Storage Precaution - Royal Enfield Continental GT Owner's Manual

Storage Precautions
Incase your Motorcycle is not going to be used for
a m on th or mor e, w e advise th e following
precautions to be taken
Carryout required repair/adjustments on the
motorcycle.
Wash the motorcycle thoroughly and lubricate
as per the maintenance chart.
Start the engine, warm up for a few minutes
and switch off.
Drain out the fuel completely from the fuel tank
and fuel lines.
Remove the spark plug. Pour in about 20ml of
clean engine oil through spark plug hole. Close
the hole and crank engine few times and refit
the sparkplug.
Clean the rear chain thoroughly and apply
lubrication oil on it.
Remov e battery from t he bik e. C lean its
terminals and apply petroleum jelly on the
terminals to avoid corrosion.
Maintain electrolyte level between max and
min marks, by adding distilled water and wipe
the battery dry.
St ore the bat tery in a cool, dry and well
ventilated place.
Do not place the battery in direct sun light, near
open flame or where temperature is above
40°C or below 0°C
Cover the silencer with plastic bags to prevent
moisture entry. Set the motorcycle on its center
stand.
Apply anti rust solution on all chrome plated
parts. Take care not to apply this solution on
rubber or painted parts.
Store motorcycle in a clean covered area free
of moisture and keep it covered to prevent dust
settling on it.
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