how to un-hibernate a bike?

[creamygoodness]

my F4i's been sitting in my garage the last 3-4 months unridden. prior to letting it rest for winter, i um....filled the tank up.

yeah, that was just about all the prep that i did for it. the battery's dead, which isn't a big concern since i have a trickle charger.

my main question is - do i need to drain the gas and put some fresh stuff in? or can i add some kind of gas stabilizer additive in? or can i just run the bike with the months old gas?

thanks!

[Sidewalk]

I left my bike parked for 6 months in the middle east. I got on it the first day home and rode it away. I think I let my Buell sit nearly a year without even starting it.

Just get on and ride. 3-4 months isn't anything.

[SLOW10R]

Originally posted by creamygoodness
or can i add some kind of gas stabilizer additive in?
thanks!

Would have to have put in the stabilizer before storing it for it to help keep the gas from breaking down and gumming up in your tank. 3 months isnt too bad tho

[creamygoodness]

ahh, good to know. thanks for the tips guys!

[ntula]

put a picnic basket a few feet away.