05-27-2017, 11:26 PM
(05-27-2017, 10:57 PM)rbike_imp Wrote: When I didn't hear back quick enough to make it in time to make a 3pm shipping cutoff, I went ahead and ordered the "chrome" battery. At $39, I can replace it every 2 years and be comfortable without spending 2-3 times the price and crossing fingers it will last 4-6. I'll report back with my results.
I had "equalized" the dead battery. I had hopes seeing 15.8 volts on the charger. I let it stabilize overnight, but seeing 12.14 Vdc in the morning, I knew it was a lost cause. At least the rapid clicks went away and I did get small partial cranks, but nothing long enough to enable a start.
BTW, I am in the battery business as an OEM supplier, unfortunately not for MCs. I will never get a Lithium battery for anything such as car, boat, airplane, ... No choice for phones,... and like items. ALSO, Lithium requires a dedicated proper charger and I am certain the CB's magneto is not designed/set to do it properly. Accident/Failure/Fire waiting to happen. I'll stay with AGM technology until something better is invented. Many personal items have taken my attention away from the CB (She is very upset with me - I still haven't installed my 19/35 sprockets). I should have been using the charger from time to time, but I did not think it would be over a year before I even turned a key - my bad!!!
Wow... less than $40 for a motorcycle battery? Let us know what you think. My KLR is about due for one... and I think my Harley too. With 3 bikes, 3 cars, and 1 boat... I buy alot of battery's!! If I would be nice if I could save a few bucks.