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Old Sep 6, 2009 | 04:11 PM
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Currently i own a 2000 Heritage Softail Springer with only 8800 miles . I purchased from someone who kept it in the garage and not really run much for over 2 years. I purchased a new battery for it and for the next 3 riding days i had no problems, after the bike had sat in my garage for 2 days i go to get on the bike ansd go for a cruise and the battery is DEAD!!! What the hell is going on . Anyone out their have any suggestions, i checked all the connections and their all tight. SOMEONE HELP ME PLEASE!!! Thanks Hankyhead in oneonta,ny
 
Old Sep 6, 2009 | 04:26 PM
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Are you not turning off the main switch? If any aux. circuits are on, the battery will die after a couple days.
 
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