How to Install a Motorcycle Battery

Motorcycle batteries, especially during winters in cold areas, tend to receive little attention for long periods of time. If these batteries "die" and sit for a long time in this condition, they become permanently ruined. If this occurs, they must be replaced by a new battery.

Things You'll Need

• Replacement motorcycle battery
• Phillips screwdriver
• Wire brush (optional)

Instructions

1. Open the motorcycle's seat and set it in a clean place.

2. Remove the plastic battery cover (located just in front of the gas tank) by sliding it out.

3. If a battery is currently located in the slot, remove it by unscrewing its two connection posts with a phillips screwdriver. Then, unlatch the rubber holding strap on top of the battery, and slide the battery out. Make sure to dispose of it legally.

4. Slide the new battery into the housing slot. Make sure that it sits securely on the bottom of the housing.

5. Reattach the rubber holding strap on top of the battery. Shake the battery slightly to make sure that it fits snugly and securely.

6. Re-attach both of the connection posts by screwing them back in. Be sure to match the positive and negative connections with their corresponding posts. Positive will be colored red, and negative will be colored black.

7. Slide the plastic cover back over the battery and reattach the motorcycle's seat.

Tips & Warnings

• If there is any battery acid residue on the connection ends, clean it off with a wire brush.

• Always use caution when working around live electrical ends.

Resources

• Apex Motorcycle Batteries
• Battery Mart Motorcycle Batteries
• eBatteries