Honda FJ500 Owner's Manual page 66

3.Pull the starter grip until resistance is felt. Continue pulling until the
notch on the starter pulley aligns with the hole on the recoil starter.
At this point, the intake and exhaust valves are closed, and this will
help to the engine from internal corrosion.
4.Change engine oil.
5.Cover tiller with plastic sheet.
Do not place the tiller with the handlebars on the ground. It will cause
the oil to enter the cylinder or fuel will spill over.
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