2013 Polaris Ness Signature Series Cross Country Tour Owners Manual - Page 102

2013 Polaris Ness Signature Series Cross Country Tour Manual

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Cleaning and Storage Removal From Storage 1. 2. 3. 4. Remove the cover and unlock the front forks (if locked). Verify that tire pressure is at specification. Install the battery and perform an electrical inspection. Check the oil level. If the motorcycle was stored in an area subject to wide swings in temperature and humidity (such as outdoors), change the engine oil before starting the engine. NOTICE: During storage, temperature and humidity changes can cause condensation to form in the crankcase and mix with engine oil. Running the engine with oil that contains condensation can cause engine damage. 5. Inspect the storage area for signs of fluid leaks. Identify and perform service to any leaking components. 6. Install new spark plugs if necessary. 7. Wash and polish the motorcycle. Wax, polish, or apply protectant to appropriate components. 8. Perform the pre-ride inspections. See page 38. 9. Perform a road test. See page 90. 100

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Cleaning and Storage
Removal From Storage
1.
Remove the cover and unlock the front forks (if locked).
2.
Verify that tire pressure is at specification.
3.
Install the battery and perform an electrical inspection.
4.
Check the oil level. If the motorcycle was stored in an area subject to wide swings in
temperature and humidity (such as outdoors), change the engine oil before starting the
engine.
NOTICE:
During storage, temperature and humidity changes can cause condensation to form in the
crankcase and mix with engine oil. Running the engine with oil that contains condensation
can cause engine damage.
5.
Inspect the storage area for signs of fluid leaks. Identify and perform service to any leak-
ing components.
6.
Install new spark plugs if necessary.
7.
Wash and polish the motorcycle. Wax, polish, or apply protectant to appropriate compo-
nents.
8.
Perform the pre-ride inspections. See page 38.
9.
Perform a road test. See page 90.