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12-VOLT BATTERY
Battery maintenance
WARNING: Batteries are hazardous. Before handling the
batteries, make sure you read and understand all of the
warnings given in Battery handling safety on page 36.
Failure to comply with the warnings increases the risk of
injury, death, or damage to the motorcycle or property.
WARNING: Never attempt to dismantle the battery, as doing
so can lead to leakage, explosion or fire, potentially causing
injury or death.
WARNING: Wear protective equipment when handling the
batteries, including gloves and eyewear, as doing so will
protect you from injury from any battery acid leaks.
CAUTION: The batteries can be heavy. Care must be taken
when lifting the batteries so as not to cause any personal injury.
NOTICE: The batteries should be stored at moderate
temperatures and in dry conditions. Failure to store the
batteries in the correct conditions could cause damage to the
batteries and cause them to lose their charge-holding ability.
Use a clean, dry cloth when cleaning the 12-volt battery. Make sure
that the cable connections are securely fitted to each battery terminal
and the terminals are clean.
The battery fitted to your motorcycle is a sealed-for-life type. The
battery electrolyte levels cannot be adjusted, and the battery does not
need any maintenance, except if the motorcycle is being stored and
unused for prolonged periods.
All Maeving motorcycles meet all vehicle recycling
requirements and End of Life Vehicle (ELV), Extended
Producer Responsibilities (EPR) and Waste Electrical
and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) recycling legislation.
Maeving will take back all batteries and dispose of them
in an environmentally responsible manner. For further
information, please visit: www.maeving.com.
Battery discharge and storing the motorcycle
To maximise the 12-volt battery life, it is recommended to maintain
the charge level in the battery.
When the motorcycle is being used daily, the 12-volt battery will
maintain charge. If the primary battery is charged and installed in
the primary battery housing, it will trickle charge the 12-volt battery.
However, if the motorcycle is not used for a while and the primary
battery is not installed, the 12-volt battery will slowly discharge. This
is due to many factors, including high ambient temperatures and
motorcycle systems that are still operational with the ignition key in
the OFF or LOCK position.
If the motorcycle is being stored, it is recommended to connect a
battery charger, conditioner or optimiser. For further information, see
12-volt battery charging on page 90.
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