How to change the motorcycle battery

Changing the battery of the motorcycle is a simpler operation than at first we can imagine. If you have stopped using your motorcycle for a long period of time or if, after charging it, the motorcycle is still not showing signs of life, it is time to perform the operation. Performing a good maintenance of the motorcycle battery will help to extend its life. In .com we explain step by step how to change the battery of the motorcycle . In particular, we will explain how it is done in the case of batteries without maintenance.

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When it comes to changing the motorcycle battery, the first thing you need to clarify is if your battery simply needs to be charged or if it really needs a replacement because it has been damaged or because the use has ended its useful life. The reading of this article in which we explain when you should change the battery of the motorcycle will help you.

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Once you know that, in effect, you have to change the battery of the motorcycle, the first thing you have to do is locate it. Most of the models have it under the seat and others carry it under the fuel tank, but the simplest thing is that you consult the manual of your vehicle to make sure.

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To access the battery, you will have to either remove the side covers or lift the seat. Once you have it in view, you should check that the numbering of it is similar to the battery that you are going to place new, which you can buy in a specialized store or in a large commercial area. In the manual of the motorcycle you will be shown the model.

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Now, you will have to disconnect the terminals of the battery to be able to extract it. First you must remove the one with the symbol "-" and then the symbol "+". Depending on the type of battery, in order to remove it, you will also have to remove a holder.

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Once you have the battery out of the bike, it's time to place the new one. Now, you will have to do the process in reverse, that is, first you have to connect the positive terminal and then the negative terminal .

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Now, you only have to replace the seat or the protection plates and you have already changed the battery of your motorcycle . In any case, if you consider that you do not have the skill or the sufficient knowledge to do it, trust a professional to carry out the operation.