Starting and running the Spyder all winter

[Possible]

I guess I'm the odd man out: I've never used Stabil and never had issues starting/running the bike in the spring. I do have a
double out Battery Tender to use for the batteries, and one for the diesel outside.

 

[MONK]

One more thing, once you've added the Stabil (or not), FILL UP THE GAS TANK like you're preparing for a zombie apocalypse. If the tank is full of gas, there's no place for condensation (re: water) to collect.

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Has anyone bothered to mention ... NO, DON'T DO IT (to the starting every once in a while, that is)? :joke:

I also subscribe to the Sta-Bil and battery tender routine, but I usually double-up on the Sta-Bil. I have never seen anything that says I shouldn't do that, and I have never had any problems with the motorcycles that I winterize or the snowblower that I summerize.

JBonWheelsblog, Sta-Bil is available in many different sizes. The largest I have seen is about 16 ounces, which will handle SEVERAL Spyders. A 'normal' dose will be 2-3 ounces to treat a full tank.

If you happen to have a nice day and decide to go for a ride, just add another ounce or two, then fill the tank and part the Spyder, as before.

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..." 2-3 ounces to treat a full tank " .... I suggest you re-read the instructions on the bottle ..... I use the Marine grade Star Tron brand so the required amount may be different ..... but maybe not ..... good luck .... Mike :thumbup:

 

[Steve W.]

..." 2-3 ounces to treat a full tank " .... I suggest you re-read the instructions on the bottle ..... I use the Marine grade Star Tron brand so the required amount may be different .....

OK, Mike, what do YOUR instructions say?

I just looked at my bottle of the standard red original formula, it says "One ounce treats up to 2.5 gallons of fuel."

With a tank size of 6.9 gallons on our RT, ... :dontknow:

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

OK, Mike, what do YOUR instructions say?

I just looked at my bottle of the standard red original formula, it says "One ounce treats up to 2.5 gallons of fuel."

With a tank size of 6.9 gallons on our RT, ... :dontknow:

StarTron Marine concentrate - 1oz. to 16 .......GALLONS :yikes:............... Mike :thumbup: Google it - @ Amazon $ 29.49 for 32oz. with free shipping... I use it at every fill-up ....the company claims it neutralizes Ethanol in the gas.

 

[Steve W.]

OK, we're comparing apples to oranges here.

YOU are talking about StarTron, I'M talking about Sta-Bil.

Two different products for the same application, but two products, nonetheless.

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[campermac]

don't mean to add anymore confusion around what to use in the tank. Both Stabil and Startron are good products. I myself prefer the Startron because if you read the reviews it has a little bit better characteristic for storage and it is the recommended fuel stabilizer for almost all marine outboard engines. In addition to the fuel additive I also stick an ounce of Seafoam in the tank and slosh it around then let it run for a good 30 minutes. The Seafoam is probably the best thing for injectors and carbs to clean them and get any gunk off of them so they are clean for storage.

This is just my 2 cents, you do what you feel comfortable doing with your bike, but like everyone else said DO NOT start it periodically over winter.

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

OK, we're comparing apples to oranges here.

YOU are talking about StarTron, I'M talking about Sta-Bil.

Two different products for the same application, but two products, nonetheless.

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I said that in my post ..... anywho .. Sta-Bil also has a " Marine formula " which does what my Star-Tron will do concerning Ethanol .... good price at Walmart ...... Mike :thumbup:

 

[Steve W.]

My point was that you were poo-pooing my statement about 2-3 ounces would treat the tank and you were suggesting that I re-read the instructions on the bottle. I did. They were correct. I am guessing that your suggestion was based on the product that YOU are using, which is obviously a different product.

I'm out.

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[Mikey]

The only thing doubling up's going to do is make it smoke more when you get it out in the spring, for the first tank full. No real harm as far as I can see! Not using it at all with this crap gas we have, that's a crap shoot that I will not play!! Back in the day you would just shut the fuel valve and run the carbs dry, open the valve in the spring and go for it!!! Miss the old days some times!!

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

My point was that you were poo-pooing my statement about 2-3 ounces would treat the tank and you were suggesting that I re-read the instructions on the bottle. I did. They were correct. I am guessing that your suggestion was based on the product that YOU are using, which is obviously a different product.

I'm out.

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I'M SORRY I EVER SAID ANYTHING. I WON'T DO IT AGAIN. MERRY CHRISTMAS .....Mike hyea:

 

[ARtraveler]

Some times, thick skin is required. When you post, you leave yourself open to criticism from many sides. When you start taking it personal, then the fun begins.

If one does not like a reply, ignore it. At least some will agree/disagree anyway.

Battery tenders? Gas stabilizer? Brands? Ounces? Not worth getting entangled by them. Say your opinion, let others post with theirs. The right answer can be many things.

 

[RICZ]

Oh My Gosh! Are we in the process of making "fuel stabilizer" toxic words just because different ones require a different amount in the tank?

 

[BajaRon]

Some times, thick skin is required. When you post, you leave yourself open to criticism from many sides. When you start taking it personal, then the fun begins.

If one does not like a reply, ignore it. At least some will agree/disagree anyway.

Battery tenders? Gas stabilizer? Brands? Ounces? Not worth getting entangled by them. Say your opinion, let others post with theirs. The right answer can be many things.

A great deal of wisdom.

 

[ThreeWheels]

I'll be the contrarian here.
I live a little further south, so I've managed to take the Spyder out during the winter on many occassions.
There have, however, been about three different years where I left the Spyder parked in my heated garage, for as long as three months straight with no special attention other than making sure the gas tank was filled up before parking it. This is typically putting it away at the end of November, and it sits idle Dec, Jan and Feb.
The Spyder has never failed to start on the first attempt after winter hibernation.
A phenomenal machine.
I can't predict what might happen if it sits more than 100 days.

 

[MONK]

Some times, thick skin is required. When you post, you leave yourself open to criticism from many sides. When you start taking it personal, then the fun begins.

If one does not like a reply, ignore it. At least some will agree/disagree anyway.

Battery tenders? Gas stabilizer? Brands? Ounces? Not worth getting entangled by them. Say your opinion, let others post with theirs. The right answer can be many things.

One word...............TIRES.

 

[vindex1963]

I'M SORRY I EVER SAID ANYTHING. I WON'T DO IT AGAIN. MERRY CHRISTMAS .....Mike hyea:

Those are big words.

 

[RazzleH]

Those are big words.

LOL, LOL again, LOL.

 

[Ready2Retire]

One word...............TIRES.

So... What's the best handgun caliber for self defense?

John

 

[RICZ]

So... What's the best handgun caliber for self defense?
John

Not a 10mm....you'll lose it! :thumbup::roflblack: