12-10-2014, 08:05 AM
Tank should be filled to 95% or greater while stored to reduce the chance of condensation forming inside. Gas stabilizer is a must for storage as short as 3 weeks. Modern fuels start turning to varnish in as little as 3 or 4 weeks.
Just starting a bike for a couple of minutes every few weeks while in storage does little good other than reassure you that it will start. Now, I'm talking about 'in storage' and running it 'for a few minutes', as opposed to taking it out for a normal, 'real ride' every couple of weeks which is much better.
Just starting a bike for a couple of minutes every few weeks while in storage does little good other than reassure you that it will start. Now, I'm talking about 'in storage' and running it 'for a few minutes', as opposed to taking it out for a normal, 'real ride' every couple of weeks which is much better.