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Battery Maintainer
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SpyderFun
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Maintaining a good battery life is usually as simple as keeping it plugged to a charger during long periods of non-use. Also, with the Spyder it has a magneto which means it is most efficient when operated at hi-rpms versus an alternator which is efficient regardless of rpm. Good riding technique can also help (ie maintain rpms above 4k). See this Thread: http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...11-RT-won-t-hold-a-charge&p=359084#post359084
Whatever you choose make sure it has an auto-off function when charge is complete and has a trickle charge (low amp) cycle. You should be able to use a cigarette plug type to charge using your 12vdc outlet in the rear trunk (RT model).
Whatever you choose make sure it has an auto-off function when charge is complete and has a trickle charge (low amp) cycle. You should be able to use a cigarette plug type to charge using your 12vdc outlet in the rear trunk (RT model).
ARtraveler
R.I.P. Dwayne
Battery Tender is that brand that I have used for years on all of my bikes. They do the job, and cost less than $30.00.
Battery is always kept at charge. When spring comes--my bikes usually start on the first try--even though they have been sleeping for about 5 months.
Battery is always kept at charge. When spring comes--my bikes usually start on the first try--even though they have been sleeping for about 5 months.
Bob Denman
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:agree: BatteryTender makes good stuff... :thumbup:
NancysToy
Motorbike Professor
I generally use either an Accumate or an Optimate. On smaller batteries I use the Battery Tender Jr. The Battery Tender and the Xtreme are both good brands, too. Part of it depends on what you want the battery charger/maintainer to do. The Battery Tenders are pretty straight forward, but do a good job. The Accumate 612 is handy for me because it has switchable voltage, and I can use it on my antiques. The Optimate has a charging pattern that seems to help prevent sulfation, in my experience. The Xtreme utilizes pulse charging technology that can actually rehabilitate a partially sulphated battery.
NancysToy
Motorbike Professor
I'm not familar with its capabilities. I have never had to worry about the CANbus on the Spyder or my 2000 BMW. No problems charging them with the ignition off. I guess some systems, including the newer Beemers, are more sensitive, though. The BMW batteries are also prone to swelling or exploding with the wrong charger. That is how I ended up with my first Accumate. Getting a charger specified for use with AGM batteries is important for use on the Spyder. If you have gel-cell on anything, they need a specific charger, too.
I have several battery tenders/maintainers. Battery Tenders and Wal-Mart tenders made by Schumacher. I plug in the vehicles I don't use a lot (tractor, riding mower, 4X4, RV, etc) 24/7. For BR1, I have a cigarette plug to plug in the trunk...works great. He is sitting out in the barn, plugged in, ready for tomorrow's ride to breakfast.
Oh, gee, I hear him now saying "lets leave early"....okay, I will go and run him 100 miles or so because he does not know it is not Saturday....ha ha.
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Oh, gee, I hear him now saying "lets leave early"....okay, I will go and run him 100 miles or so because he does not know it is not Saturday....ha ha.
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cougar
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Twenty Dollar bills.:roflblack:
BR1 has two bacon egg tacos w/red sauce, coffee and Wal-Mart regular gas w/10% corn juice. He tried the green sauce once and I had to take him to the dealer to get his plugs cleaned.
I have two beef enchiladas, (with Mague's special sauce), refried beans, lettuce tomato salad (small, w/olive oil) tortellas and coffee.
Twenty dollars is a cheap trip....
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