battery charge
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3rd Gear
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battery charge
Had a problem with the battery going flat between rides and it has been suggested that I should get a plug fitted so when the bike is not in use
just plug in and keep it on charge.Quetsion is:with the battery on constant charge will it give off fumes and stuff the paint work or wiring.
just plug in and keep it on charge.Quetsion is:with the battery on constant charge will it give off fumes and stuff the paint work or wiring.
Road Warrior
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RE: battery charge
I have a battery maintainer on my bike, and I have never had a problem with any fumes causing problems. The maintainer needs to "float", meaning that it will quit actively charging the battery when it reaches the proper level and "maintain" the charge.
I have run a cable along the length of the bike so the end is under the seat, thus I don't have to mess with the airbox cover to charge the battery.
I have run a cable along the length of the bike so the end is under the seat, thus I don't have to mess with the airbox cover to charge the battery.
Tourer
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RE: battery charge
the battery tender jr is one of the most popular maintainers... however there are others out there that are more reasonably priced. I installed my cable forward of the battery and out the right side by the maxi-fuse. I do have to remove the side cover but it is no big deal. I only hook it up in the winter when I know I will not be able to ride for a week or so. it works great!
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the battery tender jr is one of the most popular maintainers... however there are others out there that are more reasonably priced. I installed my cable forward of the battery and out the right side by the maxi-fuse. I do have to remove the side cover but it is no big deal. I only hook it up in the winter when I know I will not be able to ride for a week or so. it works great!
the battery tender jr is one of the most popular maintainers... however there are others out there that are more reasonably priced. I installed my cable forward of the battery and out the right side by the maxi-fuse. I do have to remove the side cover but it is no big deal. I only hook it up in the winter when I know I will not be able to ride for a week or so. it works great!
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