Storage Guide; Storage - Honda XR250 Tornado Owner's Manual

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3. Clean the plastic parts using a cloth or sponge
dampened with a solution of mild detergent and
water. Rub the soiled area gently rinsing it
frequently with fresh water.
Take care to keep brake fluid or chemical solvents
off the motorcycle. They will damage the plastic and
painted surfaces.
4. After cleaning, rinse the motorcycle thoroughly with
plenty of clean water. Strong detergent residue can
corrode alloy parts.
5. Dry the motorcycle, start the engine, and let it run
for several minutes.
6. Test the brakes before riding the motorcycle.
Several applications may be necessary to restore
normal braking performance.
7. Lubricate the drive chain immediately after washing
and drying the motorcycle.
Braking efficiency may be temporarily impaired
immediately after washing the motorcycle. Anticipate
longer stopping distance to avoid a possible accident.
Finishing Touches
After washing your motorcycle, consider using a
commercially-available spray cleaner/polish or quality
liquid or paste wax to finish the job. Use only a
non-abrasive polish or wax made specifically for
motorcycles or automobiles. Apply the polish or wax
according to the instructions on the container.

STORAGE GUIDE

Extended storage, such as for winter, requires that you
take certain steps to reduce the effects of deterioration
from non-use of the motorcycle. In addition, necessary
repairs should be made BEFORE storing the motorcycle;
otherwise, these repairs may be forgotten by the time the
motorcycle is removed from storage.

Storage

1. Change the engine oil and filter.
2. Empty the fuel tank into an approved petrol
container using a commercially available hand
siphon or an equivalent method. Spray the inside of
the tank with an aerosol rust-inhibiting oil.
Reinstall the fuel fill cap on the tank.
If storage will last more than one month, carburetor draining
is very important, to assure proper performance after
storage.
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