Following my recent accident I'm not going to be able to ride my 900 SS ie for between 1 to 2 years. Which of these two options is better? 1) full storage, I.e. oil down the bores, drop tyre pressures, drain tank etc, then re comission after the second operation on my leg in 2014 2) keep bike on running state on oximiser 900 and get housemates to run it up to temperature and ride it no less than once every 2 months, brimming the tank to prevent rust (this probably isn't much different to typical Ducati behavior) in either case the bike will be on front and rear stands to protect the tyres. I think I prefer to keep it in running condition, but am interested to hear peoples views.
If you trust your mates to look after it then that's the route I would take. The downside is that you've got to fork out for tax, insurance, mot etc and not get the pleasure of riding it yourself. If this is going to cost you a lot then you might have to consider the full lay up. Sorry if this is contradictory, but that's just my way of looking at it.
My vote is for 1. Assuming its not alarmed whip the battery out, drain every fluid, and put it on stands front and rear. It doesn't matter what you do with the tyres as after 2 years they'll be pretty much useless and well, dangerous to ride on. Don't sell it thou as you'll regret it, plus knowing its there will give you something to drive on your rehab. Wishing you a speedy recovery dude, but I think Ive said that before :tongue:
My mate is a designer for triumph, and I trust him completely, so no issues there. He lives in the same house as well, so its convenient for all involved. Tax mot and insurance are minor costs. I also have the cbr to work on to help my recovery and keep bike related interests going.
Sounds like your mind is made up. Seems logical to me, and at least she is getting a good ride now and then, which they all need :wink:
To be honest I think I knew the answer before posting the thread. I know from past experience the first few rides will be a little uncomfortable, and I know my heart will be in my mouth every time a car approaches a junction when I first get back on, but that passes.
I didn't realise your accident was that bad. Sorry to hear it fella. What exactly happened to you? And GWS
It was a fairly standard SMIDSY but being on a 125 commuter bike doing about 50 mph it was more akin to hitting a concrete block than a car. The breaks in my leg were very bad and required surgery to insert a gamma nail along with other reconstructive metalwork. The leg itself will be weak for about 8 months, but i've been advised not to ride with a gamma nail in place as the consequences of a further accident are extremely serious (I could potentially loose the leg if it happened again) The metal work can be removed, but that wont be for 1 - 2 years, hence the lay up. I probably could chance it and ride in 6 months time, but if anything did happen I don't fancy being 35 years old and only having one leg. It did hit me in a way when the insurance engineer came out to evaluate the bike. Aside from the fairly standard "lucky to be alive" comments, just seeing the SS sat there gleaming away on its padock stands was a bit of a tease. Got a better photo of the Yamasaki though..
You poor chap !!! I feel for you. Don't sell the bike if you trust your mate get them to ride the bike. I often commute on my 125 that's scary as mines a ratted rusty CG! They are made like a bicycle . I always said I'd be less damaged being hit on 125... Less hurt if it went over! Seeing how that yams crumpled my CG would be dust !!! That's scary .... Get well soon ... Make sure your well looked after for a while much lived and fussed over and eat the best you can so you heal quicker !
