Honda GL1800 2004 Owner's Manual page 167

Battery
The battery is located in the battery box behind the left side cover.
1. Remove the left side cover (page
2. Remove the clip and battery plate.
3. Disconnect the negative ( ) terminal lead from the battery first.
4. Remove the bolt and open the battery holder.
5. Disconnect the positive ( ) terminal lead.
6. Pull the battery out of the battery box.
Be careful to avoid damaging the cover under the battery box when you
remove the battery.
7. Charge the battery (see following section), unless you have been riding
regularly.
8. Store your battery in an easy-to-reach location off the floor, in an area
protected from freezing temperatures and direct sunlight.
9. Clean the battery box after removing the battery for storage. Dry the battery
box and, if paint is missing, re-paint the area.
10. Slow charge the battery (see following section) once every 30 days.
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negative ( ) terminal lead
battery box
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cover
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positive ( ) terminal lead ＋
battery holder
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battery plate
clip