter. See 1.7 AIR CLEANER AND
EXHAUST SYSTEM.
7. Lubricate controls. See 1.22 CABLE AND CHASSIS
LUBRICATION.
8. Inspect operation of all electrical equipment and switches.
9. Check tire inflation and inspect tires for wear and/or
damage. See 1.8 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.
Be sure that brake fluid or other lubricants do not contact
brake pads or discs. Such contact can adversely affect
braking ability, which could cause loss of control, resulting
in death or serious injury. (00290a)
10. Wash painted and chrome-plated surfaces. Apply a light
film of oil to exposed unpainted surfaces.
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)
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)
11. Remove battery from vehicle. Charge battery until the
correct voltage is obtained. Charge the battery every other
month if it is stored at temperatures below 60° F (16° C).
Charge battery once a month if it is stored at temperatures
above 60° F (16° C). See 1.17 BATTERY MAINTEN-
ANCE.
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)
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.
REMOVAL FROM STORAGE
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)
1. Charge and install the battery.
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