Storage - Yamaha Virago XV250P Owner's Manual

7. Clean the seat with a vinyl upholstery
cleaner to keep the cover pliable and
glossy.
8. Automotive type wax may be applied to
all painted and chrome-plated surfaces.
Avoid combination cleaner-waxes. Many
contain abrasives which may mar the
paint or protective finish. When finished,
start the engine and let it idle for several
minutes.
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B. STORAGE
Long term storage (60 days or more) of your
motorcycle will require some preventive pro-
cedures to guard against deterioration. After
thoroughly cleaning the motorcycle, prepare
for storage as follows:
1. Drain the fuel tank, fuel lines and carbu-
retor float bowls.
2. Remove the empty fuel tank, pour a cup
of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil in the
tank, shake the tank to coat the inner sur-
faces thoroughly and drain off the excess
oil. Reinstall the tank.
3. Remove each spark plug, pour about one
tablespoon of SAE 10W30 or 20W40
motor oil in each spark plug hole and re-
install the spark plugs. Turn the engine
over several times (ground spark plug
leads) to coat the cylinder walls with oil.
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WARNING
When using the starter motor to crank the
engine, remove the spark plug wires, and
ground them to prevent sparking.
4. Clean the chain and lubricate it (refer to
"Drive chain lubrication").
5. Lubricate all control cables.
6. Block up the frame to raise both wheels
off the ground.
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