02-04-13, 04:15 PM
(02-04-13, 03:50 PM)carrier link Wrote: As I wait for my contact cleaner and wire brush I've noticed that my battery is at 12 volts and when I try to start it it goes to 9-10 volts...think I need a new battery?
As soon as you said it starts better with the lights off i immediately thought iffy battery!
I'd charge it off the bike first if possible, then measure the voltage before starting then after starting and make sure the bike is charging it okay.
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