Honda VFR 800 Owner's Manual page 48

Battery
Your motorcycle has a maintenance-free type
battery. You do not have to check the battery
electrolyte level or add distilled water. Clean
the battery terminals if they become dirty or
corroded.
Do not remove the battery cap seals. There is
no need to remove the cap when charging.
NOTICE
Your battery is a maintenance-free type and can be
permanently damaged if the cap strip is removed.
This symbol on the battery means
that this product must not be treated
as household waste.
NOTICE
An improperly disposed of battery can be harmful to the
environment and human health.
Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal.
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Maintenance Fundamentals
WARNING
The battery gives off explosive
hydrogen gas during normal
operation.
A spark or flame can cause the
battery to explode with enough
force to kill or seriously hurt you.
Wear protective clothing and a face
shield, or have a skilled mechanic do
the battery servicing.
❙ Cleaning the Battery Terminals
1. Remove the battery.
2. If the terminals are starting to corrode and
are coated with a white substance, wash
with warm water and wipe clean.
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