Winterizing a Kymco Super 8 Scooter

Describes procedures used to prepare a scooter for long-term storage

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[halfmumi]

is this 125 or 50cc??? i have Super 8 125, are they the same???

[nd1996mn]

@halfmumi Hi! This is a Super 8 150 (US model). I think everything would be the same for a 50 or 125 though.

[vebkirker]

I think it is a good idea after shooting the phoging oil in the cylinder and once you have replaced the spark plug to push down on your kick starter until you begin to feel the compression stroke that way both valves will be closed and your cylinder will be sealed from any moisture gitting in.

[nd1996mn]

@vebkirker Hi. Thanks for the tip! I didn't think about that, but you're right--it will help keep moisture out and the fogging oil in. Thanks for the comment, and happy riding!

[nd1996mn]

@MrTbj123 You can put them both in at once. Usually they have a vacuum operated valve pretty close to the tank so no gas flows out unless the engine is running. So, if you do have any water in there, it should be confined to the tank or tubing upstream of that valve. So, by just filling the tank you should be fine.

[MrTbj123]

@nd1996mn should i reconnect the battery, and start it up a little, and let the gas go thru a little after i add the heet? Can i add heat and the stabil, or which one?

[MrTbj123]

thanks man, and is that the extent of what i do to completely winterize the scooter..please let me know everything to do, because i want it in good condition when i pull it out in a few months, and thanks again

[nd1996mn]

@MrTbj123 Hi. I would fill the tank, and maybe add a moisture absorbing additive like Heet to it. The reason to leave the tank full of gas is so that it's not full of air (containing moisture). As winter comes and the air gets colder, that moisture will condense and become water in the tank.

For the spark plug, I would just take yours out and bring it to a scooter shop or auto parts store and see if they can match it. Good luck!

[MrTbj123]

hey, i got a 50cc chinese scooter, i attempted to winterize it with limited knowledge. i drained the fuel and removed the battery, and i charge the battery every 3 weeks. i did this 2weeks ago. should i add stabil and fill the tank? also i cant figure out what kind or size of spark plug i need..can you help me with this please?