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Old 07-23-2007, 12:22 AM   #1
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Battery problem?

Today I stopped at the supermarket after a very nice 2 hour ride and left the key in the "ON" position for about 4 minutes and when I tried to start the bike on IT WAS DEAD! had to start it going down hill using the clutch... after this I was albe to turn it back on w/o problems! Are this my battery's last days? if so, which battery should a I get to replace it and where do you guys think could I find a good price one? Thanks again!



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Old 07-23-2007, 06:39 AM   #2
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It should have lasted longer than four minutes. Are you absolutely sure about the time.

If your sure have it tested. Battery Source stores will do this for free.
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Old 07-23-2007, 10:01 AM   #3
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Re: Battery problem?

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Are this my battery's last days? if so, which battery should a I get to replace it and where do you guys think could I find a good price one?
Maybe not. Mine is about 1-1/2 years old. I managed to run it down testing the turn signals. Couldn't have been on more than 5 minutese total. The battery is REALLY small. A thorough external charge and you probably will be OK............but as Badbob said.....

I suggest you get a sealed type like the original. Just gonna have to shop around.
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Old 07-23-2007, 11:58 AM   #4
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THanks

Thanks for your prompt answer! I'm sure it was less than 5 minutes. I'll get it checked today! thanks again!
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Old 07-23-2007, 12:28 PM   #5
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The Battery Tender extended the life of my cycles' batteries. It has paid for itself a couple times over.

I just kept it on the bike between rides. Sure start every time. Cheap battery insurance.



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Old 07-23-2007, 07:42 PM   #6
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The Battery Tender extended the life of my cycles' batteries. It has paid for itself a couple times over.

I just kept it on the bike between rides. Sure start every time. Cheap battery insurance.
Riding it every day works pretty good/
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