Yamaha 2001 V Star XVS1100AN Owner's Manual page 91

CAUTION:
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Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly and make sure to wipe off
any excess.
Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber and plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitable care
product.
Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wear
away the paint.
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NOTE:
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Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on
what products to use.
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
ECA00013 Storage
Short-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover.
CAUTION:
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Storing the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilated room or cover-
ing it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water and humid-
ity to seep in and cause rust.
To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.
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Long-term
Before storing your motorcycle for
several months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
2. For motorcycles equipped with a
ECA00014
3. Drain the carburetor float cham-
4. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
5. Perform the following steps to pro-
a. Remove the spark plug caps and
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil
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"Care" section of this chapter.
fuel cock that has an "OFF" posi-
tion: Turn the fuel cock lever to
"OFF".
bers by loosening the drain bolts;
this will prevent fuel deposits from
building up. Pour the drained fuel
into the fuel tank.
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
tect the cylinders, piston rings, etc.
from corrosion.
spark plugs.
into each spark plug bore.
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