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Old Dec 4, 2014 | 01:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Flhrhog
Neither place had an actual load tester, it was a digital pc of c$@p. Both places said the battery is good! I put it on and the bike it pooped and farted and I let off the start button. Punched it again. Fired up and ran great. Killed it and started it several times. No problems. What to do, spend 125 on a new battery or what?
Quit playing around and quit asking questions that have been asked & answered! GET A NEW BATTERY! No need to pay $125... a Deka ETX30L can be had on Amazon for $90...free shipping. If you didn't get the battery load tested, they only tested the surface charge. Asking more questions ain't gonna solve your problem...but buying a new battery should take care if it! Always a chance it could be something else, of course, but you've gotten to the point where it's time to get this out of the equation!
 
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Old Dec 4, 2014 | 01:53 PM
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Originally Posted by smithbrl
$100 bucks every couple of years or so is OK with me as long as I don't get stranded.
I agree with this.

In addition to a dead battery leaving you stranded somewhere, I've read threads on this forum that a weak battery can also cause your stator to burn out

I look at a new battery as just another maintenance expense
 
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Old Dec 4, 2014 | 02:31 PM
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Had same issue bought 450 cca Battery from bateries Now for $85, now turns over with no hesitation.
 
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Old Dec 4, 2014 | 06:00 PM
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Originally Posted by smithbrl
My original battery lasted 4 years. It's replacement lasted 2 years. Same symptoms as you on both of them. The first one left me stranded when it crapped out completely. I didn't wait for the second one to let me down. I replaced it 3 days ago. $100 bucks every couple of years or so is OK with me as long as I don't get stranded.
True that...just the price of admission.
 
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Old Dec 5, 2014 | 09:41 AM
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Screw the high-priced HD battery. Here's your battery:







$100 delivered. Do it and start riding again. And keep the tender on it when not riding.
 
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Old Dec 6, 2014 | 06:35 AM
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...After installing the new battery, push start button immediately after switching ignition on...my Power Commander V has never liked any sort of delay between these two steps.
 
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Old Dec 6, 2014 | 07:26 AM
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...After installing the new battery, push start button immediately after switching ignition on...my Power Commander V has never liked any sort of delay between these two steps.
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Mine neither.
 
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Old Dec 6, 2014 | 08:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Lowcountry Joe
Screw the high-priced HD battery. Here's your battery:







$100 delivered. Do it and start riding again. And keep the tender on it when not riding.
I agree. I got a Big Crank AGM battery from BatteryMart.com for my old bike a few years ago for about $89. Delivery included. What they don't tell you is it's a Deka battery rebranded.
 
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Old Dec 6, 2014 | 08:18 AM
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...After installing the new battery, push start button immediately after switching ignition on...my Power Commander V has never liked any sort of delay between these two steps.
What does it do if you delay? Any other issues with the PCV?
 
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Old Dec 6, 2014 | 08:46 AM
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What does it do if you delay? Any other issues with the PCV?
It seems as though it starts more sluggish.
PC-V on my ride for 5 years, no issues.

OP you may also need a starter clutch drive.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/201113767215
I am thinking I may as well.
That is one of weak sides of the "stock" HD starter.
 
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