A. We strongly suggest that you change your engine oil and filter at least once a year. The combustion process leaves acids and carbon in the oil that can eat away at your engine parts, seals and gaskets.

Add the appropriate amount of fuel stabilizer for your size tank and fill your fuel tank with good 91 octane or higher gasoline.

If you have heated storage, you can leave your battery in your bike and simply connect a battery tender to it to keep it charged. If you do not have heated storage, remove the battery from the bike and keep it indoors to prevent it from freezing.

Check your tire pressure and make sure they are properly inflated. Soft tires develop flat spots easier when sitting for months at a time, so proper pressure can help prevent this.

Give your bike a thorough cleaning. Wash off all of the road dirt, wipe it dry with a chamois and give it a good coat of wax.

Finally, keep your bike covered with an indoor breathable cycle cover. The breathability is necessary so moisture does not accumulate under the cover and allow corrosion to begin. Do not use plastic sheets or tarps as this holds in the moisture.