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Old 05-09-2017, 09:35 PM
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I got a brand new battery. First time it happened, i tought the bike sat too long and battery was drained. Recharged it and bike went fine, but temperature was hot. Now this morning, bike didnt start and did the same thing. It sat for four days, but had a little run last saturday. It was 33 degrees this morning. Tonight, 55 and bike started just fine. What should i do?
 

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Move to a warmer climate?
 
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Are you saying that the starter won't turn the engine over OR the starter turns the engine over and it will not start?

You may need to have an electrical test done on your battery, your charging system and a "load test" on your battery.

In the mean time, try using a battery tender and see if that addresses your issue.
 
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Rotor does one slow turn. Thats all.
 
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Something is draining your battery. Find it.
 
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