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Electrical System and Light Signal
Battery
The battery in this vehicle is a maintenance-free battery� Therefore, it is unnecessary to inspect the
amount of battery electrolyte or add distilled water� To ensure optimum service life of the battery, keep the
battery charged properly to ensure the battery has reserve capacity available at the starter motor� When
the motorcycle is used frequently, the battery charge is maintained by the motorcycle charging system� If
the motorcycle is only used occasionally, or used for a short time during each ride, the battery can remain
discharged� Batteries can also self-discharge from infrequent use� The rate of discharge varies with battery
type and ambient temperature� When environment temperature rises for example, the rate of discharge
could increase by a factor of 1 for every 15°C temperature rise�
In cold weather, if battery is not charged properly it can easily cause freeze the electrolyte, which may lead
to battery cracking or warped electrode plates, which appear as a bulge on the battery sides� Proper, full
charging of the battery improves freeze-proof capability�
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