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Here at Deadbeat Customs, we believe there is no better way to side-step the morning traffic than on your motorcycle. So, whether you want to explore the country or commute to work using your two wheels regularly, you must keep your motorcycle battery in tip-top condition. Here is how you do it.
Choose The Right Motorcycle Battery
Choosing the correct battery for your motorcycle is the most challenging part. You can find an extensive range of high-performance motorcycle batteries. Still, we recommend starting with a maintenance-free battery as it does not lose water when charged and is less messy.
The battery you find is sealed, so you have no acid absorbed on special plates or separators, and you need not worry about acid leaks. So no more damage to valuable motorcycle parts or accessories.
Still, if you have a battery with a sensor, a reminder is to replace it when replacing your motorcycle battery.
Keep an Eye on The Fluid Levels
Here at Deadbeat Customs, we recommend our clients check the battery fluid once a month. The fluid levels must be indicated as the max and minimum fill lines. Then, you can check and replenish it by taking it to a battery specialist.
But if you are DIY-inclined, you can fill it with distilled water ensuring you are in a well-ventilated area while wearing gloves and protective face gear. It helps to do this maintenance throughout the year, and the more you ride, the more frequently you need to check it.
Keep The Bike Battery Clean
Ensure to clean off any accumulated dust, small pollutants, and grime from the battery. Doing this helps to eliminate terminal battery corrosion. You can scrub the terminals with a clamp brush and battery cleaner.
Ensure the vent caps remain on and tight to prevent the cleaner from entering the cells. Next, use a wet towel to wipe down the battery and dry it with a clean cloth. Once the terminals dry, you can apply an anti-corrosion spray to deter future build-ups.
Store Batteries at Room Temperature
We recommend removing the battery and storing it at room temperature during winter to prevent the battery from freezing or cracking. Also, never keep the motorcycle battery on a metal or concrete surface as it will discharge faster. Preferably, choose a wooden or another warm surface spot.
Keep it Charged up
Whether you have stored your battery for a while or plan to hit the road, it helps to connect the battery to a charger to keep it charged. It helps to secure it properly to the charger using a positive charger lead on the positive battery post and a negative lead on the negative battery post. Before disconnecting the leads, it helps to switch off and unplug the charger. While this is a critical part of winter, it remains beneficial to do it year-round.
These are a few things you can do to maintain your motorcycle battery to keep you on the road always without it failing.
