- Remove the seat (See Seat Removal in the Frame chapter).
- Slide the black [A] and red [B] caps out.
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- Disconnect the negative (-) cable [A] and then positive (+) cable [B].
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Caution: Be sure to disconnect the negative (-) cable first.
- Pull the battery out of the rear fender front.
Battery Installation
- Visually inspect the surface of the battery container.
If any signs of cracking or electrolyte leakage from sides of the battery.
- Face the positive (+) terminal backward, and put the battery into the rear fender front.
- Connect the positive cable [A] (red cap) to the positive (+) terminal first, and then negative cable [B] (black cap) to the negative (-) terminal.
- Apply a light coat of grease on the terminals to prevent corrosion.
- Cover the terminals with the black and red caps.
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Caution: If each battery cable is not correctly disconnected or connected, sparks can arise at electrical connections, causing damage to electrical and DFI parts.
Battery Activation
Electrolyte Filling
- Make sure that the model name [A] of the electrolyte container matches the model name [B] of the battery. These names must be the same.
Battery Model Name for KLE650A/B: YTX12-BS
Caution: Be sure to use the electrolyte container with the same model name as the battery since the electrolyte volume and specific gravity vary with the battery type. This is to prevent overfilling of the electrolyte, shorting the battery life, and deterioration of the battery performance.
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Caution: Do not remove the aluminum sealing sheet [A] from the filler ports [B] until just prior to use. Be sure to use the dedicated electrolyte container for correct electrolyte volume.
- Place the battery on a level surface.
- Check to see that the sealing sheet has no peeling, tears, or holes in it.
- Remove the sealing sheet.
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Note: The battery is vacuum sealed. If the sealing sheet has leaked air into the battery, it may require a longer initial charge.
- Remove the electrolyte container from the vinyl bag.
- Detach the strip of caps [A] from the container and set aside, these will be used later to seal the battery.
Note: Do not pierce or otherwise open the sealed cells [B] of the electrolyte container. Do not attempt to separate individual cells.
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- Place the electrolyte container upside down with the six sealed cells into the filler ports of the battery. Hold the container level, push down to break the seals of all six cells. You will see air bubbles rising into each cell as the ports fill.
Note: Do not tilt the electrolyte container
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- Check the electrolyte flow.
If no air bubbles [A] are coming up from the filler ports, or if the container cells have not emptied completely, tap the container [B] a few times.
- Keep the container in place for 20 minutes or more. Don't remove the container from the battery until it's empty, the battery requires all the electrolyte from the container for proper operation.
Caution: Removal of the container before it is completely empty can shorten the service life of the battery. Do not remove the electrolyte container until it is completely empty and 20 minutes have elapsed.
- Gently remove the container from the battery.
- Let the battery sit for 30 minutes prior to charging to allow the electrolyte to permeate into the plates for optimum performance.
Note: Charging the battery immediately after filling can shorten service life. Let the battery sit for at least 30 minutes after filling.
Initial Charge
- Place the strip [A] of caps loosely over the filler ports.
- Newly activated sealed batteries require an initial charge.
Standard Charge: 1.2 A х 5-10 hours
If using a recommended battery charger, follow the charger's instructions for newly activated sealed battery.
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Kawasaki-recommended chargers
Optimate III
Yuasa 1.5 Amp Automatic Charger
Battery Mate 150-9
If the above chargers are not available, use equivalent one.
Note: Charging rates will vary depending on how long the battery has been stored, temperature, and the type of charger used. Let battery sit 30 minutes after initial charge, then check voltage using a voltmeter. If it is not at least 12.8 V, repeat charging cycle.
- After charging is completed, press down firmly with both hands to seat the strip of caps [A] into the battery (don't pound or hammer.). When properly installed, the strip of the caps will be level with the top of the battery.
Caution: Once the strip of the caps [A] is installed onto the battery, never remove the caps, nor add water or electrolyte to the battery.
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Note: To ensure maximum battery life and customer satisfaction, it is recommended the battery be load tested at three times its amp-hour rating for 15 seconds. Recheck voltage and if less than 12.8 V repeat the charging cycle and load test. If still below 12.8 V the battery is defective.
Precautions
1) No need of topping-up
No topping-up is necessary in this battery until it ends its life under normal use. Forcibly prying off the seal cap to add water is very dangerous. Never do that.
2) Refreshing charge.
If an engine will not start, a horn sounds weak, or lamps are dim, it indicates the battery has been discharged. Give refresh charge for 5 to 10 hours with charge current shown in the specification (see Specifications).
When a fast charge is inevitably required, do it following precisely the maximum charge current and time conditions indicated on the battery.
Caution: This battery is designed to sustain no unusual deterioration if refresh-charged according to the method specified above. However, the battery's performance may be reduced noticeably if charged under conditions other than given above. Never remove the seal cap during refresh charge. If by chance an excessive amount of gas is generated due to overcharging, the relief valve releases the gas to keep the battery normal.
3) When you do not use the motorcycle for months.
Give a refresh charge before you store the motorcycle and store it with the negative cable removed. Give a refresh charge once a month during storage.
4) Battery life.
If the battery will not start the engine even after several refresh charges, the battery has exceeded its useful life. Replace it (Provided, however, the vehicle's starting system has no problem).
Warning: Keep the battery away from sparks and open flames during charging, since the battery gives off an explosive gas mixture of hydrogen and oxygen. When using a battery charger, connect the battery to the charger before turning on the charger. This procedure prevents sparks at the battery terminals which could ignite any battery gases. No fire should be drawn near the battery, or no terminals should have the tightening loosened. The electrolyte contains sulfuric acid. Be careful not to have it touch your skin or eyes. If touched, wash it off with liberal amount of water. Get medial attention if severe.
Interchange
A sealed battery can fully display its performance only when combined with a proper vehicle electric system. Therefore, replace a sealed battery only on a motorcycle which was originally equipped with a sealed battery.
Be careful, if a sealed battery is installed on a motorcycle which had an ordinary battery as original equipment, the sealed battery's life will be shortened.
Charging Condition Inspection
Battery charging condition can be checked by measuring battery terminal voltage with a digital meter [A].
Remove:
- Seat (See Seat Removal in the Frame chapter)
- Battery Cable Caps (see Battery Removal)
- Disconnect the battery terminals.
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Caution: Be sure to disconnect the negative (-) cable first.
- Measure the battery terminal voltage.
Note: Measure with a digital voltmeter which can be read one decimal place voltage.
If the reading is 12.8 V or more, no refresh charge is required, however, if the read is below the specified, refresh charge is required.
Battery Terminal Voltage
Standard: 12.8 V or more
- Terminal Voltage (V) [A]
- Battery Charge Rate (%) [B]
- Good [C]
- Refresh charge is required [D]
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Refreshing Charge
- Remove the battery [A] (see Battery Removal).
- Do refresh charge by following method according to the battery terminal voltage.
Warning: This battery is sealed type. Never remove sealing cap [B] even at charging. Never add water. Charge with current and time as stated below.
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Terminal Voltage: 11.5 - less than 12.8 V
Standard Charge 1.2 A x 5-10 h (see following chart)
Quick Charge 5 A x 1 h
Caution: If possible, do not quick charge. If quick charge is done unavoidably, do standard charge later on.
Terminal Voltage: less than 11.5 V
Charging Method 1.2 A x 20h
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Note: Increase the charging voltage to a maximum voltage of 25 Vifthe battery will not accept current initially. Charge for no more than 5 minutes at the increased voltage then check if the battery is drawing current. If the battery will accept current decrease the voltage and charge by the standard charging method described on the battery case. If the battery will not accept current after 5 minutes, replace the battery.
- Battery [A]
- Battery Charger [B]
- Standard Value [C]
- Current starts to flow [D]
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- Determine the battery condition after refresh charge.
Determine the condition of the battery left for 30 minutes after completion of the charge by measuring the terminal voltage according to the table below.
Criteria | Judgement |
12.8 V or higher | Good |
12.0 lower than 12.8 V | Charge insufficient → Recharge |
lower than 12.0 V | Unserviceable → Replace |