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How do you change the battery in a Harley-Davidson Street Glide?

How do you change the battery in a Harley-Davidson Street Glide?

This item: HDX20L – Harley Davidson, ATV and UTV Replacement Battery….Product information.

Manufacturer ‎ThrottleX Batteries
Brand ‎THROTTLEX
Item Weight ‎15.29 pounds
Package Dimensions ‎8.7 x 8.15 x 4.61 inches

How do you remove a battery without an alarm going off?

Loosen battery terminals a turn or two. Turn ignition on, and leave it there. Remove battery negative lead. Put a piece of cardboard or something between the neg terminal on the batt and the lead, to prevent accidental contact, during any work.

Where is the battery on a Harley-Davidson?

Getting the old battery out is the first step in getting back on the road, but removing it in the first place can seem tricky. Most Harley-Davidson models house their batteries on the side of their frames. The Road King, however, conceals its battery under the seat.

Do I have to use a Harley battery?

While the Harley-Davidson bike is a high-end motorcycle, it cannot function properly without a battery. Offering an impressive 310 cold cranking amps, this lead-acid battery has a high compatibility rating. It performs well and features AGM technology to enable multiple recharges without impacting its function.

How do you get a Harley battery out without setting off alarm?

Re: How to remove the battery without alarm going off? Have the Fob near the bike and turn on the ignition then turn it off. This should reset the alarm.

Where is battery on Harley?

Most Harley-Davidson models house their batteries on the side of their frames. The Road King, however, conceals its battery under the seat. Removing the battery is straightforward, something you can do in a few minutes.

Where is the battery located on a Harley Davidson?

If your bike does not have a frame-mounted seat strap, skip to Step 3. Since Harley moved the battery under the seat in the mid-1990s, you don’t have to remove a saddlebag to replace the battery on many bikes. Your battery is hidden under the seat, which may have a strap across it, attached behind the saddlebags.

How do you remove a battery from a bike?

There may be one T40 sized Torx bolt holding it down as well, depending on the year of bike. Use a T40 Torx bit to remove the bolt and pull the caddy off of the battery. Figure 4. If you have a security system, slide it off and move it aside.

When to replace the battery on a Harley Davidson?

If your suffering with a slow cranking motor and dim lights at idle, it is always better to be proactive and at least test the battery; rather than hoping it will last for just one more ride.

How do you remove a bike seat strap?

Use a 7/16″ socket or wrench to remove the bolt that holds the seat strap in place. Only remove one side and the strap can be flipped over to facilitate the removal of the seat. Figure 2. Use a 7/16″ socket to remove the seat strap. There is a Phillips head screw, or on some bikes just a thumb screw, that mounts the seat on the rear fender.