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Old Jun 11, 2011 | 02:33 PM
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5.9 volts that quick would indicate possibly 3 shorted cells in the battery.
 
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Old Jun 11, 2011 | 03:20 PM
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was it in the garage all winter with out a trickle charger...you pulled it out and jumped started the bike...then your story begins? ditto on all the other questions and recommedations. Plus, do not ride the bike with a bad battery...that could damage your regulator and charging system.
 
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