Things You'll Need:
- Blanket
- Painter's tape
- Vinyl protection kit
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Step 1
Ride on pavement whenever possible. Dirt roads sandblast the chrome and loose gravel can fly up and damage your bike. Even if you ride very slowly down a dirt road, another vehicle can drive by and kick up a hail storm of stones.
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Step 2
Park a motorcycle well away from other vehicles. Between door dings, people careless with shopping carts and children who can't keep their hands off, your bike is in dangerous territory when parked near other vehicles. A few extra steps are a small price to pay to protect your investment.
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Step 3
Designate a parking spot for your bike in the garage. Keep a clean path all the way around it so you can walk by without touching the bike. Zippers and snaps from your clothing can scratch your motorcycle if you squeeze next to it. Park the bike away from items that can fall and damage it, including items on shelves above and next to it.
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Step 4
Toss an old, soft blanket over your motorcycle whenever you park it in the garage. Not only will it keep dust off the chrome, it'll protect the paint job, too.
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Step 5
Use painter's tape to protect the motorcycle when doing maintenance or repairs. Tape off all areas in the immediate work area. If you drop a part or a tool, the tape can protect the bike from damaging scratches.
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Step 6
Buy a paint protection kit. These pre-cut vinyl kits adhere to your fuel tank to protect against scratches and minor dings.
