
Charge with 2 A current until gassing is evident in all the cells.
Continue charging for 30 min. to ensure complete mixing of electrolyte, then disconnect
the charger and let the battery sit for 30 min.
Check the level of electrolyte after charging and top up as needed with distilled water
only.
Note: At full charge, all cells should show vigorous bubbling ("gassing"). If one cell
appears quiet or boils off electrolyte, it indicates a cell problem such as sulfation, broken
plate connections or shorting of plates, in which cases the battery should be replaced.
After charging, wipe the battery with a damp rag, then wipe dry. Reinstall the plugs.
Scrape the contact areas of the posts to bright lead, and coat the posts, bolts, washers and
nuts with commercial battery grease or petroleum jelly. The battery may now be
installed in the motorcycle.
Removing or Installing the Battery
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Remove the saddle.
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Disconnect the wires from the battery terminals.
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Undo the nut which holds the battery fastening band and remove the battery.
Reinstall the battery in the reverse sequence. Clean the terminals and apply acid-proof
grease to the connections to help prevent corrosion in service.
CAUTION: To prevent short-circuiting the battery, always disconnect the negative
terminal first, then the positive terminal. When connecting, attach the positive
terminal first, then the negative terminal. To protect the battery posts from
breaking off, always hold the terminal bolt with a wrench when unscrewing the
nuts. Use caution to prevent dropping a wrench across the battery terminals.
Storage of batteries during lay-up
The batteries mounted on a motorcycle during long term suspensions in service or winter
lay-up should be kept charged and the electrolyte level monitored every month.
Before lay-up:
1. Fully charge the battery.
2. Replace the plugs, wash the battery surface with a baking soda/water solution and
wipe dry.
3. Clean the bolts and nuts of dirt and oxidation and lubricate with acid-resistant battery
grease.
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