How long can a motorcycle run on just the battery?
The average motorcycle battery will die after 2 – 4 months without running. Newer batteries can last longer with an average of 3 – 5 months until dying whereas older batteries will not last as long giving it an average of 1 – 3 months until the battery dies while the motorcycle is sitting.
What happens to the battery in a Harley Davidson Softail?
When a battery discharges, water takes the place of the electrolyte, which will not create the needed electrons for the bike to start and recharge. This is why it’s important to periodically charge your battery if it’s left unused for an extended period of time.
Can a battery be disconnected from a Harley Davidson?
Settings are stored in memory, should be no problem having a battery disconnected, not sure where you would connect a tender to with the battery out. Reason for pulling the maxi fuse with the ignition turned on is thats how the security system knows you are not trying to bypass the system.
How long does a Harley Davidson battery last?
Correctly maintained, a motorcycle battery should give you 48 months of use. However if you don’t ever charge it and rarely use the bike, it could be dead within 6 months.
Can You disconnect the battery from the fuse?
Then you can disconnect the old battery without the security complaining. Once the fuse is pulled, you can turn off the ignition if you want. Once you install the new battery, then replace the fuse. Should be ready to go then. Thanks…another dumb question… The Maxi fuse is the “main 40A” fuse correct? Thanks…another dumb question…
When a battery discharges, water takes the place of the electrolyte, which will not create the needed electrons for the bike to start and recharge. This is why it’s important to periodically charge your battery if it’s left unused for an extended period of time.
What causes no start on Harley Davidson Softail?
A parasitic draw occurs when one or more circuit remains powered after the ignition is turned off. A draw on the battery of more than 0.02 amps can deplete the battery overnight enough to create a no start problem. To test for a parasitic draw, place your multimeter to the amps setting in series with the battery.
What causes a Harley Davidson battery to go bad?
The most common cause of electrical problems on a Harley Davidson is the battery or the voltage regulator. Troubleshooting can be performed in any garage, and it saves on expensive service bills.
How to diag a 2013 Harley Davidson Softail?
This method works for 2013 and earlier year models. Move your kill switch to the run position. Press and hold the black odometer reset button and turn the ignition switch to the ignition position. Hold the reset button until the message “DIAG” appears. Press and release the odometer button to access the module selection menu.