Originally Posted by Goldwing
Agree on using the FSS indicator, but if you garage it for the winter (which I do), I strongly recommend fresh oil and filter before storing it. I'm partial to Mobil1 0W-40 or 0W-30. The former is used on the two vehicles still under warranty to maintain warranty coverage.
The FSS should factor in number of days since last change.
But you are taking the safe route for sure- always a good policy.