storage

It Was in the Barn, Now What?

April 26, 2021 By Mark DiPietro & filed under Harley Tips.

I bought a 2013 FLS with 230 miles a month ago. It had been sitting in a barn for two plus years before being traded to a friend of mine for another bike. When I bought the bike, the lights were all working, but I noticed a couple days later that the rear taillight (directional/break…

Q&A: 1994 Corroded Softail Classic + Evo Videos

January 15, 2021 By Mark DiPietro & filed under Harley Tips.

I have a ’94 FLSTC that was poorly laid up through a series of military moves and has not been ridden since 2010. Lots of exterior corrosion. With it’s age, I don’t think it is worth a professional restoration but would like to work on it myself to see if I can get it running.…

Not Ridden for 18 Months

November 9, 2020 By Mark DiPietro & filed under Harley Tips.

I’ve been a member here for about a month and I just watched Bob talk about storage from a live event. I have been in Australia for a couple of years and my bike has been sitting under cover for about 18 months. I used Stabil and gave it a good clean and wax before…

10 Tips for Storing Your Motorcycle

October 15, 2019 By Dennis Santopietro & filed under Articles on Harley-Davidson How-to and More, Harley Tips.

We’re never ready for riding season to end, but for those of use living in cooler climates, winter storage is a necessary part of each year. We’ve compiled ten tips to help you store your motorcycle safely, and make it easier to get ready to ride in the spring. These tips are also helpful if…

Restarting Harley After Long Term Storage

May 31, 2018 By Mark DiPietro & filed under Harley Tips.

2002 Harley FLSTI…Due to a automobile accident in 2008 I have not been able to touch my bike at all. It has been sitting. Now I want to get it back up and running. I just bought a new battery and all the gas has been drained. My question is before I try and start…

FMH LIVE: November 2017

October 18, 2017 By Editor & filed under FMH Live.

Bob LaRosa reviewed proper storage and all aspects of storage whether it's long term, short term or seasonal. He addressed batteries, fluids and proper protection from the elements for inside or outside storage. He also reviewed possible tire damage due to improper storage and correct re-start up regardless of the length of storage.