2014 Low Rider
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So Ive had my 2014 FXDL for about 3 months now and I just want my bars higher. The main issue is if I want to change my risers I have to get a new headlight assembly. Besides that, does anyone know how high of a handlebar you can go with stock wires/cables? Any experience/advice whether to go with stock risers and taller bars or get fixed bars without risers (T bars)? Thanks
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Ike, definitely anxious to hear what they find.
I got out yesterday for 125 miles, I took some roads I've never been on, it was great. I had my summer gear on and was actually chilly for a while, it was a cool day. I'm in denial when looking at the calendar.
I got out yesterday for 125 miles, I took some roads I've never been on, it was great. I had my summer gear on and was actually chilly for a while, it was a cool day. I'm in denial when looking at the calendar.
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Dealer just called and said my battery was tested and found not to have enough cold cranking amps.
I bought the bike in May 2015. Original battery died on me and was replaced under warranty. Second battery crapped out on me and I replaced it with a Throttle X battery in March 2019. Is this normal to go through three batteries in 5 years and 3 months? Have never experienced this before with any previous motorcycle.
Even if my battery lacked the CCA would that cause it to just shut down while riding it?
I bought the bike in May 2015. Original battery died on me and was replaced under warranty. Second battery crapped out on me and I replaced it with a Throttle X battery in March 2019. Is this normal to go through three batteries in 5 years and 3 months? Have never experienced this before with any previous motorcycle.
Even if my battery lacked the CCA would that cause it to just shut down while riding it?
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Dealer just called and said my battery was tested and found not to have enough cold cranking amps.
I bought the bike in May 2015. Original battery died on me and was replaced under warranty. Second battery crapped out on me and I replaced it with a Throttle X battery in March 2019. Is this normal to go through three batteries in 5 years and 3 months? Have never experienced this before with any previous motorcycle.
Even if my battery lacked the CCA would that cause it to just shut down while riding it?
I bought the bike in May 2015. Original battery died on me and was replaced under warranty. Second battery crapped out on me and I replaced it with a Throttle X battery in March 2019. Is this normal to go through three batteries in 5 years and 3 months? Have never experienced this before with any previous motorcycle.
Even if my battery lacked the CCA would that cause it to just shut down while riding it?
My '07 Sportster's original battery lasted 10 years. My '14 Low Rider had a new battery in '18 when I bought it, so the original only lasted 4. Battery life seems to be all over the map.
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You are blessed with long battery life. The new battery the dealer is installing will be the fourth in 5 years and 3 months.
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Yes, you are correct, that it is an easy fix. I should be happy. However, would your bike just shut down while you were riding due to a lack of CCA? Have never experienced such a thing nor do I know anyone who has.
You are blessed with long battery life. The new battery the dealer is installing will be the fourth in 5 years and 3 months.
You are blessed with long battery life. The new battery the dealer is installing will be the fourth in 5 years and 3 months.
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When it gets too hot and I don't ride, I have generally charged the battery with my tender (Battery Tender Jr. for motorcycles) every five days during warm weather. Every 2-3 days during the winter depending on how cold it is. I wonder if I may not have been charging enough?
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The tender is designed to be on all the time, it only adds the charge needed, it doesn't constantly charge. Using a tender is one of those things people like to debate. For me, as long as it keeps working as it has, I'll keep using it anytime I'm parked at home.