Triumph Street Triple R Owner's Handbook Manual page 200

CLEANING AND STORAGE
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Set the motorcycle on a stand so
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that both wheels are raised off the
ground. (If this cannot be done, put
boards under the front and rear
wheels to keep dampness away
from the tires).
Spray rust inhibiting oil (there are
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numerous products on the market
and your dealer will be able to offer
you local advice) on all unpainted
metal surfaces to prevent rusting.
Prevent oil from getting on rubber
parts, brake discs or in the brake
calipers.
Lubricate and if necessary adjust
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the drive chain (see page 151).
Make sure
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is filled with a 50% mixture of
coolant (noting that D2053 coolant,
as supplied by Triumph, is pre-
mixed and requires no dilution)
and distilled water solution (see
page 145).
Remove the battery, and store it
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where it will not be exposed to
direct sunlight, moisture, or freezing
temperatures.
should be given a slow charge (one
Ampere or less) about once every
two weeks (see page 183).
Store the motorcycle in a cool,
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dry area, away from sunlight, and
with a minimum daily temperature
variation.
Put a suitable porous cover over the
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motorcycle to keep dust and dirt
from collecting on it. Avoid using
plastic or similar non-breathable,
coated materials that restrict air
flow and allow heat and moisture to
accumulate.
the cooling system
During storage
Preparation after Storage
To prepare the motorcycle to be ridden
after storage, do the following:
Install the battery (if removed) (see
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page 184).
If the motorcycle has been stored
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for more than four months, change
the engine oil (see page 142).
Check all the points listed in the
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Daily Safety Checks section.
Before starting the engine, remove
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the spark plugs from each cylinder.
Put the side stand down.
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Crank the engine on the starter
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motor several times.
Reinstall the spark plugs, tightening
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to 9 lbf ft (9 lbf ft (12 Nm), and start
the engine).
Check and if necessary correct the
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tire pressures (see the relevant
Specification section).
Clean the entire vehicle thoroughly.
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Check the
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operation.
it
Test ride the motorcycle at low
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speeds.
brakes for correct