Hi all, first time posting by newbie biker. Got a 2007 Yamaha Scorpio. Really keen to make sure this bike is well taken care of, but unsure what the regime is for after-rides care and prevention for the Scorpio, as well as where to go for a good mechanic and consumables.
1. What should I do after a ride? Is the Scorpio prone to rust (being a cheaper bike)? I've bought chrome polish which is supposed to protect the chrome parts. Also a plastic polish which also protects and fills in scratches.
2. What are your must-dos after a dry or wet ride? Wipe down? Lube chain?
3. Where do you get your consumables for the Scorpio? Owners, any tips for extra-standard items? Different weight oil that works better?
I've read, for example, that some find the Scorpio dips in the front a bit too much, so when you fill in the front yokes with 15 weight oil instead of the standard 10, the dipping is normalised.
4. Where should I go to get the Scorpio fixed? I am in Hillsborough and I think the closest dealer is Haldanes in Penrose. Are only dealers available for fixing bikes or are there mechanic workshops nearby?
5. Where do you get your insurance from? I'm 42 yrs old and a cautious rider. Wanting to pay as little as possible, rego $ has already shocked me. (I'm wanting to ride to do something new in my life - mid-life crisis, I guess! Ha! Ha! And bike's cheaper than a Ferrari!)
I guess I may be a bit anal (and totally clueless! LOL!) but this is my first bike and no small investment (to me), so I want to start off that way, and then relax if I am over-doing it. I am of course, going to practice my basic skills every chance I get before I actually let myself go on the road.
Thanks, all, for any sagely advice you may offer to a noob.

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