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Some batteries come with a charge which may or not start the motorcycle. I have seen batteries come that are not topped off with acid, but the acid is sent in a separate container that you need to pour in. I would say in most cases that you need to charge or jump the new battery. Take it for a 10 minute ride and you should be good to go.
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When you put the acid in the battery it does charge itself somewhat, but not fully (perhaps only 75%). That is why it says to charge it, follow the instructions with the battery! When you charge it fully it makes the battery last longer. To charge the battery, you have to buy a battery charger and you need one that will only charge at 2 amps. A "smart" battery "tender" may not work as it may register the battery as fully charged. You need to use a simple (non computerized) 1-2 amp trickle charger. There are rules about the max rates to trickle charge, I've seen 10% of rated cold cranking amps (CCA). Lower amperage will be safer but take longer to charge.
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Do you really need to charge a new dry motorcycle battery?
Yes after you add the electrolyte.
How do you charge a 12 volt motorcycle battery?
Very gently. A motorcycle battery can't take as much charging current as a car battery, so you need to use the lowest setting on your charger.
How does the motorcycle charge a battery?
Once the engine is running it mechanically turns an alternator. The alternator generates a current which powers the motorcycle and also recharges the battery.When removed from the motorcycle the battery will need to be recharged using a specialist battery charger which plugs into household mains.
You've just replaced the battery and alternator in a 1998 Ford Escort. Do you need to let it sit for the battery to charge or is there more to it?
If you replaced the battery with a brand new one, then no. The battery comes from the store with a fuul charge. If it didn't come charged up, then you have bought a defective battery.
How many amps do you need to charge a car battery?
To charge a car battery you need aproximatly 8000 amps To charge a car battery you need aproximatly 8000 amps
How long to charge a 550 cranking amp car battery be charged with a 1 amp motorcycle battery charger?
In 24 hours it will be charged enough to start the car. You really need a much larger charger for a car battery.
What type of charger do i need to charge my 12 volt motorcycle battery?
Any car charger will do. I recommend that you use a trickle charger rather than a jump charger. Also, look into a Battery Tender which will not only charge your battery at a proper pace, but you can leave it plugged in an the Battery Tender will maintain your battery for you so that it never becomes low again.
How do you charge dry charge battery?
Unless it is a rechargeable battery you cannot charge a dry charge battery. If it is rechargeable you need to purchase a charger for that size battery. Automobile batteries are not dry charge.
What could cause the battery to not charge in a 1999 Chevy Tahoe if its a brand new battery?
Probably need a new alternator, or you battery cables or conectors could be bad If the battery is connected to your vehicle and it is not maintaining charge while the vehicle is running then it is more than likely your alternator that is out. If the battery does not have juice and is brand new then it is defective. I have also heard that if you place a car battery directly on concrete for a long period of time it will ruin. Always put a battery on a wood or a metal surface when storing.
What type of charger do you need to charge 6 volt 2 mph kids motorcycle battery?
You need a 6 volt charger. When you buy a charger look for one that monitors the voltage level of the battery while it is charging and when the battery is fully charged it will turn off. Indiscriminate charging of a small battery can easily destroy it. Being left on the charger too long can boil the electrolyte out of the battery. A battery can not recover from this action and it will need to be replaced.
How do you charge idog?
idogs cannot charge, you need to replace the battery.
Why do you need to unhook a battery to charge?
No, you can charge it in the car fully connected.
