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I searched for info about replacing battery...
... on my 2010 RT and have watched video... when I replace the battery do I need to do anything with the nanny/electronics? Or can I just remove and replace the battery and then just fire it up and RYDE?!?
Jim
Ryde, eat, sleep.... repeat
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When I replaced mine on my 2010, I just replaced the battery. Did not have to mess with the nanny. I just needed to reset the clock.
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That is good news....
Originally Posted by Bandera
When I replaced mine on my 2010, I just replaced the battery. Did not have to mess with the nanny. I just needed to reset the clock.
Michael
... and thanks Michael. Gonna go take the battery out and replace it before our trip to Arkansas.
Jim
Ryde, eat, sleep.... repeat
2019 Spyder RT Limited Pearl White/Dark
LaMonster drink holder with X-Grip
LaMonster Belt Dampener
Lamonster USB cable with extension
Variously called Stormtrooper, Pearl, and Goober by wife and various (friends?)
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Remember, when removing the old battery disconnect the negative cable first, and when installing the new battery connect the negative cable last.
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Originally Posted by JayBros
Remember, when removing the old battery disconnect the negative cable first, and when installing the new battery connect the negative cable last.
And make sure that your new battery has a full charge BEFORE installing it.
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UPDATE: Don't you love it when...
...you get some good news?? Removed the battery today (2010 RT) and took it to Advance Auto. Had guy check it out... it's a GOOD BATTERY showing all the right numbers. Didn't have to buy a new one. Put battery back in (followed tips in this thread) and added cable for new heated vest. Checked to be sure vest was heating before reinstalling tupperware... Buttoned everything up and started byke to be sure it runs... it does... Ready for our trip to Arkansas and back - about 2000 miles with ryding while we are there. I appreciate the tips and advice everyone!
Jim
Ryde, eat, sleep.... repeat
2019 Spyder RT Limited Pearl White/Dark
LaMonster drink holder with X-Grip
LaMonster Belt Dampener
Lamonster USB cable with extension
Variously called Stormtrooper, Pearl, and Goober by wife and various (friends?)
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Originally Posted by BigGuy66
.I appreciate the tips and advice everyone!
Jim
You didn't mention charging it up.
After all of the messing around, that might be a very good idea.
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Looks like I can ryde today...
Originally Posted by Easy Rider
You didn't mention charging it up.
After all of the messing around, that might be a very good idea.
...to get that battery charged... and then trickle charge while sitting and waiting for going to AR.
Jim
Ryde, eat, sleep.... repeat
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Originally Posted by BigGuy66
...you get some good news?? Removed the battery today (2010 RT) and took it to Advance Auto. Had guy check it out... it's a GOOD BATTERY showing all the right numbers. Didn't have to buy a new one. Put battery back in (followed tips in this thread) and added cable for new heated vest. Checked to be sure vest was heating before reinstalling tupperware... Buttoned everything up and started byke to be sure it runs... it does... Ready for our trip to Arkansas and back - about 2000 miles with ryding while we are there. I appreciate the tips and advice everyone!
Jim
Surely that is not the original battery. If by chance it is I would change it regardless of the readings. You would be way overdue.
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Depending on several variables, the rule in battery testing and life is:
if the battery tests bad, it is bad.
If it test good, it could still be bad.
Battery testing is not a perfect science. Knowledge of it's history is critical for estimating the amount of life left in it. If it has lived on a tender when not in use, it will probably last much longer than one that wasn't. If it was dropped or in an accident, that should be taken into account. If it was ever allowed to go completely dead, that is not good either. Many variables. If you want to be reasonably sure you won't have any issues, get the new battery. It can save a lot of grief.
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