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Storing me Cycle any sugestions ?
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06-20-2014, 08:37 PM
Interesting. Never heard that one before. Unless both wheels were off the ground you'd think that would cause flat spots on the tires.
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06-21-2014, 06:45 AM
CIP is saying get both wheels off the ground.
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06-21-2014, 08:42 AM
(06-21-2014, 06:45 AM)Cormanus_imp Wrote: CIP is saying get both wheels off the ground.

Precisely.
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06-21-2014, 10:25 PM
(06-20-2014, 12:26 PM)The ferret_imp Wrote: Why reduce tire pressure?
Sorry for not getting back quicker,
But getting the weight off the tires will prevent a flat spot from forming, and by reducing the air pressure from the tire, you can lessen the burden on the rubber and minimize degradation and cracking.
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06-21-2014, 11:37 PM
I've heard of getting the weight off of the wheels, just never heard of reducing the pressure before. That's a new one for me. Good to know.
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06-22-2014, 12:10 AM
Makes sense though. In a few car museums I've notices they raise the car on stands so the tires are just a hair off the floor but provide the illusion it is on the ground like normal. Now I know why.


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06-22-2014, 08:22 AM
SeaFoam vs. draining and removing the tank seems to be popular. Disconnecting the negative battery cable is also a typical recommendation. I have no direct experience as we ride year-round here.
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06-22-2014, 12:37 PM
If long storage, remove the battery!


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