Battery Holding Charge

[Questions]

I have a twenty two month old RTS. If I don't keep my battery tender on the battery it won't start my RTS if left over 6 to 8 days.
Is this about normal for the factory battery in a 22 months old RTS?

 

[Lamonster]

Was having the same issue but not all the time. Just added some mods and sure enough my positive cable was loose. :sour:

 

[NancysToy]

As Lamont said, check for loose or dirty battery connections (at the battery terminals inside the body panels). Also check for a loose rear frame ground (negative jumper terminal under the seat). Some Spyders developed excessive parasitic loss trough the radio of DESS. You can have your dealer check for those. There is a service bulletin on the audio system, and on the antenna moisture intrusion that can cause it. Beyond that, you would have to fully charge the battery, then test voltage the morning after you remove it from the charger. You may have to do this test with the battery disconnected if you have audio system or DESS problems. A voltage less than 12.7 volts after sitting for several hours indicates a bad battery, and time for a replacement.

 

[jerpinoy]

We have auto parts store here and they can check batteries condition for free. I hope you one too in your area, good luck:yes:. Don't forget Lamont's advice too.

 

[Questions]

thanks much JackDF

We have auto parts store here and they can check batteries condition for free. I hope you one too in your area, good luck:yes:. Don't forget Lamont's advice too.

Thanks much. I will try those things...JackDF