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Old Mar 11, 2026 | 03:23 PM
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My friend replaced the battery on my 2010 Heritage and this piece was remaining afterwards.  I tried starting and the negative battery terminal turned bright red.  I tried ChatGPT and it says it’s the engine strap is causing this but the directions on its location was vague.  Can someone help and tell me where this goes?
My friend replaced the battery on my 2010 Heritage and this piece was remaining afterwards. I tried starting and the negative battery terminal turned bright red. I tried ChatGPT and it says it’s the ground strap is causing this but the directions on its location was vague. Can someone help and tell me where this goes?
 
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Old Mar 11, 2026 | 04:29 PM
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Sorry, can't help with your question but I wouldn't let that friend work on your bike anymore.
 
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No sh’t! Lol
 
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Old Mar 11, 2026 | 04:52 PM
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Is the terminal loose?

Is it the correct battery?

Make sure the positive/negative posts are on the same sides as the original battery.
 
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Correct battery and cables are on properly.
 
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Old Mar 11, 2026 | 04:57 PM
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Why did he remove that part?

It supports the tail light wiring harness under the rear fender.

Item 11 in the illustration:



 

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That is exactly what I’m looking for. Thank you!
 
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That is exactly what I’m looking for. Thank you!
I think you are really looking for a solution to the battery terminal glowing red...
 
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According to ChatGPT, this strap is part of the ground (?) and it’s causing the terminal issue. I’ll try it and report back.
 
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Be sure to let us know if that corrects the problem.
 
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