Recharging Operation - Suzuki DR-Z70 Service Manual

RECHARGING OPERATION

• Using the multi-circuit tester, check the battery voltage. If the
voltage reading is 12.0 V (DC) or less, recharge the battery
with a battery charger.
* When recharging the battery, remove the battery
from the motorcycle.
* Do not remove the caps on the battery top while
recharging.
Recharging time: 0.3 A for 8 to 10 hours or 3 A for 0.5 hour
Be careful not to permit the charging current to
exceed 3 A at any time.
• After recharging, wait for 30 minutes or more and check the
battery voltage with a multi-circuit tester.
• If the battery voltage is 12.5 V or less, recharge the battery
again.
• If battery voltage is still 12.5 V or less, after recharging,
replace the battery with a new one.
• When the motorcycle is not used for a long period, check the
battery every 1 month to prevent the battery discharge.
A Charging period
B Stop charging
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
(V)
(at 0 – 40 ˚C)
14
13
12
11
10
100 75 50 25
Battety charged condition
6-23
0 (%)