[jocflier]

A year or so is a long time..A couple of things first.Remove the fuel from the tank..I know, i know,but some people just forget.
Remove the spark plugs and put a little never seze on the threads and reinstall hand tight.You don't want have a problem with removing them after a year time..

Take a little WD40 and wipe down anything that might get rusty during this time.You can remove this when you get back with a elect.contact cleaner.Push your brake caliphers all the way end.This will keep the piston "wet" and help keep the pistons from rusting.

Take a rag or duct tape and close off all opening to the engine.intake,exhaust.
This will keep bugs and water from getting down into the engine area.Drain tranny,engine,and rear end oils.You may want to remove the seat and store in a sealed box somewhere.remember bugs and rats..

Remove the battery.Fill with water and put it on a battery tender.If no tender, throw it away.It won't last that long.If you have a tender be sure to put the battery on a piece of wood and not on concrete.Concrete is bad for batteries..

There use to be a company that made a inflateable tent that your motorcycle fit inside and kept all the moisture away from your bike.Have seen them at bike shows.You might want to check them out depending on where you are storing your bike.Hope this helps...........
Rick