Back from Shoulder surgery

[tkd]

Well, Not that it matters, but I thought I'd post on my recovery. I had an open bankhart repair and 6 months to the day of surgery I completed rehab. I tried to ride the Nomad once or twice during rehab, but the shoulder just wasn't strong enough. I finally was able to ride the other day on one of our last nice days---about 48 degrees. I only made it about 5 miles. I nearly froze.

So, I am thinking 2009 is in the books with 2 official "rides" totalling about 21 miles. Now I have to look at winterizing the bike. The gas was "stabilized" at the end of last year and has been sitting nearly a full year in the tank. Anyone have any suggestions on draining a Nomad tank (and a C50 tank). I'm not keen on letting the gas sit for 2 winters.

Thoughts?

[schoeney]

Hi TKD...glad to hear you are back with the functioning...even if it is slow and painful. I am not sure what the easiest way to drain the tank is...fortunately I haven't had to do it yet.

Good luck on your recovery....maybe you could shoot for joing us at the NW Rally (Kalispell, MT) in August of 2010?

[Cajunrider]

Great to hear you are healing up and coming back. Good luck.

[dogdoc]

Good Luck and a better 2010 season.

[Jared]

Sorry to hear about your surgeries and inability to ride.

There are someways to drain the tank, but if the bike runs, why not just let a trusted friend take it for a ride. Just a thought. I know some wont let anyone ride there bike, but if it was mine, that is what I would do.

[ringadingh]

You should be able to siphon out most of the gas and put it in your car or truck. Then fill the bikes with fresh gas.

[tkd]

Thanks for the kind words. Doc & Therapist say I am at about 97% of range of motion and no risk of dislocation, so all is good. Change at 98-99% motion before it's over.

I had planned on draining via a siphon....as for letting a "freind" ride the bike.....truth is I don't know anyone who rides. When I ride it's always solo

[skeeter]

ship the bike to me and I'll take care of it for you. http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif

good to see ya back on here.