How to Install a New Battery on Harley-Davidson-Lithium Ion or Lead Acid
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 ก.ย. 2024
- Eventually, your Harley battery will need to be replaced. We show you how to install a new battery in your Harley-Davidson motorcycle. We'll show you the easiest ways to do this and which things to unplug. Whether you're replacing your battery with a lead-acid or lithium-ion, we will show you how. Don't waste your money paying a dealership to do this easy job. You can do it right in your very own shop or garage.
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When you disconnect Negative and Positive, unscrew Neg first and get it out of the way and then the Pos so you won't create a spark. Then reconnect pos. wire first then the Neg
wrong m8, negative is your protection against a lot of amps through your body so last off and first on
@@slizerdk you are wrong
If your careful and do it a lot it doesn't matter. If you want to do it by the book and your worried about things then the perfect procedure is Remove Negative First, then positive
Put positive back on first, then negative. Again, we have done it for so many years, we are just careful not to touch tings besides the battery with the terminals.
@@RyanUrlacher in the video you put the negative on before the positive. That’s what brought me to look at the comments.
Thanks for this video. It's great to see how these repairs are actually done before trying them myself. Not much of a wrench, but it gives me confidence to try them myself..
Thank you for posting this. I watched a few other videos on this topic and they didn't explain a couple of things quite as clearly as you did. With your instructions, I was able to get my battery swapped in no time. It being a lithium ion battery, it was super light as well!
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Ryan, a small plastic cable tie or a bread wrapper twist tie can also be used to tie the positive or negative wires together. Even an old shoe lace. Just something to tie the wires together. Depending on how often yo go into the battery this may help.
THANK YOU FOR THIS ! as i'm not much for wrenching, and a leave it 'to the pro's' guy i was able to replace my battery today and save a little $$. thank you again !
Another important topic is to speak about is battery lead removal sequence. I mean to remove the battery, remove negative lead first this will prevent a short circuit with bike's frame when you're removing the positive lead from the battery AS well to put back battery in place, connect positive lead first because if you mess up when doing negative connections like short to frame the negative post and the negative lead, nothing will happen if key switch is in OFF state. but doing reverse, i mean connect negative main wire to negative battery post and messing up with positive main wire with battery positive and frame, worst will be bursting battery or melting wire or screwdriver or making a hole in the frame.
Thnx Ryan - very helpful info especially about that battery strap - I changed my battery out in 5 mins - but I went with a $169 Duralast lead battery with 385 CCA instead of a Lithium. I last used extra large Lithium Motorsport batteries 2 yrs ago and they only lasted one season.
Thanks for the video, I found it very helpful. It may not be necessary, but I pulled the main fuse on my FLTHTK before swapping out the battery just in case.
Yah. You can. Especially if new. Suggested. We’re just very comfy doing it w/o having to do that.
I followed your directions and did everything you did, brand new battery 2017 roadglide, doesn't even turn on now, what could of happen???
Did you get an answer. The very same thing happened to us. Can't figure out why it won't start now.
Good little video. When you reinstall the batt. put the pos. on first, neg. last. That way if you hit metal putting the pos. on you will not spark because the neg. is not installed.
U certainly can. But many of us don't. Just be careful. You can pop a fuse.
That's funny because I was going to ask the same question. I know cars are different, but I was always taught that when removing the battery, you disconnect the negative FIRST and reconnect it LAST. Have I been doing it wrong this entire time?
6. Bei Ausstattung mit einer Sicherheitssystemsirene den Zündschalter EINSCHALTEN, wenn der Handsfree-Schlüsselanhänger vorhanden ist, um das Sicherheitssystem
zu entschärfen.
Das Batterieminuskabel (-) zuerst abklemmen. Kommt das Pluskabel (+) bei angeschlossenem Minuskabel (-) versehentlich in Kontakt mit Masse, können die daraus resultierenden
Funken eine Explosion der Batterie verursachen, was zu schweren oder tödlichen Verletzungen führen kann.
7. Das Batterieminuskabel (schwarz) vom Batterieminuspol (-) abklemmen.
8. Das Batteriepluskabel (rot) vom Batteriepluspol (+) abklemmen.
9. Den Heberiemen (2) ergreifen und daran ziehen, um die Batterie anzuheben. Wenn die Batterie weit genug heraus gehoben wurde, um einen guten Griff zu ermöglichen, kann sie von Hand vollkommen entfernt werden.
JUST A NOTE: If you have an alarm system, it will sound off when you disconnect the battery unless the main 40 amp fuse is removed first.
I'm a complete novice when it comes to these things... where do I find the 40 amp fuse?
Appreciate the help I have owned Shovel heads all my life this is the first new Harley-i ever had 2014 ultra limited this is the first Battery I had to put in it I just didn’t wanna miss anything appreciate it
Good video bro I’m old school need videos to help thank you for the videos. Don’t have a clue wtf I’m doing with this thing.
I watched your video on battery replacement and my question is where you able to use your tender pigtail with the lithium battery and a lithium tender with no issues ? Thanks Ray
Ryan,, super helpful,, thanks again... so what is the Dead Head plug?
It would hook to the purge solenoid if you bike was equipped with one.
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I changed my battery as covered by this video but since I’ve changed my battery I have to put my security code in EVERY TIME to start my bike. It’s killing me of a pain in the ass to put in a 5 digit security code every start. I also changed my FOB batteries to make sure that isn’t the issue. Do you have any advice. Thank you. Joe
Hi Ryan. Its good to refresh stuff from time to time to keep the old brain cells active well done.
Awesome. Yah, some have never done it and it might be their first intro into wrenching on their own bike. It had been requested many times, so we got around to doing it!!
Which battery for stock triglide select to
Ray l just want to say thank you. You helped me save a few bucks, and you also showed me how to switch out my old to new battery
On the note Sir Salute 👊🏾
Loooooooove hearing stuff like this. Helping as many riders as I can!!
Wanted to thank you for the great video. Over the past year, I have ventured a bit more into my own repair and maintenance. The information presented was perfect and made the change a snap.
Good video, just a note.....You should refit the positive terminal first in case you touch the chassis, also an insulated screwdriver ?
Good tip!
Hello and thanks for the video but I was told you should remove the main fuse?? is this necessary??
Yes otherwise the alarm will activate
Good morning. I can't get pass the plastic tray seating on top of the battery. Great value. Thanks.
There's a small plastic box, about the size of a cigarette lighter in front of the caddy tray. Anyway, no matter how much I tog and pull the plastic would not lift up. I'll keep trying.
Thanks for the great video you posted. It really helped me out on replacing the battery on my Harley Davidson Road Glide!
Thank-you for the knowledge. 🙏🏼
Many thanks for this information. I have a tri glide and your instruction were spot on correct. I wish you would have more videos on HD trikes as they have a few things that are different from two wheel Harleys.
Disassembly-negative cable first positive cable second. Reassemble should be just the opposite. Attach positive cable first and negative cable last.
Thanks for the in depth but concise explanations. It's greatly appreciated. To the point, no extra crap🤘🙌🙌
Another AWESOME How To video! The one you did on installing a back rest is how I found you several years ago. Keep up the good work brother.
U da man Russell! Long Haul Life!!
Kinda omitted a step in the seat install there Ryan! I noticed the passenger audio control switch cable dangling from the bottom of the seat. Also, I agree with previous comment about hooking positive up FIRST!
It was for the heated seat. He only mentioned it 5 times in the video...
I had to use lock tight. Last year riding back from Laconia i noticed my volt meter on the bike jumping around, i stopped at a rest area and shut the bike off to get a drink and when i tried to start the bike it clicked and was dead. I noticed the positive side had loosened over time beween the vibration etc..the reason I’m watching this is because it happened again! That positive cable is very sensitive if not cranked imo.
so batteries are different, we don't have to mess up with charger selection for bench use but what's happening with the small black box usually found in front of the bike used as solid state voltage regulator ? Will i have to call my HD dealer to have a matching voltage regulator box if i use Li-ION battery ??, Please put that topic in your video
Dzięki Ryan. Teraz nie muszę czytać instrukcji ;) pozdrowienia z Polski ;)
Thanks for the info.
Another AWESOME How To video!
Thank you, flowing you from 2015 when i was in morocco
Now in Europe and i own my H-D 107cci , is this battery also compatible with my model ?
I needed this. Thanks for all you do.
U betcha!
Thanks for making life a little easier🍺
No problem 👍
Great video quick and to the point!! Appreciate this video alot!! Thanks!
Finally went lithium battery SHORAI , QUESTION is battery charging outlet the tethering outlet the bike has a factory one do I avoid that one and connect the one that comes with the with the new charging lithium battery charger / maintenancer/charger it comes with its own positive negative to the two prong male female prong tether outlet should I utilize that and avoid the stock Harley one or should I use the Harley one will be just as acceptable
Or either way works
Hi there ! Interesting vid ! A mere question (probably a naif one for you), carrying on the two main electric cable's connecting procedure, why not doing it exactly the contrary as the removal one ? Removing >>> first neg then pos...... reinstalling >>> first neg then pos ?
Greetings from 🇨🇭 Stay well and have a safety ride !
Once again, thank you.
My pleasure!
Thanks Ryan, your videos are very helpful and informative.
good job on all ur videos , appreciate u don't waist time
Ryan,
I just replaced my Harley lead acid battery with a Harley lithium battery 🔋.
When I turned my 202
18 tri glide on, I noticed that the e give light stayed on longer than expected. And was yesterday. Today (5/4/2022) I decided to go on ride. However, the engine light still stayed on for the hour ride. Question, why is the engine light not turning off?
Thanks for the video it helped
Looks like PIA ! Every time I work on my 2015 RK I’m reminded how easy my shovelhead is to work on. Non the less thanks for what you do Ryan 👍
U betcha. Thanks for the shout out
My 2019 ultra limited needs a new battery what lithium ion battery do you recommend
I appreciate any tips on adjusting my rear brake pedal away from the exhaust it touches and rattles .it's probably an easy fix but I still would appreciate any tip.thx.joe
I hate electrical gremlins, I don't know if it's because of the climate in Florida but I use a product called OX-GARD on all electrical connections, any of the plugs I unplug any of the bulbs I change, seems to help
Hi Ryan can you do a video for a battery removal for my 2007 Softail Deluxe. Thxs
Great Video but you really should redo it since people don't read comments when viewing and following the instruction. The Negative Terminal should ALWAYS be connected last while in your video you did connect the Positive terminal last. This could cause an unsuspecting person to create a spark in an area that has battery gasses and blow up the battery or even worse send an electrical surge through out the system and fry electronic components.
Which battery to use in triglide
Should the main fuse be pulled first?
Sure, it never hurts and can help from receiving trouble codes.
If you have an alarm system, pull the main fuse first. Otherwise it will go off when the battery is disconnected.
What about the alarm when you disconnect your battery?? On 2015 limited
THANKS Ryan
Great videos
Glad you like them!
Hello, I am trying to replace the battery on my 2017 Road Glide and as soon as I remove either the negative or positive terminal the alarm starts to sound. Any advice is appreciated. Thanks
Great video, thanks!
Glad you liked it!
Hello, with ricks 2001 roadking did he do a video on his efi to carb? Im trying to find more details i have a 2001 roadking and tired of playing with the efi like to go to carb
Sorry, no video. He had it done by a local mechanic. Yes, I scolded him for it!
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I have a 2015 street glide will i need to redo any settings after changing battery? Or will everything be saved.
Thanks
Thank you for sharing this video I subscribed to your channel
I have a 2014 Police road king. Need to know how to remove the police seat to replace the battery. I plan on leaving it on, I do the funeral escorts in Florida. Thx, Doc E
4 bolts visible under the tractor seat. Remove them and the long metal bolt. Then there are a couple visible bolts to remove the plastic cover piece. Then you remove the battery from there like in the video. Ride safe
Thanx mucho!
Just a suggestion, if you have that many accessories it’s better to have a long terminal bolt & a dab of blue loctite. You don’t want those terminals to come loose on a stretch of dark road
Thx. Never had a problem to date. They stay plenty tight. Just finished an 8 day, 7 state, 3000 mile trip. All good. A guy could certainly throw threadlock on if he want's.
Ryan Urlacher I have a shovelhead also😆. My terminals always came loose without loctite. I’m relatively new to twin cams
My buddy reversed the polarity on the battery. Now bike cranks but no start. What happened. ? What can i check. 2014 Road King
is that seat available retail?
Yes, it is a Harley Davidson heated Hammock seat.
Do I have to worry about the alarm system when removing the battery?
No, no issues.
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@@RyanUrlacher Take another look at this. My CVO Ultra sounded off in the street until I connected the new battery and it was deafening. The service manual suggests to remove the 40 amp main fuse which I did on my second battery replacement with no issues.
Hey Ryan,
I've got an 07 Low Rider with a lithium ion battery... How do I disarm the security system to remove the battery for winter storage without leaving the ignition turned on?
Turn ignition wait for alarm to disarm then disconnect the negative battery terminal first then positive terminal.
Thanks for a great video!!!
What up Ryan, huge fan my brother do you have any videos on how to add lights & other accessories to the Harley Ultra Classic? I certainly want to be contributor to your channel.
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We're working with Custom Dynamics on some of their new products. Videos will be out soon.
I changed my battery but my security alarm started and didn't clear till the new battery was installed. What can I do to prevent the alarm while swapping the battery?
Maybe take the master fuse out? Not sure
You made a mistake in reassembly! You ALWAYS remove the negative first (which you did) but you always connect it LAST! That keeps the electrical reference to the frame isolated as you attach the positive connections!
which one's the main fuse?
It is the biggest one. Larger than the others, it will stick out to you.
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I changed my battery but the seat can't fit it like before I don't know why!?
Awesome video is the lithium battery smaller than the lead acid battery? Dimensions height and length?
Already did video here ==> th-cam.com/video/yDgUPSTYYL8/w-d-xo.html
Ryan Urlacher oh yes I forgot about that one. sorry
So... my Friends in the "Trades" tell me the "lithium-ion" batteries are NOT for cold weather. They say, when on jobs in the winter they have to warm (placed on the dash with the De-froster and Blower on high) the lithium-ion Battery(s) to get them to work in their tools that use them.
Living in the Great White North (AKA the Tundra - AKA Minnesota) I've been known to ride when the temp is below freezing. What do you know about the battery you installed and its ability to start the Scooter in the cold weather?
Thank you for your video and time!
Willie
I ride in temps below freezing all the time here like right now. check our video out and I test it in freezing temps. I explain it all ==> th-cam.com/video/yDgUPSTYYL8/w-d-xo.html
Ryan,
Thank you for the 411! The original battery in my 2011 Street Glide will not start the bike in colder weather. It's time to replace it. I don't mind paying a little more if it's worth it. Thanks again!
Willie
If you have an alarm system isn't there some procedure you have to follow before disconnecting the battery?
Nope
OK thanks.
you always instal the positive side first then the negative my friend.
You should if you’re worried about touching the frame or something for sure. Other than that it doesn’t matter. Done it hundreds of times. Thx for watching.
Hay when i put the new battery in does it mater witch terminal i start with
Remove Negative First, then positive
Put positive back on first, then negative.
But, as long as you don't touch the frame with terminals etc you can do it either way. The above is the safest way.
@@RyanUrlacher thanks for the info ride safe brotha
Thanks for the great video. I am puzzled by the order of reconnecting the terminals. Did you really mean to go with the negative first? I was taught to do this last. Please clarify. Thanks again for the video! (New subscriber.)
Matthew Dell, you are correct. He reconnected it in the wrong order. Negative should be first to unhook and last when hooking back up.
My alarm goes off when disconnecting the wires, why was this step omitted
Do you have a stock HD security system? We do and our alarm does not go off.
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Turn your ignition on, then disconnect the battery.
I'm trying to figure out how to store mine without the battery In it but I don't want to leave the key in it either.
Ryan Urlacher yes, 2017 stock alarm. Apparently it’s a new feature, I turned ignition on and pulled main fuse after that I could disconnect battery.
which one is the main fuse?@@AlastairT00
I have a 2017 model, so its the big red fuse on the left hand side (jiffy stand side) of the bike behind the plastic cover @@jibboom2112
Is that a stock seat?
Nope. www.lawabidingbiker.com/harleyhammock
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Thank you!
That tongue on the front of the tray is a major pain! I cut mine out....much easier to remove & reinstall now...👍
I did not hear anything about the alarm going off its tits when you lift the battery, even with the fob being on the bike.
If you turn the ignition on, wait for the alarm to disable then pull the main fuse out before you mess around with the battery. The alarm shouldnt go off then
Negative first negative last..
Glad you liked the video! We recommend that for many. Once you're experienced and you're not worried about grounding out on the frame you can quickly do it either way. If your not comfortable yet here is the order you should do it. Remove Negative First, then positive. Put positive back on first, then negative.