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2004 Harley-Davidson V-Rod: Pre-Startup Checklist After 7 Months of Storage

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#1 ·
Hi, I'm new to the forum and to the V-rod world. I own a 2004 V-rod that has been in storage for 7 months and I'm about to go pick it up in two months. I was wondering what do I need to do to it before I start her up? This is my first bike and I don't know much about the mechanics of it. I know a good bit about car if that helps any. I have also read on this site about all of the kinks that V-rods have like the battery which I have already encountered. The bike is still under warrenty and has never been riden if that helps any either.
 
#2 ·
Welcome and as far as the other stuff. Just make sure you got a good battery. Not much else to worry about. I have had my car stored for a year at a time when i went to Iraq. When I got back, I just got in it and drove. No problems with it. Check all the fluids and fill it back up with good fuel ASAP!