Topic: Well, an all around thank you

[VTCBike750]

I just wanted to thank everyone who has helped me over the last year.

I got my bike last year having never really worked on a bike. I ended up rebuilding a lot more than I thought was possible, ran into a heap of setbacks and dilemas, and you guys all helped me work through them all. Thought the bike was cursed, but apparently got rid of all the gremlins.

This summer I put almost 1200 miles on my bike, and last night I emptied the gas tank and put her away for the winter.

To everyone here who has helped me and this forum, THANK YOU.  Here's to another winter of wrenching.

Adam


Last ride, crossing Lake Champlain.

[Gearheadgreg]

. Prevent Fuel-Tank Corrosion
Winterstore Tank

During storage, unprotected fuel tanks rust, and when you start riding again, that rust finds its way into the carbs. Water in the fuel can also cause corrosion. For most riders, especially with a carbureted motorcycle, the best course of action is to drain the tank completely to remove any water or other contaminants, then refill the tank to its full capacity adding a fuel stabilizer recommended by the bike's manufacturer. Honda sells its own brand under the Hondaline label. Sta-Bil should be fine if there is no recommendation.

If you are riding to a gas station to fill the tank. put the stabilzer in before you add gas. The turbulence of the incoming fuel and the ride hoem will help to mix it.

The stabilizer keeps the fuel from stratifying. If you don't use one, the heavier elements in the fuel will be the first into your bike's carb(s) next spring -- which will wreak all sorts of havoc. It's still a good idea to drain the fuel again in the spring before starting the bike or even turning the petcock on (put the gas in a car). This is essential if you don't use a stabilizer. However, there are those who say that using a fuel stabilizer means that you don't need to drain the float bowl because the stuff is so effective. They might be right. I mean, I live is Southern California, and the only thing that keeps me from riding (unless I am very determined) is snow.Make sure you drain your carbs.

Read more: http://www.motorcyclecruiser.com/tech/winter_storage/index.html#ixzz1cH76DmVy

[fastbroshi]

That's a great looking 750 - big fan of red here.  Glad you got another one back on the road.

[Steve_K]

+1  on draining the carbs and gas stablizer, never had carb promlems since doing that
Full tank is good as mentioned above.
Steve

[bwaller]

It's a great looking bike, and glad you enjoyed it. The winterizing advice is good too.

Maybe like us you're north of the snow, good deal! That's a great ferry ride on a hot summer day, not so much this time of year, but I'm not as tough as I used to be.

[VTCBike750]

Thanks guys. Great advice.
It was a little chilly crossing the lake last week, but it was a great ride.

This winter I'm planning on pulling the engine and replacing the studs to fix an oil leak. Wish me luck, never done it before.