Just in case anyone else was wondering, I installed my new battery in a 2014 Ultra Classic, & the radio stations & all other settings were saved. My bike has optional upgraded radio with navigation like the Limited has.
Did you have to do anything with the alarm system? I saw a post a few months ago where a guy replaced his battery and then he couldn’t start it because the alarm system was affected.
I just took my battery out on my 16 road glide special, after I disconnected the negative, the alarm went off, kept going every 30 seconds for around 5 minutes, stopped by itself. I had the fob close with me ,hopefully it starts ok when I put the new battery in.
I can see we have a attention to detail disorder here ! Maybe it's best you go set your ass back in to your recliner ! On second thought just go back go bed and dont come off as what you are projecting ! Leave out the freaking neg!
Not sure what to tell you? I'm assuming that the screw is too long? Maybe add a washer on the screw and try that? Are you compare the screw on the new battery to the old one and maybe try that one?
In Arizona the heat kills batteries. They usually last about 3 years. I replaced it because I would ride it for a 1/2 an hour, stop to get gas and it had a hard time restarting. When I put the new battery in it starts right up. I could tell the battery was going bad.
How you maintain your battery while it's in your motorcycle has a lot to do with how long your battery will last. Keeping your battery on a battery tender and not letting it run down is vital in long battery life. If you don't run your bike for a few days, put on the battery tender. Remember that the radio and computer components are still using the battery even when you aren't riding it. Also, it's important to use a dielectric grease on your battery terminals to keep them corrosion free.
@@stephenkellar8886 Just pulled my tender off before trying to start the bike - and battery nearly dead. 3 year old battery. I agree that it helps - but heat if FL probably shortens the life.
That’s weird in Pennsylvania that tell us the cold kills batteries but I get at least 5 years out of one. It’s plugged into the tender from November till March except for maybe 5 or 6 rides if I’m lucky
Need to pull the 50a main fuse first before doing and electrical work
Great video, good camera angle I could see everything! Thanks
So you're replacing a 2-year old factory Harley Davidson battery. Wow. I guess I'm lucky I got 4.5 years out of my factory battery on my 2017 :)
Batteries in Phoenix Arizona last 2-3 years here. Too hot for them in the summer.
I have a 15 road glide special and I unattached everything, I guess I did more work but had everything out of my way!
Very informative. Great video
Thank you!
Did you lose any radio settings when no power was present t for the short time between old out & new in?
Good Question, I never listen to the radio. I always use my phone or a thumb drive full of songs. So I don't know.
Just in case anyone else was wondering, I installed my new battery in a 2014 Ultra Classic, & the radio stations & all other settings were saved. My bike has optional upgraded radio with navigation like the Limited has.
@@dennisj8572 Thanks Dennis for the info.
I started to cringe when I saw you grab that magnet tray. A magnet tray on a painted surface has got bad news written all over it.
It has a rubber bottom
I have a 2010 ultra classic and when I went to pull the battery out the strap broke in half. Any ideas on how to replace that?
Maybe pull it out with vice grips on the negative terminal?
Did you have to do anything with the alarm system? I saw a post a few months ago where a guy replaced his battery and then he couldn’t start it because the alarm system was affected.
I've never heard that before. Shouldn't have to do anything. I've changed multiple batteries and never had an issue.
I just took my battery out on my 16 road glide special, after I disconnected the negative, the alarm went off, kept going every 30 seconds for around 5 minutes, stopped by itself. I had the fob close with me ,hopefully it starts ok when I put the new battery in.
@@ThePa1nterhowto Did your bike start ok after all was done?
@@mrpayne1981 Yes fired up immediately with no codes or alarm issues
I can see we have a attention to detail disorder here ! Maybe it's best you go set your ass back in to your recliner ! On second thought just go back go bed and dont come off as what you are projecting ! Leave out the freaking neg!
Brother, lighten up, it’s call sarcasm.
I can’t get my positive tight
Not sure what to tell you? I'm assuming that the screw is too long? Maybe add a washer on the screw and try that? Are you compare the screw on the new battery to the old one and maybe try that one?
Why there was sparkle when I connected negative?
Disconnect negative first and reconnect negative first.
How has the deka battery held up??
I don't know, I sold the bike. However, I replaced it 5/2018 and it was still good when I sold it 2/2021 and it was still good.
@@Batman825 ouch, sold the road glide. Sorry to hear that.
@@scottgilbertson2618 No worries, I now ride a 2016 Tri Glide.
looking for local person to help me change bike batt in michigan does the dealership do it?
Most dealers will do it for free.
@@Batman825 not here in Florida.....dealership charges $65
Depends if dealership is busy or not I'm assuming if busy you'll get a fee if not busy they may help you out it all depends on their mood!
on doit deja retirer le fusible de 50 amp avant de travailler sur la moto
Would you be able to tell me why you replace the battery. I would assume a Harley battery would last longer than a few years.
In Arizona the heat kills batteries. They usually last about 3 years. I replaced it because I would ride it for a 1/2 an hour, stop to get gas and it had a hard time restarting. When I put the new battery in it starts right up. I could tell the battery was going bad.
How you maintain your battery while it's in your motorcycle has a lot to do with how long your battery will last. Keeping your battery on a battery tender and not letting it run down is vital in long battery life. If you don't run your bike for a few days, put on the battery tender. Remember that the radio and computer components are still using the battery even when you aren't riding it. Also, it's important to use a dielectric grease on your battery terminals to keep them corrosion free.
Battery is only warranted for 1 yr...
@@stephenkellar8886 Just pulled my tender off before trying to start the bike - and battery nearly dead. 3 year old battery. I agree that it helps - but heat if FL probably shortens the life.
That’s weird in Pennsylvania that tell us the cold kills batteries but I get at least 5 years out of one. It’s plugged into the tender from November till March except for maybe 5 or 6 rides if I’m lucky
mine lasted about 26 months..junk shit
Seriously, nothing is for free