Service and install the battery.

Service the battery only if the motorcycle has been sold or is to be used as a demonstration vehicle.

Remove the seat (see step 15).

Remove the bolt, then pull back the right side cover from the motorcycle.

Follow the instructions included on the battery case and in Service Letter #48.

The battery used in this motorcycle is a pre-charged, maintenance-free type. The electrolyte has already been added to the battery.

Do not connect the motorcycle battery cables to the battery terminals until the motorcycle is ready for delivery.

Place the ignition in the OFF position. Remove the battery hold-down strap and battery.

Remove the protective cap from the positive (+) battery terminal.

Slide the battery terminal nut into the battery positive (+) terminal. Connect the battery positive (+) cable to the positive (+) battery terminal, tighten the bolt, coat the terminal with dielectric grease, then pull the red cover over the positive terminal.

Set the battery into the battery box. Install the battery hold-down strap.

Slide the battery terminal nut into the battery negative (-) terminal. Connect the battery negative (-) cable to the negative (-) battery terminal, tighten the bolt, coat the terminal with dielectric grease, then pull the cover over the negative terminal.

Reinstall the side cover and seat.