Expected Battery Life
#1
11-11-2018, 11:31 AM
Expected Battery Life
Ok, I brought my self a new 17 1200 Custom 20 months ago and I’m finding that the battery that came with the bike is now requiring charging before a days ride. Now once out in the road it will start at a quick push on the button , But if I leave the bike sit for a day or 2, starting is a different story.
Has HD had issues with bad battery’s or should I be looking elsewhere before I go back to the dealer.
Always greatfull
Wiz Out 😊
Has HD had issues with bad battery’s or should I be looking elsewhere before I go back to the dealer.
Always greatfull
Wiz Out 😊
#2
11-11-2018, 12:06 PM
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#3
11-11-2018, 02:34 PM
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Seriously, as RIPSAW indicated " Whoever gives you the best deal for a correct battery".
#4
11-11-2018, 02:53 PM
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I’d suggest some diagnostics first:
- load test on the battery
- when the battery is fully charged, disconnect the negative post on the baterry, then let the bike sit for a few days. If the battery still drains down...it’s the battery. If the battery does not drain down, then you have some kind of parasitic load that is draining it.
- load test on the battery
- when the battery is fully charged, disconnect the negative post on the baterry, then let the bike sit for a few days. If the battery still drains down...it’s the battery. If the battery does not drain down, then you have some kind of parasitic load that is draining it.
#5
11-11-2018, 02:55 PM
Sounds like your bike is still under the the MoCo's factory warranty if its under 24 months. Your battery should be covered. BUT, you'll have to bring the WHOLE bike and battery installed to confirm that the battery is failing to hold a change, or an electrical issue that's causing the draw.
I made this mistake by taking the battery out myself and bring it to Modesto HD. The parts manager was a total D**K about the whole thing, although his rational did make sense! However, I'm pretty mechanically inclined, and knew my battery was gone because I always had it on a battery tender. AND, wouldn't take a charge on my regular battery charger either....
Even though this wasn't my first brand new bike I've bought from Modersto HD (first being my '12 FLTRX) they didn't extend ANY courtesy. I got so turned off by his attitude, I just bought a HD battery from them and reinstalled it myself.
I also have bad history/experiences with they service department too, and didn't care for them to hack up my bike with a simple battery install either...just saying.
I made this mistake by taking the battery out myself and bring it to Modesto HD. The parts manager was a total D**K about the whole thing, although his rational did make sense! However, I'm pretty mechanically inclined, and knew my battery was gone because I always had it on a battery tender. AND, wouldn't take a charge on my regular battery charger either....
Even though this wasn't my first brand new bike I've bought from Modersto HD (first being my '12 FLTRX) they didn't extend ANY courtesy. I got so turned off by his attitude, I just bought a HD battery from them and reinstalled it myself.
I also have bad history/experiences with they service department too, and didn't care for them to hack up my bike with a simple battery install either...just saying.
#6
11-11-2018, 03:03 PM
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#7
11-11-2018, 03:56 PM
I couldn't agree more with you more... Typically the HD batteries have lasted 4 to 5 years for me too on my other bikes. But, I'm thinking HD changed vendors for their batteries in the last couple of years. I've gone through two batteries on my '14 now?
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#8
11-12-2018, 02:52 AM
I’d suggest some diagnostics first:
- load test on the battery
- when the battery is fully charged, disconnect the negative post on the baterry, then let the bike sit for a few days. If the battery still drains down...it’s the battery. If the battery does not drain down, then you have some kind of parasitic load that is draining it.
- load test on the battery
- when the battery is fully charged, disconnect the negative post on the baterry, then let the bike sit for a few days. If the battery still drains down...it’s the battery. If the battery does not drain down, then you have some kind of parasitic load that is draining it.
Im calling the dealer tomorrow about a replacement.
Thanks for ya help once more guys👍.
Wiz 🍺
#9
11-12-2018, 03:57 AM
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#10
11-14-2018, 02:34 AM
Yeah having the Hebei jeebies about the stealers cocking up somethingnin my bike doing a batt check swap out.
Wiz 🍺