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How to resurrect Yamaha FJR1300 that's been parked in my garage for 7 years?
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<blockquote data-quote="RossKean" data-source="post: 1465530" data-attributes="member: 19880"><p>I would remove the sparkplugs and add a teaspoon or so of engine oil to the top of each cylinder. Let it sit for a bit and rotate the engine manually a few times before putting the plugs back and attempting a start. The easiest way of rotating the engine by hand is to put it in fifth gear (bike on centerstand) and use the rear wheel to turn it over. Not easy, but less complicated than removing the side timing cover and using a wrench...</p><p></p><p>As others have said, fresh fuel, new plugs and a thorough inspection before attempting a start. (Antifreeze, clutch and brake hydraulic fluids can wait until after you get it going.) Clean/lube rear brake pedal, clutch/brake hand levers and shifter linkage. Good chance your battery isn't equal to the task so plan on a new battery or at least a jump start to get it going.</p><p></p><p>([USER=93148]@Oldjeep[/USER] made the oil-in-the-cylinders suggestion while I was typing)</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="RossKean, post: 1465530, member: 19880"] I would remove the sparkplugs and add a teaspoon or so of engine oil to the top of each cylinder. Let it sit for a bit and rotate the engine manually a few times before putting the plugs back and attempting a start. The easiest way of rotating the engine by hand is to put it in fifth gear (bike on centerstand) and use the rear wheel to turn it over. Not easy, but less complicated than removing the side timing cover and using a wrench... As others have said, fresh fuel, new plugs and a thorough inspection before attempting a start. (Antifreeze, clutch and brake hydraulic fluids can wait until after you get it going.) Clean/lube rear brake pedal, clutch/brake hand levers and shifter linkage. Good chance your battery isn't equal to the task so plan on a new battery or at least a jump start to get it going. ([USER=93148]@Oldjeep[/USER] made the oil-in-the-cylinders suggestion while I was typing) [/QUOTE]
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