2025 Heritage Jump Start
Intermediate
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 35
Likes: 6
From: NC
I have a 2025 LRST. I have previously owned a 2021 Heritage and. 2019 Lowrider (and other Harleys). The 2025 has been redesigned and is not like the previous M8 models. Much of the comments you have received is no longer accurate. It is not as easy to get to the battery or starter to jump the bike. The simplest way to jump a 2025 is to buy a Noko jump box ($100 on Amazon) and a Noko accessory cable ($10 on Amazon). Attach the cable to the battery and leave it rolled up in the side cover for emergencies. If a jump is ever needed, it only takes 5 minutes. Also, buy a service manual. It has instructions on how to get to the battery. You dont want to have to deal with a dead battery on the side of the road. Soca
Thread Starter
|
5th Gear
Joined: Dec 2025
Posts: 9
Likes: 5
From: Minnesota
I have a 2025 LRST. I have previously owned a 2021 Heritage and. 2019 Lowrider (and other Harleys). The 2025 has been redesigned and is not like the previous M8 models. Much of the comments you have received is no longer accurate. It is not as easy to get to the battery or starter to jump the bike. The simplest way to jump a 2025 is to buy a Noko jump box ($100 on Amazon) and a Noko accessory cable ($10 on Amazon). Attach the cable to the battery and leave it rolled up in the side cover for emergencies. If a jump is ever needed, it only takes 5 minutes. Also, buy a service manual. It has instructions on how to get to the battery. You dont want to have to deal with a dead battery on the side of the road. Soca
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Oct 2012
Posts: 13,097
Likes: 13,026
From: Texas, USA
I've read the instructions on how to replace the battery on a 2025 model. It blows my mind, but not surprise me, that the engineers would make it that difficult to change the most common maintenance item on a motorcycle.
That BS is not limited to Harley. My friend had a Toyota Prius and needed to change a headlight. He had to practically remove half the front end just to get to the lamp assembly.
My opinion is that this is by design, aka on purpose. They make it so difficult that many people will just go to a dealer to have any maintenance done.
That BS is not limited to Harley. My friend had a Toyota Prius and needed to change a headlight. He had to practically remove half the front end just to get to the lamp assembly.
My opinion is that this is by design, aka on purpose. They make it so difficult that many people will just go to a dealer to have any maintenance done.
Thread Starter
|
5th Gear
Joined: Dec 2025
Posts: 9
Likes: 5
From: Minnesota
I've read the instructions on how to replace the battery on a 2025 model. It blows my mind, but not surprise me, that the engineers would make it that difficult to change the most common maintenance item on a motorcycle.
That BS is not limited to Harley. My friend had a Toyota Prius and needed to change a headlight. He had to practically remove half the front end just to get to the lamp assembly.
My opinion is that this is by design, aka on purpose. They make it so difficult that many people will just go to a dealer to have any maintenance done.
That BS is not limited to Harley. My friend had a Toyota Prius and needed to change a headlight. He had to practically remove half the front end just to get to the lamp assembly.
My opinion is that this is by design, aka on purpose. They make it so difficult that many people will just go to a dealer to have any maintenance done.
Tourer
Joined: Nov 2021
Posts: 479
Likes: 319
From: FL winter, northern MI summer
Yep, the battery is a real pain to get at. I don't know where else they could put it, the problem is the mono-shock that they had to tuck it under.
I added the NOCO boost cable pigtail, it's a much thicker cable than the charger pigtail, seems I paid about $30 when I got mine, they must have dropped the price. I fed it down on the right side under and below the right side cover.
I added the NOCO boost cable pigtail, it's a much thicker cable than the charger pigtail, seems I paid about $30 when I got mine, they must have dropped the price. I fed it down on the right side under and below the right side cover.
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Mar 2021
Posts: 18,262
Likes: 3,682
From: backwoods
Could build a ramp,if needed. I should build one for mine so I have it when needed
Also keep in mind could be icey driveway. Which will be tough with out with it running or with it running
Been thinking should add pigtails for jump packs. If they make converter could replace tender plugs
What about 7/16 boxed wrench as an extension to get jump pack on starter? This goes directly to battery. Wrap it in tape. Double check size
I believe pull seat and dick with cover on battery may be best option.
Put in trailer mode or just pull main fuse
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Thread Starter
|
5th Gear
Joined: Dec 2025
Posts: 9
Likes: 5
From: Minnesota
Some trailers are very steep. You are not pushing up mine and may bottom out frame.
Could build a ramp,if needed. I should build one for mine so I have it when needed
Also keep in mind could be icey driveway. Which will be tough with out with it running or with it running
Been thinking should add pigtails for jump packs. If they make converter could replace tender plugs
What about 7/16 boxed wrench as an extension to get jump pack on starter? This goes directly to battery. Wrap it in tape. Double check size
I believe pull seat and dick with cover on battery may be best option.
Put in trailer mode or just pull main fuse
Could build a ramp,if needed. I should build one for mine so I have it when needed
Also keep in mind could be icey driveway. Which will be tough with out with it running or with it running
Been thinking should add pigtails for jump packs. If they make converter could replace tender plugs
What about 7/16 boxed wrench as an extension to get jump pack on starter? This goes directly to battery. Wrap it in tape. Double check size
I believe pull seat and dick with cover on battery may be best option.
Put in trailer mode or just pull main fuse
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
megabutter
Electrical/Lighting/Alarm
1
Apr 25, 2009 08:28 AM