As further proof that I'm getting antsy (and have too much time to contemplate such things), I'm wondering what, if anything, I might need to do to my RS once it's delivered in the middle of winter. I've never bought/taken delivery at this time of year.
For example:
Will just a good ol' Battery Tender Jr do the trick, or is it more involved than that? (and, BTW, what's that "port" you can plug things into under the right side of the seat?)
Do they mess with any type of anti-corrosive spritzing of the key parts and systems at the factory, or should I just wait until riding season is nigh and do a good ACF-50 treatment?
Numerous cleanings, polishings and waxings of the shiny parts are a given, so just wondering what else would be good to show her some love (other than resisting the urge to brave some less than ideal road conditions).
Thanks in advance, as always!

I use a Battery Tender with a coaxial pigtail connected directly to the battery, not through the CanBus. I leave mine hooked up all the time I am not riding the bike. And I use the coaxial connection to power my heated liner. The Jr. would work just as well.

(11-28-2021, 12:17 AM)runnerhiker Wrote: I use a Battery Tender with a coaxial pigtail connected directly to the battery, not through the CanBus. I leave mine hooked up all the time I am not riding the bike. And I use the coaxial connection to power my heated liner. The Jr. would work just as well.

I also use a Battery Tender (Plus) but connected to an SAE pigtail directly connected to the battery. Have a separate coaxial pigtail, also directly connected to the battery, for my heated gear. I agree that the Battery Tender Jr would be just fine.

Didn't know Battery Tender had a coax connection, only the SAE connection that I had. That got me thinking (and Googling) and I found this SAE-coax adapter that would allow me to eliminate one of my pigtails. Only problem is, it has no cover on the end. All my pigtails have covers and I like that to keep them clean.

(11-28-2021, 07:28 AM)Grumpy Goat Wrote: Didn't know Battery Tender had a coax connection, only the SAE connection that I had. That got me thinking (and Googling) and I found this SAE-coax adapter that would allow me to eliminate one of my pigtails. Only problem is, it has no cover on the end. All my pigtails have covers and I like that to keep them clean.

I use a adapter like that for my battery tender and air pump I carry on the bike.
My heated gear pigtail connected to the bike battery has a cover on the end but adapter does not.

(11-27-2021, 07:22 PM)ESquared Wrote: As further proof that I'm getting antsy (and have too much time to contemplate such things), I'm wondering what, if anything, I might need to do to my RS once it's delivered in the middle of winter. I've never bought/taken delivery at this time of year.
For example:
Will just a good ol' Battery Tender Jr do the trick, or is it more involved than that? (and, BTW, what's that "port" you can plug things into under the right side of the seat?)
Do they mess with any type of anti-corrosive spritzing of the key parts and systems at the factory, or should I just wait until riding season is nigh and do a good ACF-50 treatment?
Numerous cleanings, polishings and waxings of the shiny parts are a given, so just wondering what else would be good to show her some love (other than resisting the urge to brave some less than ideal road conditions).
Thanks in advance, as always!

Most of our bikes have been purchased in the winter months. Debbie told me to cut that out The last ones we purchased the last week of October and that worked better
Best I could, we tried get the bikes when the roads were dry. You still may have to deal with some salt dust. If you can, put a heater in the garage and hose of the bike in the garage. If that's not possible the salt dust might not be a problem if it stays dry during storage. One time when we had some wet roads I rinsed the bikes off at a car wash near our house and almost dropped both bikes on the ice outside the car wash.
That accessory outlet under the seat is no longer a good option for charging unless you buy a smart charger that works with the canbus system.
As mentioned above most of us connect a pigtail direct to the battery.
I use the heavy gauge pigtail used for heated gear. Engles has them on hand.
I had several at home so I took them with us and connected them while at the shop so we could use our heated jackets on the ride home.
How far are you from the shop?

I like Lee's thoughts.

Motorcycles like to be ridden. If you have the clothing, we have enough good riding days at our latitude to keep the gasoline fresh and everything lubricated.

In my neighborhood, rains are frequent enough that some of the rural roads see plenty of days without salt dust. (However, since road salt is one of the last of the nearly unregulated means for disposal of industrial waste, some municipalities lay it on frequently, thick, and with little provocation.)

After almost all rides (year-round), I usually rinse my bike off, wipe it down (looking for loose pieces and such), ride it for 20 minutes (if possible, on a salt-free road), and throw it in the heated garage. (Yes - as above - I generally use a CTek tender connected directly to the battery if the bike's not moving for a week.)

(11-28-2021, 08:34 AM)Lee Wrote:

(11-27-2021, 07:22 PM)ESquared Wrote: As further proof that I'm getting antsy (and have too much time to contemplate such things), I'm wondering what, if anything, I might need to do to my RS once it's delivered in the middle of winter. I've never bought/taken delivery at this time of year.
For example:
Will just a good ol' Battery Tender Jr do the trick, or is it more involved than that? (and, BTW, what's that "port" you can plug things into under the right side of the seat?)
Do they mess with any type of anti-corrosive spritzing of the key parts and systems at the factory, or should I just wait until riding season is nigh and do a good ACF-50 treatment?
Numerous cleanings, polishings and waxings of the shiny parts are a given, so just wondering what else would be good to show her some love (other than resisting the urge to brave some less than ideal road conditions).
Thanks in advance, as always!

Most of our bikes have been purchased in the winter months. Debbie told me to cut that out The last ones we purchased the last week of October and that worked better
Best I could, we tried get the bikes when the roads were dry. You still may have to deal with some salt dust. If you can, put a heater in the garage and hose of the bike in the garage. If that's not possible the salt dust might not be a problem if it stays dry during storage. One time when we had some wet roads I rinsed the bikes off at a car wash near our house and almost dropped both bikes on the ice outside the car wash.
That accessory outlet under the seat is no longer a good option for charging unless you buy a smart charger that works with the canbus system.
As mentioned above most of us connect a pigtail direct to the battery.
I use the heavy gauge pigtail used for heated gear. Engles has them on hand.
I had several at home so I took them with us and connected them while at the shop so we could use our heated jackets on the ride home.
How far are you from the shop?

I'm only a 25-30 minute ride from the shop, and it's 100% guesswork right now in terms of when the bike arrives, what the weather will be like then, and (of lesser concern) what my shoulder will be ready for, as I'm not quite 3 weeks past rotator cuff surgery.
Worst case scenario would be that Engle could deliver it to my house, which they'd do, so thanks for all the Tender Tips.
Believe me,if I can ride it home, I will, but will just have to play it by ear.
No matter how it gets here, I just want to do my best to clean it up and keep it clean. as it (we) will likely be subjected to a much earlier season than usual.

(11-28-2021, 09:02 PM)ESquared Wrote: [quote='Lee' pid='7022' dateline='1638110058']
[quote='ESquared' pid='7018' dateline='1638062574'] it's 100% guesswork right now in terms of when the bike arrives, what the weather will be like then, and (of lesser concern) what my shoulder will be ready for, as I'm not quite 3 weeks past rotator cuff surgery.

As the rider is a component essenttial to performance of the motorcycle, wishes for a full recovery.

Make sure your physical therapist knows about the motorcycle. (They will likely have some specific exercises if not recommendations for position.)

Thanks for the mojo.

Indeed, she knows of the "motorcycle" situation. She's not a fan, but understands!

Even before the surgery, the riding position was the most neutral, comfortable place for my shoulder to be.

(11-28-2021, 07:28 AM)Grumpy Goat Wrote:

(11-28-2021, 12:17 AM)runnerhiker Wrote: I use a Battery Tender with a coaxial pigtail connected directly to the battery, not through the CanBus. I leave mine hooked up all the time I am not riding the bike. And I use the coaxial connection to power my heated liner. The Jr. would work just as well.

I also use a Battery Tender (Plus) but connected to an SAE pigtail directly connected to the battery. Have a separate coaxial pigtail, also directly connected to the battery, for my heated gear. I agree that the Battery Tender Jr would be just fine.

Didn't know Battery Tender had a coax connection, only the SAE connection that I had. That got me thinking (and Googling) and I found this SAE-coax adapter that would allow me to eliminate one of my pigtails. Only problem is, it has no cover on the end. All my pigtails have covers and I like that to keep them clean.

https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/hotw...id=1135140

I buy the coax to battery cable, they always have a cover for the coax, then the SAE to coax needs to be coax male

(11-28-2021, 09:02 PM)ESquared Wrote: I'm only a 25-30 minute ride from the shop, and it's 100% guesswork right now in terms of when the bike arrives, what the weather will be like then, and (of lesser concern) what my shoulder will be ready for, as I'm not quite 3 weeks past rotator cuff surgery.
Worst case scenario would be that Engle could deliver it to my house, which they'd do, so thanks for all the Tender Tips.

Storing it at the shop for a few weeks is another option it you can stand not having it at home

(11-28-2021, 09:02 PM)ESquared Wrote: and (of lesser concern) what my shoulder will be ready for, as I'm not quite 3 weeks past rotator cuff surgery.

Maybe avoid the centerstand for awhile. I mainly use my weight to put the bike on the centerstdand, but if you happen to slip you could put too much strain on the shoulder.

(11-29-2021, 09:10 AM)Lee Wrote:

(11-28-2021, 09:02 PM)ESquared Wrote: I'm only a 25-30 minute ride from the shop, and it's 100% guesswork right now in terms of when the bike arrives, what the weather will be like then, and (of lesser concern) what my shoulder will be ready for, as I'm not quite 3 weeks past rotator cuff surgery.
Worst case scenario would be that Engle could deliver it to my house, which they'd do, so thanks for all the Tender Tips.

Storing it at the shop for a few weeks is another option it you can stand not having it at home

Too funny. It'll be in my garage, not to worry!

(11-29-2021, 09:57 AM)Lee Wrote:

(11-28-2021, 09:02 PM)ESquared Wrote: and (of lesser concern) what my shoulder will be ready for, as I'm not quite 3 weeks past rotator cuff surgery.

Maybe avoid the centerstand for awhile. I mainly use my weight to put the bike on the centerstdand, but if you happen to slip you could put too much strain on the shoulder.

Yessir, the actual riding is secondary to moving 'em around, hoisting them up on the centerstands, and getting to the nooks and crannies.

Good news is I've got the Vespa and the Triumph Scrambler XE to practice on, likely weeks before the RS arrives.