16.
BATTERY/CHARGING
SYSTEM
SYSTEM DIAGRAM
SERVICE INFORMATION
TROUBLESHOOTING
BATTERY
SERVICE
INFORMATION
16
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0 CHARGING SYSTEM INSPECTION 16-6
16-1 ALTERNATOR CHARGING COIL 16-7
16
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3 REG U LATOR/RECTI
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4
16
FI E R
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GENERAL
The battery gives off explosive gases; keep sparks, flames and cigarettes away. Provide adequate ventilation when
charging.
The battery contains sulfuric acid (electrolyte).
clothing and a face shield.
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If
electrolyte gets on your skin, flush with water.
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If electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush with water for at least
Electrolyte is poisonous.
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If
swallowed, drink large quantities of water or milk and call your local Poison Control Center or a call a physician
i
m mediately.
Always turn off the ignition switch before disconnecting any electrical component.
Some electrical components may be damaged if terminals or connectors are connected or disconnected while the igni
tion switch turned to
For extended storage, remove the battery, give
life, charge the stored battery every two weeks.
*
For a battery remaining in a stored motorcycle, disconnect the negative battery cable from the battery terminal.
The maintenance free battery must be replaced when it reaches the end of its service life.
The battery can be damaged or overcharged or undercharged, or left to discharge for long periods. These same condi
tions contribute to shortening the "life span" of the battery. Even under normal use, the performance of the battery dete
riorates after
Battery voltage may recover after battery charging, but under heavy load, battery voltage will drop quickly and eventu-
ally die out.
from problems in the battery itself, which may appear to be an overcharging symptom.
ed and battery voltage does not increase, the regulator/rectifier supplies excess voltage
ditions, the electrolyte level goes down quickly.
Before troubleshooting the charging system, check for proper use and maintenance of the battery. Check if the battery
is frequently under heavy load, such as having the headlight and tail light
motorcycle.
2-3
For this reason, the charging system is often suspected as the problem. Battery overcharge often results
"
years.
ON
"
and current
is
Contact with skin or eyes
present.
it
a full charge, and store it in a cool, dry space. For maximum service
15
minutes and call a physician immediately.
may
cause severe burns. Wear protective
If
one
of
the battery cells is short
to
the battery. Under these con
on
for long periods of
time
without riding the
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BATTERY/CHARGING SYSTEM
The battery will self-discharge when the motorcycle is not in use. For this reason, charge the battery every 2 weeks to pre
vent sulfation from occurring.
When checking the charging system, always follow
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For battery charging, do not exceed the charging current and time specified on the battery. Use of excessive current
charging time may damage the battery.
BATTERY TESTING
Refer to the instruction of the Operation Manual for the recommended battery tester. The recommended battery tester puts a
"
load" on the battery
Recommended battery tester
so
that the actual battery condition of the load can be measured.
BM-210-AH
or
the
steps in the troubleshooting flow chart (page 16-3).
BM-210 (U.S.A.
or
only)
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
12V - 8.6 Ah
0.2
mA max.
13.0 - 13.2
Below 12.3 V
0.9
A/5 - 10 h
4.0
kW/5,000
0.421
0.1 - 1.0
,410.5
V
h
a
rpm
Battery Capacity
Current leakage
Voltage
Charging current Normal
Alternator Capacity
Charging coil resistance
ITEM
(2O"C/68"F)
Fully
charged
Needs charging
Quick
(2O"C/68"F)
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