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billc.
Maxi-Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 124
Age: 63
Location: Atlanta, Ga.
Points: 982
Registration date: 2010-02-19
 |  Subject: Battery Tender or Battery Tender Jr.  Mon Nov 08, 2010 2:28 pm | |
| My 2 year old battery seems to be getting weaker. Any thoughts on whether a battery tender or a battery tender jr. would keep if charged ...or should I replace the battery. Also...the best place to buy a battery tender/jr. charger. thanks...billc. |
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edbancro
Maxi-Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 158
Location: Western Pennsylvania
Points: 1115
Registration date: 2009-10-30
| | Subject: Re: Battery Tender or Battery Tender Jr. Mon Nov 08, 2010 3:22 pm | |
| I think the Jr. should be just fine - I've had the waterproof version ( http://www.amazon.com/Battery-Tender-022-0150-DL-WH-Waterproof-Charger/dp/B000CITKCE/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1289254241&sr=8-6 ) for a few years now and have been very pleased with it. Amazon seems to have pretty good prices (that's where I got mine), I don't remember how much I shopped around.
If you're driving it on a regular basis and the battery still needs to be charged, then it could be getting near the end of it's life. You can do some checks with a voltmeter - I think the service manual describes them, but generally if you're getting less than a true 12.6v from the battery, then it may be on it's way out. |
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bigbird
Silver Wing Guru
Number of posts: 2160
Location: Winnipeg Canada
Points: 3057
Registration date: 2010-05-02
| | Subject: Re: Battery Tender or Battery Tender Jr. Mon Nov 08, 2010 4:14 pm | |
| I use a Junior. Works great. I read that if you leave it connected for an extended period of time, its "conditioning" function will reduce or eliminate any sulphating of the lead plates, thus prolonging battery life.
I can't vouch for that personally, so YMMV. |
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honda_silver
Site Admin
Number of posts: 2258
Age: 51
Location: Georgetown, Tx
Points: 3605
Registration date: 2008-12-23
| | Subject: Re: Battery Tender or Battery Tender Jr. Mon Nov 08, 2010 4:26 pm | |
| | billc. wrote: | | My 2 year old battery seems to be getting weaker. Any thoughts on whether a battery tender or a battery tender jr. would keep if charged |
Both will work. It depends on what, when or where you want to charge.
I read http://batterytender.com/resources/selection-guide.htm to understand the difference.
I chose the Battery Tender Plus, because I do have some gel batteries.
| billc. wrote: | | ...or should I replace the battery. |
The lights from the Batter Tender Plus helped me to identify a rectifier problem. The Honda service was surprised I detected it before it also burned out the regulator.
| billc. wrote: | | Also...the best place to buy a battery tender/jr. charger |
I purchased from here
http://www.pacificbattery.com/batterytender0128.html
Amazon also has free shipping._________________ Bill - Georgetown TX 07 Silver Wing ABS Clearview w/vent, Givi E96/TB19/E52 with Admore Lighting, Alaskan Leather, Wrist Rests, 3M Solas tape, K&N air, Hyperpro spring, Grip Puppies, Airhawk, Utopia backrest, Stebel, Apexcone HIDs, StingerZ LEDs (w/Backoff WigWag), Knight Rider Sequential LED, NGK Iridium, Power Commander III, Manic Salamander, Saeng mirrors, Garmin Zumo 660, Dark-Side Sumitomo Tire 
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billc.
Maxi-Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 124
Age: 63
Location: Atlanta, Ga.
Points: 982
Registration date: 2010-02-19
| | Subject: Re: Battery Tender or Battery Tender Jr. Tue Nov 09, 2010 6:45 am | |
| THANK YOU ALL for the information. I will look into your excellent suggestions and let you know what I find/decide....billc. |
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john grinsel
Silver Wing Expert
Number of posts: 528
Points: 1601
Registration date: 2009-08-18
| | Subject: Battery Tue Nov 09, 2010 2:11 pm | |
| If you ride everyday and have added no electrial junk, battery is getting weak, maybe colder temps bring it down. Since there is no kick starter or bump starts cannot be done, get new battery.
Since I ride everyday, I have never needed charger.....and of course no junk added...and my runs are usually more than 3 or 4 miles, battery stays up.
Long parked periods, disconnect battery. Add staybul is gas.
John Grinsel |
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bigbird
Silver Wing Guru
Number of posts: 2160
Location: Winnipeg Canada
Points: 3057
Registration date: 2010-05-02
| | Subject: Re: Battery Tender or Battery Tender Jr. Tue Nov 09, 2010 2:41 pm | |
| | john grinsel wrote: | | If you ride everyday and have added no electrial junk |
Remember, John, what you consider junk may be another man's gold.
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billc.
Maxi-Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 124
Age: 63
Location: Atlanta, Ga.
Points: 982
Registration date: 2010-02-19
| | Subject: Re: Battery Tender or Battery Tender Jr. Tue Nov 09, 2010 7:11 pm | |
| I have decided to get the Battery Tender Jr., as I think it will be more than adequate for my needs. I may also have my battery checked (the Honda Dealer said bring it in and he would check it for free!!). That way I will know I am keeping a "good" battery completely charged, or I will replace the battery. In that case I will ask for battery recommendations as to the best "value" for the price....billc. |
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dexterw
Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 2
Age: 63
Location: Fishers, IN
Points: 708
Registration date: 2010-06-18
| | Subject: Battery Charger option; CTEK US 800 Fri Nov 12, 2010 8:57 am | |
| When I purchased my Silverwing it came with a CTEK US800 charger. The CTEK has a LED battery charge % indicator that attackes to the battery and stays in my underseat storage. I can always see what % charge my battery has. This automated charger is for long term charging maintenance as well as overnight charging. You can purchase a cigarette lighter power outlet from CTEK. The unit seems to work well and is high quality. $40
I have not used the Battery Tender Jr. but I really like the CTEK. http://www.ctek.com/EN-US/home/default.aspx |
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