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Old Sep 15, 2008 | 06:30 AM
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My roadster might be wanting a new battery so I thought I'd seek you wisdom

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Old Sep 15, 2008 | 07:50 AM
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Why? Did your scoot talk to you in a dream or something?
 
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Best batteries on the market in my opinion.

http://www.odysseybatteries.com/

There is a guy out of Florida with a store on EBay who has great prices on them.
 
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Old Sep 15, 2008 | 08:14 AM
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http://www.odysseybatteries.com/appl...otorcycles.htm
 
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HD came out with a new sealed AGM (glass mat) battery in the past year that is the same type of construction as the Odyssey. I think the Odyssey only fits sporties 03 and older.
 
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Originally Posted by tennmoto
My roadster might be wanting a new battery so I thought I'd seek you wisdom

steve
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Are you having electrical issues? Double check all connections to the battery and check the plug connected to the voltage regulator!
 
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Old Sep 15, 2008 | 04:28 PM
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My New to me Roadster has been turning over a little slower lately,so I figure batts only last 4 yrs. My previous exp with HD also leads me to beleive I need a new battery and V-twin mfg. has one for $84.
And yes Roadster does talk to me,she says Ride Me!

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AGM from H-D is the only way to fly! Pretty much the only thing from H-D that I buy.
 
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You can find a cheap battery, but the HD battery will fit right and last a good long time.
 
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Whatever you choose, make sure you invest in a battery tender.
 
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