Battery Tender

[CrotchRocket]

Is it advisable to hook up my bike to a tender even though it is only 3 weeks old? Are there any possible issues that can arise? I ride 2x times a week. Anyone with thoughts/suggestions welcome.

[RYC1966]

I leave mine on there when I am not riding and I have no issues. It is supposed to maintain the battery, not fry it. If your in a cold area where you don't ride for an extended period of time...I would leave it on then as well...among other prep things for long term storage.

[Jaysus]

I leave mine on there when I am not riding and I have no issues. It is supposed to maintain the battery, not fry it. If your in a cold area where you don't ride for an extended period of time...I would leave it on then as well...among other prep things for long term storage.

+1 won't hurt a thing just prolong the life of your battery.

[E-RACER]

My busa battery is 5 years old using a b/t..and I have a second mounted battery that doesnt charge thats like 3 years old..

well worth it if You ask Me!!

[CrotchRocket]

thanks for the replies guys - i plugged it in and it needs no charging since its a new battery. i will keep it on though

[antonio1300]

dont mean to thread jack but with me being deployed and my parents being in my parents home while i am away. would it be wise to purchase a battery tender to ensure that my bike still runs once i return from deployment? none of my parents know how to ride bikes. i dont even know if they know how to start it up either.

[MC MUSTANG]

Antonio, while you are on R&R, get a battery tender and install the quick disconnect so that it is just plug and unplug. If they don't know how to start her - then try and teach them if you would like - but you might be better off asking a friend who is familiar with motorcycles to do it. Too many possible problems...

[Poppy]

Antonio, while you are on R&R, get a battery tender and install the quick disconnect so that it is just plug and unplug. If they don't know how to start her - then try and teach them if you would like - but you might be better off asking a friend who is familiar with motorcycles to do it. Too many possible problems...

Agree...or maybe a board member in their area can install it for you and give a walkthrough for starting to Mom & Dad?

[dadofthree]

The age doesn't matter, but if you ride twice a week you don't really need it, for longer periods make sure you get one

I have the JR.

[BusaWizard]

I have the Shumacher full floating charger from Walmart. Works great.

[mjrfd99]

Battery Tender anytime anywhere can't hurt. Keeps my batteries lasting for years

[Jaysus]

........ And they are small enough to carry while traveling... in large groups of riders someone always has a weak battery and you will be the hero.

[YtseJam]

I use mine all the time on both bikes..money well spent!

[BA BUSA]

It won't hurt a thing to use it on a new battery.