The battery will die if you leave your moped or scooter idle for an extended period. Purchase a voltmeter to check the voltage of your battery and a battery charger to charge it. To avoid sparks, connect your power leads (positive and negative clamp) to the battery first before attaching the charger to a power outlet.
When stored adequately during long periods of repose, most motor scooter batteries last 2-3 years. However, they can quickly lose energy or lose their ability to maintain a charge after 24 months. When your vehicle starts slowly, even when ultimately charged, your battery has reached its “critical level.”
You may extend its life by removing it from your vehicle when you won’t be using it for a few days. Allowing it to remain attached will drain the battery. However, do not store it in extreme temperatures or in direct sunlight. Instead, maintain a full charge as often as possible while avoiding overcharging. The charging duration should be specified in your owner’s manual. The battery is typically located behind the floor panel, on a side mount, or beneath the seat of your vehicle.
Use the proper battery
It may seem apparent, but ensure that your battery meets the specifications and technology of your motorcycle. Using the incorrect battery will result in reduced service life.
Upgrade for the longest possible life
For some battery models, an upgrade is available that will provide up to three times the life if properly cared for. After you’ve checked for your bike battery, an upgrade option will be provided.
Correctly Charge
Always open the vent covers and check that the vent tube is not clogged in any way when charging a YuMicron or Conventional motorcycle battery. This ensures that no flammable or potentially explosive gases accumulate while charging.
Take Charge
To avoid internal damage, keep your battery ultimately charged. This isn’t difficult to perform while your bike is in regular usage because frequent journeys of more than ten minutes will do the trick, provided your alternator is in excellent working order.
If you take extended vacations from riding or make short, occasional trips, your battery will not be fully charged; therefore, connect a motorbike battery smart charger when your bike is not in use.
Intelligent chargers can monitor and sustain a battery while still attached to the bike. As a result, you can keep the battery at an optimum voltage and keep security systems and ECU memories functioning by utilizing one during extended storage periods.
Check the directions for your charger to ensure it has a maintenance mode and is safe for unsupervised charging.
Storage
When batteries are not charged, they naturally lose their charge. They cannot be recovered if the charge level falls too low. In addition to natural self-discharge, the battery may be required to support electrical loads such as security systems, immobilizers, and ECU memory, which will reduce its power.
As mentioned above, I recommend charging your bike battery throughout the winter.
Maintenance
Maintaining a thorough maintenance routine will help to extend the uptime. Although this varies based on the battery model, a typical schedule is as follows:
-Disconnect the battery from your bike, starting with the negative terminal.
-Place the batteries in a well-ventilated area on a clean, level surface.
-Examine the terminals for corrosiveness. If any are present, remove them using a wire brush.
-Remove the lid plugs and fill the battery to the appropriate level with pure water. (Only non-maintenance free types).
-Securely replace the lid plugs.
The majority of scooter batteries have a lifespan of 300 to 500 cycles, which equates to one to three years. So when you notice that your lights aren’t as bright, your acceleration isn’t as good, or you’re starting to chug up inclines, it’s a sign that the battery needs to be replaced. We’ve collected a list of battery care tips to assist you in extending the life of your scooter’s battery.
Temperature and precipitation
Bring your scooter indoors instead of storing it outside in the garage or shed. Extreme heat and cold can both harm battery life. This also applies to parking. Never park your scooter in direct sunlight; instead, park it in the shade.
While we’re on the subject of temperature, it’s worth noting that batteries can suffer from water damage. So don’t be fooled into thinking your scooter is safe just because it has an IP rating of 54. With an International Protection rating of 54, you may be able to ride through mild rain, but rushing through deep puddles where the battery becomes submerged will almost certainly kill it.
How to Dispose of an Old Battery Properly
Because rechargeable batteries include Nickel and Cadmium, they cannot be thrown away. These metals are harmful to the environment and to humans since they leach into our land and water supplies. However, keep in mind that you have many options available to you. Simply use Google to locate a recycling site near you. You can safely dispose of your batteries there.