Buell XB 2010, Service Manual

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Connect the cables to the correct battery terminals. Failure
to do so could result in damage to the motorcycle electrical
system. (00215a)
Connect positive (+) battery cable first. If positive (+) cable
should contact ground with negative (-) cable connected,
the resulting sparks can cause a battery explosion, which
could result in death or serious injury. (00068a)
Do not over-tighten bolts on battery terminals. Use
recommended torque values. Over-tightening battery ter-
minal bolts could result in damage to battery terminals.
(00216a)
3. Insert fastener through battery positive cable (red) into
threaded hole of battery positive (+) terminal and tighten
fastener to 60-70 in-lbs (6.8-7.9 Nm).
4. Install terminal cover boot.
5. Insert fastener through battery negative cable (black) into
threaded hole of battery negative (-) terminal and tighten
fastener to 60-70 in-lbs (6.8-7.9 Nm).
6. Apply a light coat of petroleum jelly or corrosion retardant
material to both battery terminals.
After installing seat, pull upward on seat to be sure it is
locked in position. While riding, a loose seat can shift
causing loss of control, which could result in death or
serious injury. (00070b)
7. Install seat.
STORAGE
TOOL NAME PART NUMBER
SUPERSMART BATTERY TENDER 94654-98
Batteries contain sulfuric acid, which could cause severe
burns to eyes and skin. Wear a protective face shield,
rubberized gloves and protective clothing when working
with batteries. KEEP BATTERIES AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
(00063a)
If the motorcycle will not be operated for several months, such
as during the winter season, remove the battery from the
motorcycle and fully charge.
See Figure 1-46 . A battery that is removed from the vehicle is
affected by self-discharge. A battery that is stored in the vehicle
is affected by self-discharge and, more significantly, by parasitic
loads. A parasitic load is generated by such things as diode
leakage or maintaining computer memory with the vehicle
turned off. Batteries self-discharge at a faster rate at higher
ambient temperatures. To reduce the self-discharge rate, store
battery in a cool, dry place.
Charge the battery once per month if stored in the vehicle.
Charge the battery every three months if stored out of the
vehicle.
NOTE
The SUPERSMART BATTERY TENDER (Part No. 94654-98)
may be used to maintain battery charge for extended periods
of time without risk of overcharging or boiling.
When returning a battery to service after storage, fully charge
the battery.
3 6 9 12 15
50 %
75 %
100 %
0
2
4
3
1
om00036
1. Capacity
2. Months of non-use
3. Measured at 105 °F (40 °C)
4. Measured at 77 °F (25 °C)
Figure 1-46. Effective Rate of Temperature on Battery
Self-discharging Rate
MAINTAINING CHARGE
TOOL NAME PART NUMBER
SUPERSMART BATTERY TENDER HD-94654-98A
See Figure 1-47 . Attach a battery tender such as the SUPER-
SMART BATTERY TENDER (Part No. HD-94654-98A) to the
battery tender connector when needed or if the motorcycle will
be sitting for extended periods of time.
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