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Old 08-18-2016, 12:34 AM
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What battery manufacturer did you use? I'm good for now but like to know for when my time arrives and it will arrive when least expected. 4 yrs now but will change regardless at 5 yrs. 24/7 on Battery Tender when it's in the garage.

I was up your way in June last yr on my way home. Spent the night at Twin Falls.
I ended up using a brand I have used in other equipment & RV's.
Motobatt. MBTX30U
I have had great service with their batteries before.
Their batteries also have 4 terminals so it is easy if you need to tap in without overloading the terminals that is a plus also.
They are only rated at 385CCA, but it tests out higher than that.
With all AGM batteries I never charge over 10 amp. Slower the better.
My OEM lasted 4.5 yrs.
 
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Old 08-18-2016, 10:00 PM
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Got the trike back today from the dealer. Had a new reverse motor installed and it feels much stronger than when the trike was new.
 
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I've got a '16 with 12,000 miles. I use the reverse every day when I back into my garage. Always get the engine RPM's to 2000 when using the reverse. Haven't had any issues, works like a charm. By the way, I always have it on a battery tender.
 
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I’m having the slow reverse issue now. When starting the engine, first couple of cranks are slow. My original battery is five years old now. Maintained with a battery tender, but I think it’s time for a new battery.
 
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Our Tri-Glide is still doing fine on the original battery , it’s a 2017 and is on the tender except for the trip I know it’s time to replace battery
 
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