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Old Dec 27, 2015 | 04:15 PM
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Indicating fully charged voltage is one thing, passing a load test is another - take it for a load test as suggested.
Originally Posted by jonmerrill
So, finally had time to go out and check the bike again. With everything off and cables connected, I get a reading of 12.94. As soon as I turn the power switch on, it drops to .08.
Clear signs that you have a dead battery - get it load tested, .....take enough $ with you so that you can get a new one while you're there.

You could jump start it from a cars battery, without running the cars engine.
 
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Old Dec 27, 2015 | 04:19 PM
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You don`t need to bother with a load test, it is failing without being under a load.

Get a new battery.
 
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