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06-06-2008, 07:03pm
(This post was last modified: 06-06-2008, 07:08pm by TimF.)
Hi GMB
Have you tried other batteries? I've found that bike batteries can be quite fragile. I've left them in a bike for about 4 weeks without starting the machine or supplying a trickle charge. Then although the battery will appear to hold charge it fails after a few days.
Tim.
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Yes, sorry, I didn't mention that I had fitted a brand new fully charged battery. my first thought was a failed battery
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Did YOU charge it ? Most batteries are filled & handed to customers without going anywhere near a charger. Initial charging is critical for battery life...I'd leave it on trickle for a while.
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Yes, I fully charged it, also no short to ground in wiring loom
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Connectors would be my first thought too
Look for a discoloured terminal or melted connector housing... at the regulator connector
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It is going flat while riding. I checked all connections and pulled them apart, cleaned them with contact cleaner.I could see nothing out of the ordinary.So I am off to buy a rectifier today(old one tested ok by the book ). will let you know if this is the problem.
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New rectifier fitted charging ay 14.3 volts