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Old Dec 13, 2007 | 07:46 PM
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Hey all, this is my first post but I've been on for awhile looking at posts.

Anyways now to the point. I have a 2005 XL1200c and for some reason the battery keeps dying. My mechanic tells me to just recharge it, so I bought a bettery recharger. Is this a common occurence or does it sound like I should get a new battery.

Thanks in advance!

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Old Dec 13, 2007 | 08:00 PM
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how old is the battery?, is the bike sitting for any time between rides?, a battery tender is always good for any down time, say over a couple days
 
Old Dec 13, 2007 | 08:10 PM
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yea sometimes it sits up to 2 weeks between rides. It's my primary form of transportation but as a college student I dont need to drive that much except for my joy rides.
 
Old Dec 13, 2007 | 08:12 PM
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oops, and dont think te battery could be over 3 years old
 
Old Dec 13, 2007 | 08:13 PM
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Did you mechanic test the battery and charging system?
It may just be time for a new battery. Some last longer than others. So far, my 05 battery is hanging in there.
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Old Dec 13, 2007 | 08:29 PM
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Check the battery connectionsand make sure they are clean and check the tightness of the bolts.
 
Old Dec 13, 2007 | 08:38 PM
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It's not unheard of for sportster batteries to only go 2 years.
That would be especially true if it's not kept on a
battery tender between letting it sit for 2 weeks.
 
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