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MINOR MAINTENANCE TIPS
Care during long duration storage:

In the event the motorcycle is not used for a long
duration, the battery must be disconnected from
the motorcycle and connected to a suitable
automatic battery charger.

If a battery gets discharged, it can lead to
sulphation of the internals and the terminals and
reduce the life of the battery.

Keeping the battery fully charged will reduce the
chances of the battery from “freezing” during cold
weather and minimize the battery from an internal
damage
WARNING

Always disconnect the -ve terminal first and
then the +ve terminal, while removing the
cable connections

Batteries contain lead, sulphuric acids and
other chemicals, which are known to cause
cancer and birth defects or reproductive
harm.

Battery electrolytes are highly acidic and
corrosive in nature. Avoid contact with eyes,
skin, clothing etc. as it causes excessive
burning, irritations and other harmful
infections.

Always wear approved protective face shield,
rubberized gloves, and protective clothing
when working with batteries.

Handle batteries with care and wash hands
well with soap, whenever batteries are
removed, charged or assembled in the
motorcycle.