(4) BATTERY
This model adopts the battery which needs no
refilling of distilled water.
When cleaning the terminal terminals, remove
the screws attaching the battery cover on the
floor board and then open the battery cover.
When battery terminals are corroded, take out the
battery for cleaning.
After cleaning, apply a thin coat of grease or
Vaseline to battery terminals and then install the
battery.
CAUTION:
Never open the closed-type battery electrolyte
cap.
If the motorcycle will not be used for a long time,
the battery will discharge electricity by itself.
Remove the battery and put it in a cool place
after it is fully charged to prevent electricity
leakage.
If the motorcycle will not be used for a long time,
remove the negative (-) terminal.
Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks near the
battery while removing and installing it.
Turn off the ignition switch before removal or
installation. The negative (-) terminal shall be
removed first and the positive (+) terminal shall be
installed first.
Tighten the loose terminal nuts securely.
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