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If you own a snowmobile you are likely using it as often as you can in the winter months.  There are so many things to do and see with your snowmobile and many different trails to explore.  For people who own snowmobiles, nothing could be more fun.

However, snowmobiling is typically a seasonal sport, best indulged in when there is a good amount of snow on the ground.  When snowmobile season ends, the vehicle will not be used for several months on end.  You will need to deal with snowmobile storage and the proper way for that to occur to keep your vehicle in top condition and ready for next season.

Before snowmobile storage there is some basic maintenance that should be completed.  Start off with lubing the suspension parts and steering so there is a less chance of corrosion while in storage.  Also, protect the engine from rust and corrosion by fogging the motor.  You can purchase lubrication and fogging products at your local recreational vehicle retailer at a low cost.  Store the V-belt after removing it from the snowmobile.  Take a silicone spray and use it on the entire engine which will keep it looking and running like new.

Once you have the basic snowmobile summer storage maintenance completed, take off the battery completely and charge it periodically.  However, keep it off the actual snowmobile for the duration of the storage process.  Also, make sure to drain any left over gasoline from the tank as you do not want it sitting in your storage area with deteriorating gas in it.  Not only can it be hazardous but it can be harmful to the engine when started again next winter.

The final step in snowmobile storage is to make sure your snowmobile is clean and spotless.  Use a mild soap and make sure the entire exterior is clean, rinsed and dried.  Follow this up with a wax on the appropriate surfaces to seal it and protect it from the elements.  Once you have this done, you can use a snowmobile cover to make sure no residual dust and grime gets on it while in storage.  If you take proper snowmobile lay-up precautions, by next season your snowmobile will be in pristine condition and ready to be ridden.