Battery - Honda CRF250X 2006 Owner's Manual & Competition Handbook

Refer to Safety Precautions on page 25.
Your motorcycle has a maintenance-free type
battery. You do not have to check the battery
electrolyte level or add distilled water as you
would with a conventional-type battery.
NOTICE
Your battery is a maintenance-free type and can
be permanently damaged if the cap strip is
removed.
Electrical accessories use current from the battery
– even when the engine is stopping.
Limited operation also allows the battery to
discharge. If you have electrical accessories on
your motorcycle – or do not ride frequently, we
recommended that you charge the battery
frequently (see Battery Charging).
If you do not expect to ride your motorcycle for
at least two weeks, we recommended you remove
the battery – or at least disconnect the battery
cables (negative cable first).
If you plan to store your motorcycle, see Battery
Storage.
If your battery seems weak and/or is leaking
electrolyte (cause slow starting or other electrical
problems), see your Honda dealer.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds.
Wash hands after handling.
Battery Storage
If you plan to store your motorcycle, we
recommend you remove the battery and store it
where it can be charged at least every 30 days to
maintain its service life.
If you do not remove the battery, we recommend
disconnecting the battery cables (negative cable
first).
You will get the best storage results from
removing the battery and slow (trickle) charging
it every 30 days (see Battery Charging).
Before you remove the battery, be sure to read all
the information that follows, as well as the
information on the battery label.
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 maintenance.
The battery is located under the seat.
Removal
1. Remove the seat (page 36).
2. Remove the battery band (1) and screws (2)
(negative terminal (3) first).
(3)
(1)
(1) battery band (3) negative (–) terminal
(2) screws (4) positive (+) terminal
Installation
1. Reinstall in the reverse order of removal. Be
sure to connect the positive (+) terminal (4)
first, then the negative (–) terminal (3).
2. Check all bolts and other fasteners are secure.
Battery Charging
Be sure to read the information that came with
your battery charger and follow the instructions
on the battery. Improper charging may damage
the battery.
We recommended using a "trickle" charger (1)
for home charging. These units can be left
connected for long periods without risking
damage to the battery. However, do not
intentionally leave the charge connected longer
than the time period recommended in the
charger's instructions.
Avoid using an automotive-type battery charger.
An automotive charger can overheat a
motorcycle battery and cause permanent damage.
(2)
(4)
(1) "trickle" charger

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(1)
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