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Jul 9, 2012 | 09:28 AM

ojchillinndc

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Battery Tender

My bike has no choice but to sit outside. From what I can see on the web, all battery tenders need to be plugged in to a AC source. Is there no option for a strictly outdoor bike with no access to an outdoor AC source?

A couple of people suggested that I really need one but from what I see, there is no options for me.

Jul 9, 2012 | 09:42 AM

cHarley

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If you ride the bike regularly and for at least ~30 minutes at cruise speed, you'll be fine without a tender.
If the bike sits for weeks or months, like during the winter, the battery should be put on a tender. If that's the case, remove the battery and take it inside where you have a receptacle.

Jul 9, 2012 | 09:53 AM

ojchillinndc

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If that's the case, remove the battery and take it inside where you have a receptacle.

Ahh, did not think of that one.

Jul 9, 2012 | 10:35 AM

overhead

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Got sunlight? You can use one of these:

Amazon

I have no experience with that product, but have used others they produce and have not had an issue.

Jul 9, 2012 | 10:44 AM

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Got sunlight? You can use one of these:
http://www.amazon.com/Battery-Tender.../dp/B004Q83TGO

I have no experience with that product, but have used others they produce and have not had an issue.

Yep, I have a solar battery charger on my camper battery.