Suzuki Burgman 400 - Service manual > Battery Recharging

! CAUTION When recharging the battery, remove the battery from the motorcycle.

NOTE While recharging, do not remove the caps on the top of the battery.

1) Measure the battery voltage using the multi circuit tester.

2) If the voltage reading is less than the 12 V (DC), recharge the battery with a battery charger.

Recharging time
0.9 A for 5 to 10 hours or 4 A for 1 hour

! CAUTION Be careful not to permit the charging current to exceed 6 A at any time.

3) After recharging, wait at least 30 minutes and then measure the battery voltage using the multi circuit tester.

4) If the battery voltage is less than 12.5 V, recharge the battery again.

5) If the battery voltage is still less than 12.5 V after recharging, replace the battery with a new one.

6) When a battery is left unused for a long time, its voltage needs to be regularly measured.

7) When the motorcycle is not used for more than one month (especially during the winter season), measure the battery voltage at least once a month.

1. Charging period
2. Stop charging

Battery Removal and Installation

Removal

1) Open the front box and remove the battery cover (1).

2) Disconnect the (-) cable first, then (+) cable.

3) Take out the battery by pulling the slider (2).

Installation

Install the battery in the reverse order of removal. Pay attention to the following point:

• Connect the (+) cable first, then (-) cable.

! CAUTION Never use anything except the specified battery.

Specifications

Service Data

Electrical

Unit: mm (in)

Tightening Torque Specifications

Reference: For the tightening torque of fastener not specified in this section, refer to "Tightening Torque Specifications".

Special Tools and Equipment

Special Tool

09900-25008 Multi-circuit tester set

09913-70210 Bearing installer set

09913-75821 Bearing installer

09921-20240 Bearing remover set

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