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Old 06-09-2012, 04:41 PM   #28
dentheman
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Re: Battery keeps dying...

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Originally Posted by blaine
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Originally Posted by DieHardBigRaw
I just had it load tested and it test at 12.5V. I am wondering if I am not driving it enough to recharge the battery. I live on a military installation and drive it about 2 miles back and forth to work about 4 times a day (to work, lunch, and then home.) so I am only driving it maybe 8-10 miles a day, but am starting it 4 - 5 times? Any thoughts? Thanks guys!
Yep,your not driving far enough between starts for the battery to recharge.It may help to keep it on a charger/tender at night.
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And take her for nice long, enjoyable rides when you can! It will be good for you and her. (my bike is a she)
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