Honda VTX1800R Owner's Manual page 135

Battery
8. Charge the battery (see following
section), unless you have been riding
regularly.
9. Store your battery in an easy-to-reach
location off the floor, in an area
protected from freezing temperatures
and direct sunlight.
10. Clean the battery box after removing
the battery for storage. Dry the battery
box and, if paint is missing, re-paint the
area.
Slow charge the battery (see following
11.
section) once every 30 days.
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Servicing Your Honda
Installation
1. Reinstall in the reverse order of removal.
Be sure to connect the positive ( )
terminal first, then the negative ( )
terminal.
2. Check all bolts and other fasteners are
secure.
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