[SpartaSanks]

Hello, I'm new to the thread, I'm looking after an '09 250r. (Who isn't?)
But my question; what is "Proper Storage as defined in your Kawasaki owner's manual"? The Kawasaki warranty says that it will not cover any defects resulting from "Improper storage"

 

[John Larson]

oh shit, that doesn't sound good. What happened????

 

[BP88]

oh shit, that doesn't sound good. What happened????

I don't think anything happened; he's just wondering what they mean by improper storage.

I think they mean they will not fix any issues caused by leaving old gas in the tank, not covering the bike in bad weather, etc.

 

[SpartaSanks]

Well... does anyone have a "Kawasaki owner's manual"? and if so, can he/she read what it defines as "proper storage"

 

[TrueFaith]

Basically you have to:

Empty the fuel system
Reduce tire pressure by 20%
Raise both wheels off the ground to prevent flat spots on the tires (a set of stands is a good investment)
Spray oil on all unpainted metal surfaces to prevent rusting
Lubricate the chain and cables
Remove and store the battery on a trickle-charger
Tie a plastic bag over the muffler(s) to keep condensation from forming
Cover it

 

[SpartaSanks]

Okay, cool. Thanks man.

But look at this, this is the warranty requirements for all states:
http://www.kawasaki.com/Content/pdfs/GTPPCert.pdf

And this is the requirements for everywhere BUT Florida:
http://www.kawasaki.com/Content/pdfs/gtpp_florida.pdf

Why the differences?

 

[SpartaSanks]

Why are the requirements different for florida?

 

[IlBLisSlI]

Why are the requirements different for florida?

probably because we ride year round in a tropical environment, and we don't have mandatory inspections like almost every other state does.