The air box makes a convenient nesting site so block it off as well as your pipes if you're mothballing the bike for the winter. Then leave a note taped to the handlebars so you'll remember to "unstuff" your openings before you fire it back up.

A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort. Herm Albright (1876 - 1944)