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Charging System/Battery
Service Information ………………16-1
Troubleshooting ……………………16-2
Battery ………………………………16-3
Charging System Inspection ……16-5
Regulator/Rectifier …………………16-6
A.C Generator Inspection …………16-7
16. Charging System / Battery
Service Information
General
The battery contains sulfuric acid (electrolyte). Contact with skin or eyes may cause severe burns.
- If Electrolyte gets on your skin, flush with water.
- If electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush with water for at least 15 minutes and call a physician
immediately.
The battery gives off explosive gases; keep spark, flame, and cigarettes away.
The battery fluid level should be checked regularly. Fill with distilled water when necessary.
Quick-charge a battery only in an emergency. slow-charging is preferred.
Charge a battery after removing the battery from the frame.
All charging system components can be tested on the motorcycle.
Specification
Tools
Measuring Tools
Digital Circuit Test
Circuit Tester
Item Standard
Capacity 12V-9AH
Specific Fully Charged 1.280
Battery Gravity Needs Charging 1.260
Charging Current Below 0.9A
Leak Current Below 1mA
Capacity 125W/5,000(rpm)
Generator Charging Coil 0.4-1.2
Charging Startrpm Below 1,300(rpm)
Regulator /
Type Transistorized, non-adjustable
Rectifier
Regulated Voltage 14.5
0.5V/5,000(rpm)
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CAUTION
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