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Service and Maintenance
3-18
3-18
Storage
Extended storage, such as for winter, requires that you
take certain steps to reduce the effects of non-use. In
addition, necessary repairs should be made BEFORE
storing your Cota: otherwise, these repairs may be
forgotten by the time your Cota is removed from storage.
Preparing The Motorcycle For Storage
1. Completely clean all parts of your Cota. Wash with
fresh water and wipe dry.
2. Drain the fuel tank into an approved gasoline container.
!
WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured when draining
or refueling.
y Stop engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away.
y Drain or refuel only outdoors.
y Wipe up spills immediately.
3. Remove the coolant drain bolt at the water pump cover
to drain the coolant. Drain coolant into a proper con-
tainer. After the coolant has been completely drained,
ensure that the drain bolt sealing washer is in good
condition and reinstall the drain bolt.
4. Lubricate the drive chain.
5. Remove the spark plug and pour a table spoon (15 –
20 cm3) of clean engine oil into the cylinder.
With the spark plug grounded or the Engine Stop
Switch is pushed, crank the engine several times to
distribute the oil.
Cleaning
Clean your Cota regularly to protect the surface finishes
and inspect for damage, wear, or oil seepage.
When washing your Cota, always use water and a mild
detergent (such as diswashing liquid) to avoid discoloring
decals.
NOTICE
High pressure water (or air) can damage certain parts of
the motorcycle.
Wheel hubs
Light and engine stop switch
Muffler outlet
Electrical components
Drive chain
Brake and clutch master cylinder
1. After cleaning, rinse your Cota thoroughly with plenty
of clean water. Strong detergent residue can corrode
alloy parts.
2. Dry your Cota, start the engine, and let it run for seve-
ral minutes.
3. Lubricate the drive chain immediately after washing
and drying your Cota.
4. Test the brakes before riding your Cota. Several appli-
cations may be necessary to restore normal braking
performance. Braking performance may be impaired
immediately after washing your Cota.
Inspection
1. Check for a broken or collapsed spring.
2. Bounce the rear of the machine up and down and check
for smooth suspension action.
3. Check the rear shock absorber for a bent shaft or oil
leaks.
4. Push the rear wheel sideways to check for worn or
loose swingarm bearings. There should be no move-
ment. If movement is felt, replace the pivot bearings
(page 5-19).
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