Storage - Yamaha TRICKER XG250 Owner's Manual

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
WARNING
G Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires. If
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necessary, clean the brake
discs and brake linings with a
regular brake disc cleaner or ac-
2
etone, and wash the tires with
warm water and a mild deter-
3
gent.
G
Before operating the motorcy-
4
cle test its braking performance
and cornering behavior.
5
CAUTION:
G
Apply spray oil and wax spar-
6
ingly and make sure to wipe off
any excess.
7
G
Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber and plastic parts, but
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treat them with a suitable care
product.
G
Avoid using abrasive polishing
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compounds as they will wear
away the paint.
NOTE:
Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on
what products to use.
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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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Long-term
Before storing your motorcycle for sev-
eral months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
2. For motorcycles equipped with a
3. Drain the carburetor float chamber
7-3
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.
"Care" section of this chapter.
fuel cock that has an "OFF" posi-
tion: Turn the fuel cock lever to
"OFF".
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