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BATTERY
GENERAL
Buell
motorcycle
batteries
maintenance-free, valve-regulated, lead/calcium and sulfuric
acid batteries. The batteries are shipped pre-charged and
ready to be put into service. Do not attempt to open these
batteries for any reason.
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WARNING
All batteries contain electrolyte. Electrolyte is a sulfuric
acid solution that is highly corrosive and can cause
severe chemical burns. Avoid contact with skin, eyes,
and clothing. Avoid spillage. Always wear protective face
shield, rubberized gloves and protective clothing when
working with batteries. A warning label is attached to the
top of the battery. See
Figure 1-1.
label from battery. Failure to read and understand all pre-
cautions contained in warning label before performing
any service on batteries could result in death or serious
injury.
ANTIDOTE
External
Drink large quantities of milk or
water, followed by milk of magnesia,
Internal
vegetable oil or beaten eggs. Call
doctor immediately.
Eyes
Flush with water, get immediate
BATTERYTESTING
Voltmeter Test
See
Table 1-3.
The voltmeter test provides a general indicator
of battery condition. Check the voltage of the battery to verify
that it is in a 100% fully charged condition. If the open circuit
(disconnected) voltage reading is below 12.6V, charge the
battery and then recheck the voltage after the battery has set
for one to two hours. If the voltage reading is 12.8V or above,
perform the load test described in Section 7. See
BATTERY.
Table 1-3. Voltmeter Test
BATTERY CHARGE CONDITIONS
12.8
12.6
12.3
12.0
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2002 Buell X1: Maintenance
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Never remove warning
Flush with water
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Figure 1-1. Maintenance-Free Battery (Typical)
DISCONNECTION AND REMOVAL
1.
Remove seat. See
Always disconnect the negative battery cable first. If the
positive cable should contact ground with the negative
cable installed, the resulting sparks may cause a battery
explosion which could result in death or serious injury.
2.
Unthread bolt and remove battery negative cable (black)
from battery negative (-) terminal.
3.
Unthread bolt and remove battery positive cable (red)
from battery positive (+) terminal.
4.
Remove battery strap locknut (metric). Unhook battery
strap from frame near negative terminal.
5.
Cut any cable straps holding oxygen sensor connector to
battery.
6.
Remove battery from right side.
7.10
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
1.
Battery top must be clean and dry. Dirt and electrolyte on
top of the battery can cause battery to self-discharge.
Clean battery top with a solution of baking soda (sodium
bicarbonate) and water (5 teaspoons baking soda per
quart or liter of water). When the solution stops bubbling,
rinse off the battery with clean water.
2.
Clean cable connectors and battery terminals using a
wire brush or sandpaper. Remove any oxidation.
3.
Inspect the battery screws, clamps and cables for break-
age, loose connections and corrosion. Clean clamps.
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