Whether you plan on riding your bike in the cold weather, or putting it away in storage, this graphic explains all the preparations you should handle before the cold creeps up on you.

It's not winter yet, but it's certainly on its way, and do-it-yourself blog Fix explains some important things you need to do before you storing motorcycles, mopeds, and scooters. Things like preventing engine rust by coating it with oil, checking the antifreeze levels once it cools down, removing spark plugs, and draining the fuel tank. Preparing your bike properly before storage will ensure that it will work perfectly once the weather warms up. If storing your bike is not something that's possible—or you can't stand to be away from your hog—the graphic also has some great tips on riding safely in cold, icy weather.


Winterize Your Motorcycle | Fix