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Old Jul 24th, 2010, 02:13 PM     #1
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dead battery
Harley wont hold a charge for more then two days checked all wiring lookin for a short fond none. on off switch is really sloppy maybe thats the problem dont know cant figure it out
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Old Jul 24th, 2010, 02:25 PM     #2
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Re: dead battery
Charge the battery. Disconnect it completely from the bike and see if it self drains... OR...if you don't want to wait 2 days, insert an amp-meter into one of the battery leads and see if you have a hidden drain.

You must establish where and if you have a bike drain or if it is a battery issue.
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Old Jul 24th, 2010, 02:30 PM     #3
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How old is the battery,just sitting or riding,check battery connections at both ends of cables, is it a HD battery?????? Does battery go dead when not connected to the bike ??? Need more info. to help.
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Old Jul 26th, 2010, 07:30 PM     #4
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The battery is self draining. Thanks for your help. pretty simple fix.
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Old Dec 5th, 2010, 10:55 AM     #5
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Re: dead battery
I know batteries, don't know much else but you may get a charge out of this.
Best battery on the market Odyssey ODYSSEY Batteries - Dealer Locator.
Good Battery optimizer Optimate 3 by Honda

Never store any battery on a cement floor over a long period of time.

Always store your battery in a dry cool place 50 to 70

When charging a battery always connect to terminals before plugging the charger in.

Never text your battery with your tongue.
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Old Dec 5th, 2010, 10:58 AM     #6
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Re: dead battery
Quote: Originally Posted by bubbacraft View Post
Never text your battery with your tongue.
My battery never answers my texts anyways!
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Old Dec 5th, 2010, 11:02 AM     #7
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LOL on the typo. TEXT TEST I should test my text
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Old Dec 5th, 2010, 11:56 AM     #8
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Some guys won't let you get away with anything. LOL
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Old Dec 5th, 2010, 11:59 AM     #9
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Some guys won't let you get away with anything. LOL
Yep, good thing you didnt mention a camera or pictures its all in fun thats what makes this the best there is humor and great info
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Old Dec 6th, 2010, 06:55 AM     #10
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Storing a battery on a cement floor makes no difference.... I'ts a pretty common misconception.
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