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A former High Country HOG's Safety Officer's
Message:
Here are a few preparations and procedures for winter riding.
In any combustion motor, water vapor and acid traces are produced.
In very cold weather these natural combustion byproducts can end up
circulating throughout the motor oil. The functions of motor oil are
to lubricate, cool, clean and seal. If water is allowed to build up
in the oil, these functions will not perform near as well and normal
lubrication is prevented. This leads to excessive wear and corrosion
to your motors insides. What to do???
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- Change the oil more often than in the summer,
especially if the motor is not warmed up properly.
- Use the right viscosity oil as recommended by
the manufacturer for the outside temp. The colder the temp., the
thinner the oil.
If you have an oil cooler, put a cover on it.
- Don't just warm up your bike for 10 or 15 minutes.
At least every two or three weeks get out and ride your bike for
30 to 50 minutes. Doing This will help evaporate the water in the
oil. It does more harm than good to start a motor and shut it off
be four the oil is good and hot.
- Tires: At all times tire pressure is very important,
but in the winter make sure that the tires are attended to more
often. Cold weather has a tendency to reduce tire pressure. Also
check tread wear. It should be about 1/32 of an inch above the center
tread groove. Make sure that there is no signs of abnormal tire
wear.
- While you are at it lube all cables: Throttle,
clutch, brake, tack, and speedo to keep them from freezing. Newer
bikes don't need to worry about tack, speedo, or brake cables. But
DO check your brake fluid.
- Yourself: Dress warm, take frequent breaks, and
eat a good meal before you set out. This will help to fight the
effects of hypothermia. When your body becomes colder your reaction
time slows considerably!
Have fun! Ride safe! Keep warm!
Safety Officer: The Trashman (Scott .MAC)
2002 High Country HOG Safety Officer
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