Charging disconnected
battery
Charge battery using a suitable
charger.
Comply with operating instruc-
tions of charger.
After charging, remove the ter-
minal clips of the charger from
the battery poles.
NOTICE
In the case of longer periods
when the motorcycle is not be-
ing used, the battery must be
recharged regularly. See the
instructions for caring for your
battery. Always fully recharge
the battery before returning it to
use.
Removing the battery
Removing seat (
Park motorcycle. Ensure that
the ground is firm and level.
with anti-theft alarm system
(DWA)
OE
Switch off anti-theft alarm if
necessary.
Switch off the ignition.
ATTENTION
Incorrect battery disconnec-
tion
Danger of short circuit
Follow the disconnection
sequence.
First, remove negative battery
cable
1
.
Push in the locking mechanism
and open the positive terminal
cover
5
.
Then, remove the positive bat-
tery cable
4
.
Disconnect plug
3
.
Remove screw
2
.
Press lock
6
backward.
Remove battery carrier
7
.
Lift battery up and out, using
tilting movements if the move-
ment is stiff.
Installing the battery
NOTICE
If the vehicle has been discon-
nected from the battery for a
long time, the current date must
be entered in the instrument
cluster to make sure the service
display is working properly.
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Maintenance
Summary of Contents for F 900 XR
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