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Old Mar 15, 2016 | 08:11 AM
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So I'm guessing I can check my battery with a volt meter...
What kinda of voltage drop should I see while starting the bike?
Its a 2014 Ultra.
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Old Mar 15, 2016 | 09:53 AM
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Old Mar 15, 2016 | 11:15 AM
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Thanks man!
Don't think mine has max & min...I'm gonna try and just watch it...
 
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Originally Posted by Genius
Thanks man!
Don't think mine has max & min...I'm gonna try and just watch it...
The cheap meters don't have the min/max readings. That reminds me, I have to get one that has that feature.
 
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