How to Charge the Battery on a Honda Vtx1300
by Robert GoodThe Honda VTX 1300 is a full-sized custom cruiser-style motorcycle. The battery is located under the seat inside a plastic compartment. Two outputs on top of the battery are connected to a battery charger you can purchase at an auto parts store or from a Honda motorcycle dealership. You'll need three hours to fully charge the battery.
Step 1
Remove the bolt at the rear of the seat using the ratchet set. Remove the bolts from the side of the seat as well.
Step 2
Pull the seat off the frame of the bike and set it aside. Pull the cover off the battery housing and set it aside.
Step 3
Turn the battery charger on. Connect the positive charger cable to the positive battery output. Connect the negative charger cable to the negative battery output.
Step 4
Allow the battery to charge for three hours. Remove the cables from the battery, replace the cover to the housing and replace the seat.
References
- "The Essential Guide to Motorcycle Maintenance: Tips & Techniques to Keep Your Motorcycle in Top Condition"; Mark Zimmerman; 2004
Things You'll Need
- Ratchet set
Writer Bio
Living in Tucson, Ariz., Robert Good has been writing from 2003 on a wide variety of subjects ranging from sports, gardening and cooking to auto repair, home maintenance and travel. Good holds a Bachelor of Science in psychology from the University of the State of New York.
