Storing Your Motorcycle - Honda NM4 2018 Owner's Manual

Storing Your Motorcycle

If you store your motorcycle outdoors, you
should consider using a full-body motorcycle
cover.
If you won't be riding for an extended period,
follow these guidelines:
Wash your motorcycle and wax all painted
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surfaces (except matte painted surfaces).
Coat chrome pieces with rust-inhibiting oil.
Lubricate the drive chain.
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Place your motorcycle on a maintenance
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stand and position a block so that both tires
are off the ground.
After rain, remove the body cover and allow
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the motorcycle to dry.
Remove the battery (
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discharge. Charge the battery in a shaded,
well-ventilated area.
If you leave the battery in place,
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disconnect the negative - terminal to
prevent discharge.
P. 69
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P. 76) to prevent
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After removing your motorcycle from storage,
inspect all maintenance items required by the
Maintenance Schedule.
For more information about storage, refer to
the Honda Winter Storage Guide, available from
your dealer.
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