Winterizing your motorcycle properly prior to storing for the winter is crucial, in the prevention of costly repairs; rust, corrosion, and fuel contamination, to name a few. This should not be attempted by just anyone; however, if you are technically capable, somewhat tool savvy, and take the time to do a little preplanning, following the process set out below will prevent the engine from seizing on ignition, and will ensure you are out riding in the spring.
The first step in the winterizing process is choosing a dry, clean, out of direct sunlight (to prevent UV rays from fading paint surfaces), and secure place to store your motorcycle for the winter months. Remove any chemicals, fertilizer, or other corrosive products from the storage area, as these elements emit gases that can deteriorate rubber components and cause surface corrosion on the bike. Ideally the storage space would be an indoor heated area, but for the majority of motorcycle enthusiasts, this will likely be in their garage. Once you have found that perfect storage spot, place a sheet of plywood on the floor to set the bike on, as this will help prevent condensation.
Now that you have chosen and set-up your storage space, you now will need to gather all the tools & products needed to complete the winterizing process. You will need four or five quarts of high quality motor oil, new oil & air filter, transmission fluid, fuel stabilizer, grease, S100 anti-corrosion spray, a trickle charger or battery tender, vinyl gloves, moth balls, steel wool, cleaning and waxing products. Purchasing a torque wrench if you don’t already have one is a great investment as most parts are aluminum and over tightening will cause severe thread damage.
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...be covered during storage. Sheets & tarps absorb and trap condensation leading to rust. Tarps will often bond to the painted surface in the cold, ruining the paint job when removed. It is crucial to purchase a specially designed motorcycle cover that is breathable and will prevent corrosion by allowing moisture and condensation to escape and allow air exchange.
Lastly, it is not necessary nor advised, to start the motorcycle engine for even short periods of time during the winter storage months. Doing so can lead to condensation due to engine combustion from by-products in the oil. If possible, manually move the bike periodically throughout the storage months to prevent flat spots on the tires. Simply following all of the steps above will ensure the motorcycle is in peak operating condition in the spring, allowing you to hit the open roads without costly repairs!
To start of we all know that driving in Winter all drivers experience low visibility which causes all drivers to take it slower than usual. Before thinking about driving in Winter, you need to make sure you know how to handle snowy and icy roads before getting behind the wheel. All it takes is the smallest patch of ice or snow to cause you to skid of the road, which could cause life threatning injuries
Third, I would implement an advertising plan in several major cities throughout the US focusing on Harley’s fuel efficient motorcycles and the pride in owning a Harley. With the fuel prices around $4 a gallon, there truly is no better time to own a motorcycle, so why not a Harley? I believe motorcycle sales will increase as gasoline prices increase, so it shouldn’t be difficult to recoup the expense of any advertising.
Depending on where you live there are stark differences between driving in the summer vs. the winter. First there is the factor of snow and ice in the winter, and in the summer you get harsh rains. There are many variables that we could discuss in these next few paragraphs, but we are only going to be able to list a few.
Snowmobiling in today’s world is far more exciting and dangerous than it used to be in the 20th century. There are many types of snowmobiles and different capabilities for every make, model, and year. Every single snowmobile is different in its own way. Many snowmobiles have evolved and developed into amazing machines that are a great source of entertainment.
Harley-Davidson states their mission as “We fulfill dreams through the experiences of motorcycling by providing to motorcyclists and to the general public an expanding line of motorcycles, branded products and services in selected market segments.” They have performed wonderfully over the past hundred years, and have not forgotten their mission or where they came from. Over the years they have stuck with the things they know, and also expanded into related services and products. Out of the 151 motorcycle manufacturers, Harley-Davidson and Indian were the only two companies to survive the Great Depression. Harley-Davidson was the only one in America after Indian dropped out in 1953, but face Indian again now since they re-entered the market in 1999.
Here starts the tale of how a (LEGEND) came to be. In 1903 William Harley along with Arthur and Walter Davidson of Milwaukee,WI began experimenting with an internal combustion engine in a small wooden shed, amazingly the shed doesn’t burn down and the motorcycle that was built in it goes over 100,000 miles under 5 owners. And that was just the beginning, soon after that first bike being built; it began to happen. A cheap reliable form of transportation was needed in the country. Henry Ford’s automobiles were a little expensive for the average family. So a niche opens up for the motorcycle. Though there was no cutting- edge technology in their design, it worked. The trio had just brought a single cylinder engine (based on a DeDion design) and tube type bicycle frame together. Painted in gloss black, that first machine was admired by friends and family - now it gets interesting.
Motorcycle is also called motorbike is a two or thee wheeled vehicle powered by a petrol, diesel, engine mounted midway between the front and rear wheels. The motorcycle, which is having much heavier and stronger, frame than that of a bicycle. The motorcycle is developed from the bicycle. The people for their convenient and smooth travel for the recreation and sports purpose use the motorcycles. The motorbikes are used throughout the world, the police and the fire department use motorcycles to carry medical personnel to accident scenes. Before the 20yrs ago a motocycle was carried for the noise, dirt and frequent breakdown which the use of its entailed. It was then truly a sportsman’s machine and of little use in the commercial field.
Have you ever experience extreme boredom during the winter or have those wintertime blues? There is a sport out there that could very well dissipate those feelings, and that sport is snowboarding. Snowboarding is a sport for the adrenaline junkie. It is guaranteed to get your heart racing. The rush Will keep you coming back for more!
INTRODUCTION The winter season can be a major hassle for some people while others just have to deal with a slight cool down in temperatures. Over the northern portions of the country, people are faced to deal with the harsh conditions that Mother Nature has in store. Some winter seasons are less brutal than others. Besides the typical storm systems that come through the area and drop different types of precipitation whether it is snow, sleet, or freezing rain, there’s another weather event that affects not everyone in the country, but primarily around the Great Lakes.
HD has chosen the strategic direction of targeting women and the younger market that is technologically conscious in order to increase its share in the first time motorcycle owner market space. With the introduction of the new VRSC’S, and the new lowered sporster 833 L and the 1200 L, design for small riders who want more power, also promoting the already existing HD motorcycle owners to step forward and purchasing a bigger model. HD is in a position of attaining a sizeable share in the first time motorcycle owners, the young males, and females’ marketplace. To target the women and the young market with the new product line, the company has adopted the following marketing objectives: to expand its current market (market expansion), diversify its product line (product diversification), and modify its marketing mix to target women and the younger demographic.
The first thought of motorcycles as a means of transportation began in the year 1900. The pioneers’ of this field were William S. Harley and his lifelong friend Arthur Davidson. They were both born and raised in Milwaukee, WI. It took them almost three years to build their first production ready motorcycle which was a single cylinder, 10 cubic inch engine. It was bolted directly to a bicycle chassis driven by a pulley system with a leather belt. We are going to look at the development, racing, and the people who made the Harley Davidson an American Legend.
When thinking about motorcycles, Harley Davidson is a name that immediately is thought of. Harley Davidson has done an excellent job of branding and making their products known along with being industry
Law enforcement agencies have found that motorcycles are also an effective in patrols with their ability to move easier in traffic. They have also been used to escort political figures, funeral procession and lead parades (Day, 2009). Motorcycle patrols have been in law enforcement use since 1909 with a multitude of types of motorcycles such as Harley Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, and BMWs (Day, 2009). The disadvantages of using motorcycles for patrol use are the main factor that a rainy day or a snow storm
Through much of my brothers perseverance, and a whole bunch of luck, the bike began to runfirst on one cylinder, then on both. I remember when Mike first got it running my dad and I looked on as he took the first ride around the yard; Im not sure if Mike knew it ahead of time or not, but the bike didnt have a functioning clutch. We soon discovered that rolling the motorcycle down a hill and then dropping it into gear wasnt too violent and was certainly good enough for the time being. Soon after, my dad and I were both allowed to ride; I think we both realized that if Mikes bike had been such a success on such little money (free, plus a few necessary parts) there were motorcycles in both of our futures.
There are five categories of motorcycles can be found in the world. Each of motorcycles has their advantages that give convenience and satisfaction for people. The categories of motorcycles such as cruiser, sport bike, standard, dual purpose and dirt bike. The categories of motorcycles can be recognized as seventh category fro...