Honda XL700V Owner's Manual page 158

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4. To prevent rusting in the cylinders,
perform the following:
• Remove the spark plug caps from
the spark plugs. Using tape or string ,
secure the caps to any convenient
plastic body part so that they are
positioned away from the spark
plugs.
• Remove the spark plugs from the
engine. Do not connect the spark
plugs to the spark plug caps.
• Pour a tablespoon (15-20 cm
3
)
of
clean engine oil into each cylinder
and cover the spark plug holes with
a piece of cloth .
• Crank the engine several times to
distribute the oil.
• Reinstall the spark plugs and spark
plug caps.
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5. Remove the battery. Store in an area
protected from freezing temperatures
and direct sunlight.
Slow charge the battery once a month.
6. Wash and dry the motorcycle. Wax all
painted surfaces. Coat chrome with
rustinhibiting oil.
7. Lubricate the drive chain (page 118).
8. Inflate the tyres to their recommended
pressures. Place the motorcycle on
blocks to raise both tyres off the ground.
9. Cover the motorcycle (don 't use plastic
or other coated materials) and store in
an unheated area, free of dampness
with a minimum of daily temperature
variation.
Do not store the motorcycle in direct
sunlight.