What to do if your motorcycle has been sitting for a long time?
However, no matter how long a motorcycle has been sitting, these are the first few steps you need to do to get it started. The first thing you’ll need to do is charge or change the battery. Check when the battery’s expiration date is. If it’s close to or long past the expiration date, you’ll simply need to buy a new one.
Who is the owner of a sitting Harley?
Such was the dilemma facing H-D Forums member maxdpower recently. The sport bike enthusiast suddenly found himself the owner of a sitting Harley, and he had a pretty good grasp on what needed to be done. Still, he smartly headed to the forums to make sure his new bike was ready to roll before he turned the key.
What should I do if my Harley Bike wont start?
“Has the engine been started or the crank turned since you took possession of the bike?” asks 2013 FLHTK. “Might want to remove the plugs, spray some fluid (Marvel Mystery Oil), place the bike in fourth gear, and move the rear wheel manually.” “Ain’t that complicated,” adds Notgrownup.
Why do I have problems starting my motorcycle?
A simple choke can help you in starting it. If the problems still follow then check your fuel line. Another reason can be bad quality fuel which I am sure almost all the bikers have faced.
When is it OK to let a motorcycle sit for too long?
However, you should never let your motorcycle sit for longer than a month if it has not been properly stored. After a month of sitting, you can start getting into some big issues we’ve discussed in this article.
How do you start a motorcycle that has been sitting?
To start a motorcycle that has been sitting, you’ll first need to charge/change the battery. Next you’ll need to change the oil, replace the gas, and examine the carburetor and jets to make sure they’re not clogged. After these have been checked, you can attempt to start the motorcycle.
Is it possible to revive a motorcycle that’s been sitting?
Luckily, motorcycles are a lot less complex than cars, so it’s absolutely possible to revive a motorcycle that’s been sitting anywhere between a few months to 20 years. So, how do you start a motorcycle that’s been sitting?
Such was the dilemma facing H-D Forums member maxdpower recently. The sport bike enthusiast suddenly found himself the owner of a sitting Harley, and he had a pretty good grasp on what needed to be done. Still, he smartly headed to the forums to make sure his new bike was ready to roll before he turned the key.