Re: Replacing battery on 2004 1150 RT

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Darryl, 
your instructions were very helpful in getting to the battery on my 1150 RT.
I had gotten some instructions from another site, however, they left out one
very important point that you brought out,...how to remove the mirrow. This
had me stumped until I read your post. 
Do you have any suggestions as to the best place to get a replacement
battery?
Thanks,
Thomas 

Darryl wrote:
> 
> 
> 
> Alan Schlageter wrote:
>> 
>> It's time to replace the battery on my 2004 1150 RT. Does anyone have a
>> detailed description on how to do this - What panels need to be removed
>> and in what sequence - Where the hidden screws are? Does the gas tank
>> need to come off?
>> 
>> Any and all help will be appreciated.
>> 
>> Thanks,
>> 
>> Al
>> 
>> 
> 
> Alan,
>             i replaced the battery not so long ago on my 1100RT and i am 
> certain that it is exactly the same procedure.
> You need to remove the seat, followed by the left hand side mirror
> assembly 
> ( classing left with you sitting on the bike ). This mirror is held in by 
> spring clips and it will just pull off if you are firm enough.
> After that the entire left hand side upper fairing panel needs to be 
> removed. Just work your way around it and remove each dome headed bolt as 
> you come to it ( there are quite a few).
> Once done this panel can be CAREFULLY lifted off and the battery will be 
> revealed at the point where the front edge of the seat touches the tank.
> Remove the first battery lead and then slide the battery towards you
> giving 
> you access to the second lead which you then remove.Be careful not to
> short 
> anything out when you are removing it!
> I hope this helps.
> Also be careful not to damage anything as you are dealing with painted 
> surfaces!
> 
> I am sure that if i have missed something someone will be along to further 
> advise you.
> 
> Regards Darryl
>  
> 
> 
> 

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