While in some areas of the country, it remains warm enough to ride a motorcycle everywhere, in Altoona, PA, by the time you read this, it will already have dropped to the twenties at least one night of the week. It’s time to prepare a motorcycle for winter storage and switch to the bus or Uber.
Proper maintenance and storage help the bike operate safely, which can reduce the number of accidents and, thus, claims filed. Today’s blog from H. Dean Allison Insurance covers the most important maintenance you can perform on your motorbike.
Planning Your Bike Storage
Decide where you’ll park your motorcycle for winter. It needs to go indoors in a garage environment. Purchase a motorcycle stand for the bike to help it maintain its proper stance while parked over winter.
Cleaning the Bike before Storing It
Wash, dry, and detail the motorcycle before storage. After the bike dries, a wax or sealant coating can help protect its finish. Place a cover over the bike to keep dust off it.
Throughout the Winter
At least once per month, start the motorcycle and let it warm up. Ignore the websites that tell you to remove the battery. That’s not necessary. Instead, connect it to a trickle charger that controls battery charging so it can’t overcharge or undercharge.
Fill the Fuel Tank
Fill the gas tank with high-grade fuel. Add a fuel stabilizer.
Contact Us Today
Call or email H. Dean Allison Insurance for a motorcycle insurance review before you store your bike for winter in Altoona, PA. Let us help you properly insure it before your next spring ride.
