If you won’t be riding for an extended period,
such as during the winter, thoroughly inspect
your Honda and correct any problem before
storing it. That way, needed repairs won’t be
forgotten and it will be easier to get your CR
running again.
To reduce or prevent deterioration that can occur
during storage, also follow the following
procedures.
Preparation for Storage
1. Completely clean all parts of your CR. If
your CR has been exposed to sea air or salt
water, wash it down with fresh water and
wipe dry.
2. Replace the transmission oil (page 37).
3. Drain the fuel tank and carburetor into an
approved gasoline container.
Turn the fuel valve OFF and remove the
carburetor drain plug. Drain gasoline into an
approved container. Reinstall the drain plug.
4. Remove the radiator cap and coolant drain bolt
(1) at the water pump (2) to drain coolant.
After the coolant has been completely
drained, ensure that the drain bolt sealing
washer is in good condition and reinstall the
drain bolt and radiator cap.
(1) drain bolt (2) water pump
5. Lubricate the drive chain.
6. Remove the spark plug and pour a
tablespoon (0.51 - 0.68 US oz; 15 - 20 cm
3
)
of clean engine oil into the cylinder. With
the spark plug grounded or the engine stop
button pressed in, crank the engine several
times to distribute the oil, then reinstall the
spark plug.
7. Inflate the tires to their recommended
pressures.
8. Place your CR on the optional workstand or
equivalent to raise both tires off the ground.
9. Stuff a rag into the silencer outlet. Then tie a
plastic bag over the end of the silencer to
prevent moisture from entering.
10. Store your CR in an unheated area, free of
dampness, away from sunlight, with a
minimum of daily temperature variation.
11. Cover your CR with a porous material.
Avoid using plastic or similar non-breathing,
coated materials that restrict air flow and
allow heat and moisture to accumulate.
Removal from Storage
1. Uncover and clean your CR.
Change the transmission oil if more than 4
months have passed since the start of storage.
2. Uncover the end of the silencer and remove
the rag from the silencer outlet.
3. Fill the fuel tank with pre-mixed fuel
(page 34).
4. Pour a fresh recommended coolant mixture
(page 38) slowly into the radiator filler hole
up to the filler neck.
Capacity:
1.06 US qt (1.00 x)
at disassembly
0.98 US qt (0.93 x)
at draining
Lean your CR slightly right and left several
times to bleed trapped air in the cooling
system.
If the coolant level lowers, add coolant and
repeat the above procedure.
Install the radiator cap securely.
5. Perform all maintenance checks (page 9).
Tips 113Tips 113
Storing Your Honda
WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and
explosive. You can be burned or
seriously injured when handling fuel.
• Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks
and flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
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