Winter Hibernation

[Ninja Winja]

It's getting near that time of year again
I will soon be tucking away the Aprilia for the winter after a thorough clean and lube (I can't believe it's not butter!) and commuting on my wee Honda.
In the past I have only had one bike at a time so I would ride it all year in almost all weathers
Any advice for keeping the Aprilia sweet while in the shed for winter?
I have purchased an oxford optimiser but never used it before. I guess it should be hooked up to the battery whilst still on the bike Maybe I should read the instructions?
Any advice greatly appreciated.

[al]

Invest in some FS-365 spray and keep using the bike as much as you can.

I've seen bikes deteriorate more through being laid up through winter than when being still used on a regular basis. As long as you hose the bike down and give it regular coatings of anti-corrision spray I find that running the bike helps heat up the bike and dry out any moisture that would otherwise cause problems if left for months over winter.

Big Kneed Al (master of the emergency stop & "stand up" comedian).

[Coddy]

Bike already inhibernation. Oh wait a minute, still haven't got it yet and bought it in May.

[baldy]

Bike already inhibernation. Oh wait a minute, still haven't got it yet and bought it in May.

It'll be OLD and rusty by the time you get it

[Coddy]

No Nick, it's nae a Fiat.

[g.cowen]

Paddock stands front and rear. Trickle charger on battery, heated shed, dust sheets and a warm blanket

[sneezey]

heated shed, dust sheets and a warm blanket

Is this for when the missus throws you out??

[Jay]

Dont do it yet!....I decided to go out today just as the wind dropped about 1pm....over the mount, then cut to the coast road. Road like a theif ....but it was great to get a day like today before the weather hits.
Maybe see you all next year!....or, weather looks good for tomorrow

Jay

[al]

weather looks good for tomorrow

I was thinking that myself!