Delboy's Garage, Harley Sportster Battery Replacement .
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- Опубліковано 15 вер 2024
- Quick video on 'How-To' replace the battery on your Harley Davidson Sportster, simple little task, but here's a quick guide for those if don't know, and want to save £150 by not going to the main dealer.
Six years later and your videos are still helpful! Thank you for the tutorial.
Most welcome Sir, glad it helped you!
best tutorial ive found yet had the exact same problem now my sportster starts and runs like a dream cheers delboys garage
Created a UA-cam profile just to thank you for this video - it undoubtedly saved me hundreds of dollars. Thanks for the easy-to-follow instructions and MotoBatt recommendation!
Well done buddy, that's what we like to hear... lots of money saved and a happy working motorcycle! It's chronic how much money that Harley want for a battery, not to mention how much they'd charge to fit it, so good housekeeping there brother! Lots of other Harley vids on our Channel ... take care, Del
Del,
I have the highest respect for you and your tutorials. My only comment is that you make it look so damn easy. It took me 3 hours struggle where I called the bike several choice terms that I hope never to repeat, And an extra trip to the Harley dealer to replace a nut that I dropped somewhere in the Twilight Zone, never to be heard from again. But I completed it, it started, and once again, all is right with the world. Thanks again.
David
Hi David, not uncommon mate, but remember, if you've never done it before, any job takes longer... I have the same issue, but the next time you do that, it will take you half the time and you'll do it with no stress - well done mate, least you took it on and didn't pay someone else to do it ! Ride safe, Del
This is hands down the most helpful video I have ever watched on UA-cam. I am a novice and even I was able to the change my battery with Del's guidance. This guy is awesome!
Novice rider from Texas here and just wanted to say THANK YOU!!!!! for this easy to follow and HIGHLY informative video on this process. Couldn’t have done it without you, and DEFINITELY wouldn’t have been as easy as you helped make it! Thank you!!!
Thanks for posting this! It was a huge money saver to do it myself. I was terrified to work on my bike, but this video made it easy. All except putting the battery back in, putting the negative back on was a lot harder than you made it look, but I didn't have the best tools for the job, I'm back up and running, and I'm not a mechanic. Thanks again!
Hey buddy, it doesn't matter how you get it done, as long as you do...yes it can be a fiddly job and take a while to get those batteries packed back in right...but its not like you'll need to touch it again for a few years aye... good luck matey, and thanks for watching.. keep doimg yer own stuff, its way better than paying the stealership...
Had the battery go dead while stopped to shop, called a friend who replaced the battery.. Got home ok and went the following day to ride and wouldn't start. Lights came on and bright, but nothing. So I watched this to learn how to take seat off and look at things and NOT be afraid I would screw things up more... Will attempt looking again, as it got to hot to work outside on it. Boyfriend is out of town and he isn't available to help.. So next step to find a class to take on general bike mechanics... Thanks for all the tips and the video!
Hello DB,
Yup you were right. I checked the connection on the battery and both of them were lose. Thank you so much brother.. please do not stop posting your videos. Again, thnx a million!
+Eduardo Delucca Hey Eduardo, thats good news, nothing like getting something fixed for peace of mind... glad we could help brother.. take care.. Del.
The best the most professional UA-cam videos for Harley Davidson sportster.
Oh my goodness, thank you so much for those kind words... that is praise indeed, am glad we can help you out !
Did mine today as complete bike novice and bow to your expertise... However managed to get it all done and got my first ride of spring, huge thanks :-)
+Andrew Morgan CHeers buddy, glad it could help you... and good to get the first ride of the season out of the way - thanks for watching!
Dellboy exudes both confidence and competence - my go to HD channel.
Thank You.
Iv got a 2010 iron , 2800 miles ,always on optimate , battery has lasted until Aug 2023 😮 just watching to see recommended batteries ,come across yours , very helpful video ,thankyou 👍
Great to hear, you're welcome!
You make the best videos. I would have made a mess of it had I not watched your video. Just changed out the battery on my 2014 Iron. Thank you from Nogales, AZ USA
Hi David, Just catching up with messages, Thanks for you feedback sir, im glad the video helped you out...
Thanks, been working a lot on my rebel 250 and just started on my Harley 2010 custom 1200XL was paying those guys 100 bucks to change my oil and after I watched UA-cam vids I've saved a ton and you saved my ears cause I'd never know about the alarm! Yes your vids help a lot and I'll be watching again as I change my batt and get the one your using!!
Glad it's been able to help you Patrick, thanks for taking the time to let us know... ride safe!
Absolutely great video mate. Saved me a few hundred dollars. I am in Vietnam and the only Harley dealer here was going to charge me close to 250 USD to replace the battery. With your video, I saved $200 and learn't more about my bike. Thanks heaps mate.
+Ian Simpson Ian, thats great news mate, and exactly why we load these videos, im so glad you saved so much money.... good luck with your bike, and enjoy every mile buddy... !
By far the best tutorial EVER; I'm still deaf from the last time I swapped the battery, so this'll be a walk in the park!
I am really glad I watched this video. I took my sportster out for the first long ride today and I noticed the side cover was coming off. I wouldn't have even thought to look had I not seen you zip tie it down in the video. You just saved me from wasting money on a new cover! Thank you!
Hi Chris, im glad you spotted that in time, they are silly expensive to replace aye... simple but effective aye... thanks for watching.. Del.
Thank you so much for this video. I watched and was able to replace my battery in my 2016 HD roadster myself. Even did your idea of pulling main fuse after ignition. I really appreciate this teaching ability you have. My next task will be oil change which I watched from you already too. Thank you!
Most welcome Jason, Glad it helped you out mater. ! Good luck and have fun with it.
Really detailed and accurate tutorial!!! Most of these things are also written in the manual of the bike, though few people read nowadays. But seeing everything in action really helps! Many thanks m8!
Most welcome mate, glad it was helpful!
Followed step by step and the bike fired up first try perfectly! No alarm, no issues! Thank you so much man you just saved me a lot of time and money!
Most welcome Benny.. Glad it helped!
Excellent coverage of installing a battery for the sportster. It was exactly what I was looking for but was uneasy about the alarm going off. You showed me the right method. Thanks! Great video!
Need to replace battery, I was concerned about alarm and immobiliser being affected, and which replacement battery to go for, didn't want to enter my local Harley dealership for fear of getting open wallet surgery. You've just answered all my questions, been watching a lot of your videos recently, very informative and helpful. Cheers Delboy.
Thanks buddy, glad the videosand that they can help you out and save you a few pennies along the way... qyote a few Harley videos in the back catalogue and more to come in the future... thanks for taking the time to let us know it helped, ride safe, all the best, Del
Just want to say thanks again for the video. Got my bike back from the shop a few days ago and while getting gas tonight I got the click click dead battery. Ended up being able to push start it and ride it home. Wanted to do it myself and you were the first person I went to for a how to video.
Tiresome Thanks mate, glad the video helped you out... and good luck with your own maintenance.. its way better then handing it over al lthe time..
Yes it is. I try to do as much as I can on my own, because then I know what was really done with it and because I like doing it. I knew the basics on how to change the battery, but the batteries I've changed have always been directly under the seat instead of hidden by the side panel, and then when I saw the fuse boxes and everything else I figured it'd be best to do some research before I started yanking things out.
I'm soooo pleased that I found your channel. Thanks you so much for all your tutorials. Very very helpful.
Most welcome mate, thanks for watching!
I just want to thank you for such an easy to follow video. A cold snap finally killed off my old battery. I was ready to pay $100 (+ the ~$100 for the battery) for a mobile mechanic to come out. It was fortunate that they messed me about with the appointment, so I looked up a video for how to do it myself and bingo yours popped up. Ok, so it's not the hardest thing to do, but as someone who never opens a car bonnet apart from topping up the oil, having the confidence to this was massive. Thanks, you saved me over a $100 and made my day!
Thank you Thom, makes me proud to hear that we've been able to help you... saving riders a little money and sharing a little knowledge is why we started the channel in the first place ! Always drop us a line if you need a tip or two, always more than happy to help if we can !
Del, It has been a while since I watched your videos. I have a new used bike now, a Yamaha 1900cc Raider...great fun and heavy as hell. But here is what I remember about your videos. You make it look so easy. There are a few things you have left out. The part where it takes 3 times as long as it looks in your videos to do something. And you left out the part where you drop some vital part which promptly rolls under a bench, you spend 3 hours trying and failing to find it, prompting yet another visit to the Harley dealer to buy a new one. And you left out the part where you bang your knuckles, bleed everywhere, and curse to high heaven. Aside from that, your videos are absolutely delightful, enormously entertaining, and very informative.
By the way, I have revisited this video as my Yamaha Raider battery is about to crap out. I have not yet found one of those yellow Motrobatt gel filled batteries to fit my bike. My best to you and Penny. David Lehrer
Hi David, good to hear from you Sir and welcome back!... and thank you for your message, did make us smile because believe me I do all those things from time to time and what makes it more frustrating is when something goes absolutely right first time in practice, then you switch the camera on to film the shot and you drop that nut or bolt, it rolls in to the next dimension somewhere and all the rest of the things you said ensue! But with the wonders of editing we keep it simple and, hopefully, keep it entertaining! Have a great weekend and ride safe, enjoy you new ride... D&Px
You saved me from going deaf! I just picked up a 2007 883C, and it needed a battery tender installed. I turned the ignition on and pulled that 30A fuse and not a peep was heard! Tender is in now and keeping that battery nice and happy!
Nice going Luke, The fuse proceedure is actually in the workshop manual laid down by Harley.... glad you got it done buddy.. Take care. Del.
Well done OCD is the sign of a great artist. My neighbor was going to the HD shop but now he saves money and I make a hundred bucks. Thanks
Del boy you LEGEND!!!
You've just saved me a packet!!!!
Brilliant video!
Keep em coming....PLEASE!!!
+Eric Goth Ha ha, thanks Eric, glad we could help mate..
Your video gave me the confidence I needed to test and ultimately replace my battery this afternoon. I initially wasn't sure of the problem but after checking voltage, determined the battery to be bad. Wasn't sure how to take it out until I found this video. Removing the seat was not needed but you definitely need a 10mm wrench and socket. While many parts of the bike are SAE, battery makers have joined the rest of the world and gone with metric. Thank you again.
Thanks buddy, glad the video helped... and glad to hear you got it all sorted!
Just like my mom made me go through riding lessons, my mom made me watch this tutorial!! Vicki Varee (previously commented) is my mom and that is my bike she’s talking about. Mom is a widow and we try to do as much as we can on our own because we have found, people try to take advantage of our little knowledge and triple charge us. My friend was trying to explain how to do this to me and I was just like, I don’t know if I could do this…but now, watching your video, I feel so confident that I could do this on my own! Your videos are so detailed and great! Thank you for sharing!!
Thank you so much for sharing that with us, it must be really hard finding people you can trust who have your interests at heart... The battery swap is real easy when you see it done aye?, the part that scares people is disconnecting with the alarm attached and worrying they'll mess up the electrics....but once you pull that main fuse...you shut down absolutely everything and its totally safe... Good luck with it JR, i hope it goes well for you, and please drop us a line and let me know if we can be of any help at all, any time... take care and all the best to you both... Del. P.S, Where abouts are you in the world?.
Thank you! We are near Tupelo, MS, USA.
JR Peden
My word, thats so far away from us, its great to hear from you both, take care and ride safe...Del.
Thanks mate! Really helpful! My battery died on me today and I needed to get a tender to recharge it. I got a used Sportster 2007 and when I got from the dealer I had the impression the battery would be new.... Well... with your help I will be able to replace it by myself. Take care and God Bless!
Thank you kindly Joao... glad we could help you, it's not a difficult job and you'll save yourself some money at the same time... good luck, ride safe, Del
Joao Antonio Costa z
Thanks for the vid. Took me less than 10 minutes to change. Before, I thought it was going to take forever and was concerned about the alarm going off. Keep up the good work. No doubt i'll be back for something again soon. Cheers.
Just wanted to post a quick note of thanks for this video. I needed to attach what we call a battery tender (I think refer to it as an optimizer). I was hesitant to try to install it myself because I had heard horror stories about how difficult it was to remove the battery or even try to service it, on a Harley. Of course when I talked with the mechs at the Harley Service Department, they encouraged my fear of trying to do anything with the battery.
After watching your video, I went out and followed your instruction to the letter and found myself done installing the battery tender in less than 30 minutes.
Thanks for the great instructional video.
R/S,
Major Neal Fisher
United States Marine Corps
NealnYvonne Fisher Hello Neal, my word how good to hear from you, and i'm so glad that our video could help you out. Im not surprised that the Harley guys tried to put you off it, it can be trickey and they probably have to pick over the mess people get into, but as you found, its a simple procedure and easy once you see it done. Plus i also think it's a great way to enjoy your bike that little more, and broaden the joy of ownership by having had hands-on with the bike rather then just handing it to the Pro's and paying the bill.
If you feel like taking on other tasks with your bike, then we have many videos to cover the basics, and if you invest in the proper genuine workshop manual, (The dealer can sell it to you, its a bit fat A4 book and costs about $100) then you'll find there are many jobs you can do yourself to keep things safe and on the road.
All the very best to you and Yvonne, take care and ride safe..
Del&Penny.
Now that was probably the easiest most comfortable maintenance video I've ever seen....ever!
In fact I thought you was taking to me & we were gonna have a beer afterwards.
Cheers.
Sounds good to me Matt....pint o' Guniess please....lol
Jees look at that! I'm literally just scrolling through to see if you have a video on adding forward controls on a Sportster.
Just the one pint? Jees you're a cheap date 😄
Matt Kidd
Cheap date?.. yeah i get that a lot...but i like to think im better value...!!!!! :-000
Cool. Barman a large JD for Delboy!
I'm watching you change a clutch. Not that mine needs changing, but just that you make good viewing. No forward control fitting one 'yet' though.
I ain't no mechanic. But I reckon after watching your videos I can do anything.
A proper company. thinking about it.
Something so minor as a small corner cutout to allow allen key access. Many wouldnt bother.
The little things make a difference.
Love your presentation style mate.
Simple laymans language with all that we need and a little bit more.
Im in the same boat. Battery has dropped off and not holding.
Replacement was $170 Aussie. A bit steep but gotta wear it. (im 450 kms from city)
Ive learned that your page is my 1st choice go to, for things i need.
I was concerned about that alarm screaming. Now i dont have to be.
That ignition on, drop the fuse tip, is Gold.
My 2015 sportster dosnt have that cutout in the side cover. No biggy, i just drilled a small hole to run a cable tie through. Those retainer clips are pretty average. (even new ones)
Another great, helpfull video.
Thanks mate :)
I've owned several different bikes (Yamaha R6, Honda Shadow, Ducati Sport-Classic) but it wasn't until I got my Sportster that I really started tinkering with things. I went out to go to class on Friday and it just wouldn't turn over, so now I've watched this excellent video and am currently looking up Motobatt stuff.
I'm sure I'll be able to get it all sorted out, thanks again!
-Heinz
Hey Heinz... good to hear from you my friend... I'm glad you are settled on a Harley now, nothing like that V-twin sound! Good luck with the battery, you won't regret it, it's a great piece of kit! Ride safe and take care, Del
Very helpful! I replaced the battery of my Iron 883 (2012) by this MBTX12U today , thanks to you !!
Thank you my friend, glad it helped you !
Awesome instructional mate! Thank you for taking the time to put it together and also leaving annoying music out of it - just the facts. Followed your intructions and had the bike up and running in 20 minutes. Even got the same battery here in Australia. Thank you.
Nice one Brad, glad the video helped you out mate..
after four years and i'm back again to re- watch and get it right, had forgot the ignition ! Again thankyou.
Great job dude! You saved me $140 which is what the Harley dealership wanted from me for labor charges, plus you showed me a few things that I was having challenges with when I reinstalled the battery ( reconnecting the main fuse, how to attach the fuse box to the battery strap, the zip tie suggestion was way cool too!). I should have taken a few pictures when I started disconnecting things at the beginning but didn't and I'm thankful for your simple and clear instructions - even with an accent I was able to put things back together exactly where they belong and have my 2011 XL883 up and running and making noise again......Yeehaw!!! Cheers to you!
Hey Jerry.. glad we saved you some Dollars buddy.. thats what it all about... glad the video could help.. its all just common sense aye.. Del.
Its really helpful for people in new and to know the way how to do it. thanks bro .
Thanks a lot, Delboy. I've replaced my Iron's battery 2 days ago while following your steps. Much appreciated.
Excellent video thanks for making it. I love the commentary because you lay it down without pampering HD.
Hey Billy, thanks buddy, never really felt the need to suck up to the MoCo, in fact, to be honest mate, I'm getting a bit tired of the way they've been sticking it to their customers for the last 5yrs, they've stopped making bikes we can afford and the dealers they seem to have appointed (certainly those we've experienced here) are greedy, arrogant gits who ignore you unless you walk in waving your wallet in the air! Going back to basics, a Harley is actually a pretty simple bike and there's pretty much nothing that cannot be carried out by the home mechanic... good luck buddy, cheers, Del
Moonfleet41 I actually agree with your statement. This is my first HD (Sportster XL1200c) and I love the bike but the sales guys decend on me whenever I go into a dealership telling me that my bike is too small for me and I need to upgrade immediately. I have only had the bike for two weeks! Anyway I plan to do my maintenance myself and your videos are going to help alot.
Billy Hawkins
Why is that so familair Billy, its always the same, as soon as they realise you are just there to admire the bikes and maybe buy a coffee...you suddenly become transparent....Dont listen to thier vultureising mate, you have a fabulous bike and you'll love every minute of it...feel free to drop us a line any time you need a tip or advice..happy to help fellah... ride safe and enjoy your Harley.. Del.
Del,
Cheers buddy , just changed the battery , on my XL 1200 Custom , exactly how you did it . piece o cake !! Not to mention , you saving me over £200 !
Cheers buddy , You Da Man !!
Phil
Well done, mate, now you have enough money left over to take Mrs Phil out for a slap up pizza and glass wine! Glad we were able to help mate, ride safe, Del
This is my third comment ever in all the time I have been using youtube: you are awesome! The little logical hints you give is what keeps me from going to the stealership for minor things such as these. Thank you!
Thanks Den, its good to hear from you buddy... with logical and friendly comments like that, you should comment more often..!!!! Glad you enjoy the videos, its just common sense most of it aye, and good to share knowledge aye.. take care buddy, and keep watching... del.
Thanks, as you state in you tutorials dealer prices are hideously expensive. Changing the battery on Penny's Sportster was a good movie, my future bike wouldn't get much use in Winter, so all the tips spot on 👍
I've seen a lot of "how to" videos... this guy is very good.
+outrigr Why thank you most kindly sir... !
Awesome, thanks for the help. Out in Korea with limited resources and help. Couldn't get to the negative cable like the owner's manual says (extended ratchet with swivel socket to disconnect cable on ground stud) because I couldn't find a swivel socket small enough to fit and the last thing I needed was to get a jacked up price taking into to the HD dealership 45 min away. You're the man!
Hey buddy, glad you fixed it, I sometimes think the instructions they give are almost designed to make you give up and go to the dealer! After all, it's in their interest isn't it! Ride safe buddy, Del
The hassle i've suffered ! Thanks, brilliant. Now i'm off to do this on my 1200 sportster. Hope battery is not rubbished.
Did it work? Which battery did you install?
I've had the exact problem
On my 2007 sportster. First big bike so wasn't aware of the need for a trickle charger. Battery went and I'm now on my 5th day of waiting for the dealer to collect it and sort it. I think I'll use the knowledge from your video and just give them the receipts for new battery etc and not bother with the faff. Great deal of help thank you!
Thank you for posting this video. I went with the same battery as well. You would be a great teacher. Your accent makes learning a pleasure!
Thanks Kenny you are very kind - it would be very cool to make it my job one day!
Used this video as very new to HD ownership. Battery from HD would have cost £133 + VAT, New battery plus Battery tender - £102 including VAT. Fitted it myself with no problems. Thanks a lot.
Well done Sir... thats what we like to hear.. saved money, and learned a new job.. top stuff.. thanks for watching and ride safe buddy... cheers, Del.
Hiya Delboy - thanks for the clarity on killing the alarm system - worked perfectly on my 2013 Fatboy. One thing to add - if anyone finds the alarm STILL goes off when touching the main fuse and the display reads "ENTER PIN #" - then the fob battery needs replacing. Once thats done, display / functions will go back to normal and following your instruction - they can go ahead - 'IGN on'
and pull the fuse. I found this out the hard way... :) Just ordered a new battery - unfortunately MOTOBATT suppliers here in NZ have more than doubled the price - so I'm going for a USPS AGM - similar to the original but at half the price.
Again - thanks mate.
Most welcome mate, and thank you for sharing the further tip about the fob battery, it'll certainly help many people. Thank you for your support, take care and have a great weekend, Del.
Hay dude... just like to thank you for saving me money with this tutorial.
I had already ordered a new battery (Leoch GEL GT14-3 YTX14L-BS CTM14L-BS) for £34.99 before seeing your vid... only problem I had was having to manipulate the wires as the battery's -&+ terminals were not plush with the face but set back - so without bending the connectors they would have been sticking out the sides and the whole thing wouldn't fit bk in the bike!
(not sure how clearly u may understand my explanation there!)
...anyhoo your advice all worked and I'm back on the road :)
Cheers again fella :)
Nice one Dave, glad it worked for you buddy.. thanks for your feedback..
Brilliant....thank you for this easy and simple video with the alarm details so clearly explained....changing the battery was a breeze after watching you.
+Paul Miller Hi Paul, glad it could help you mate... thanks for watching... cheers, Del.
Great video, not only are you explaining how to do the service but also offering other additional information along the way. True value add, and a great tip on the other battery. I’ll go gel for the next one!
I'd heard of Motobatt being a trustworthy brand and now on the strength of Delboy's vid, I'll be fitting one on my Triple as the old original battery has finally given up the ghost after 4 years.
I had wondered about what the alarm/immobiliser system would do during the replacement process but, as usual, Delboy has the solution and shown me what to expect.
Long may you continue sir. ;-)
Thanks Steve, you're very kind, am glad it could help you mate!
Thank you so much for this video. I've been off my Harley for a year now (thanks to the need for a complete rotator cuff rebuild). Battery - which was six years old - was dead as a doornail. Couldn't afford to have shop install so I relied on your how-to video. I'm back in the saddle! (so to speak....the other saddle...)
Hi Charlotte, great to know we could help you out, it always staggers me how much Harley seem to charge, and other dealers too, almost as if they but care they are pricing their customer's out the door, as long as they get their pound of flesh from the next guy! Glad you are back on your bike and hoping you can enjoy the summer weather on it! Take care, Del
I fucking love this guy. He's saved me a lot of money since i purchased my first bike about 2 years ago. Followed his 5k service video to the tee and thats all worked out great. Now its time for a replacement battery and here I am again!
Thanks for all you do Delboy. I really hate getting screwed by my local harley dealership. Some guy just quoted me $1500 to replace 2 tires. I think I'll find the tires online myself and get a cheaper shop to put them on...
...or better still buddy... if you buy the tyres from an independent tyre supplier, they usually fit them to loose wheel for free!
Thanks for the reply!! By "fit to loose wheel" do you basically mean they'll remove my old and fit them on for free? I hadn't considered going to a dedicated tire place.
No mate.. "fitting to loose wheels" means wheels that are not fitted to the bike... take them out of the bike at home and drive the wheels there in your car..!
Thank you, great advise; changed the battery today (old one, in from new, lasted almost 6 years); no problem; your videos are really helpful. Ordered the Motobatt on Wednesday from Moto.rider (ebay); arrived today. Wow, super-fast delivery - great product.
+BrnSchum1968 Thats great news buddy, good that they delivered so fast... good battery too, we have them on all the bikes, and never let us down.. take care. Del
I seriously have to tell you thank you for your battery recommendation. I did some online research and people all over the world agree with the quality of the Motobatt. My battery was stolen over Easter and no one locally had the right battery for a sportster. So agitating. I ordered my motobat today and should be riding again next weekend. My wiring harness is another story. Thank you. 84$ american.
Jer E Stole your battery?... really?... thats so unlucky, what, did they sit for twenty minutes working undisturbed?, you can just rip it out, its buried deep as you know.... how did ti happen buddy..?
pulled the side cover plate bent out the bracket then pulled the battery. We had some storms that night and it left them plenty of time to break into the garage and pull all my batteries.Classic 66 honda dream. 94CBR600 and my 04 sportster. From the mess they left it was a drug theft, cores for cash. The only bike that remained unmolested was my 99 custom fatboy. I fixed the CBR. but do to the tightness of the wiring harness I have yet to find and broken connections in the sporty.
Thank you VERY much from hot sunny Texas.
Excellent video!!. I loved it. Ordered the Motobatt on Amazon, ($73.00USD) installed myself and install a battery charger cable as well. You also "forced me" to clean under the seat and under the cover as well haha.
But you definitely saved me some money (and the pride to do something myself)
Awesome.... that is exactly what we intend for the videos Sir ! We take the time to load these up so that our fellow riders can use them for reference to overcome those simple jobs that are pointlessly expensive to hand over to the dealer... so glad you got it fixed, ride safe and kep yer boots in the breeze ! All the best, D&P !
Thanks for posting this video. I needed to install a pigtail for a tender and this video made it real simple. Keep the Sportster videos comming whenever possible they are greatly appreciated, just picked up a 2011 Nightster and I love to do as much work myself as possible. The 500K service video was also Spectacular. Thanks again Del and Penny!!
Thanks mate, you're very kind... dont have a Harley at the moment, but thinking about making the next project on a Harley once the Bandit is finished.. enjoy your bike buddy, the Nightster is very cool...Ride safe.. D&P.
Thanks you two, every time I hear from you I picture you guys having a beer in a rocking chair on that massive porch! Take care and keep yer boots in the breeze brother! Cheers Del
Hi love the video , is that battery also for the forty eight 2014 model ? If yes do i have to defuse the bike to for the alarm ?
Hi Bret, 8yrs, that's impressive... if you use your bike every day it cycles the battery more and will always last longer... but stored and only used at weekends an Optimate is essential, Cheers Del!
awesome video mate, had installed battery tender on my 2013 1200 XLC, disconnecting the main fuse was explained very well, much appreciated, God bless
Thank you Raju, glad it worked for you... welcome aboard!
you've done it again mate! excellent video! my battery died on my 2011 Sportster after more than 4 years and where did i go for advice on a new one? Straight to your UA-cam channel! Just bought the MotoBatt MBTX12U and it's on its way!.. thanks again!
Which engine did you install ? (883 or 1200)
Great video. I’m new to Harleys and new to fixing things myself this was so easy to follow. I will be doing this on Saturday morning with this playing as I go. Thanks
Hi Alan, welcome to the dark side then my friend, it gets addictive from here, soon you'll be building a custom bike..lol Thanks for watching... take care and enjoy your battery change.. Del.
Moonfleet41 job done Reconnecting the negative was a fiddle but got there in the end. Great tip about disarming the alarm. Thank you
I've been doing most of my maintenance on my bike for years and watch your videos for reminders every year. Thx Delboy!
It’s a massive challenge to attach the negative cable because the cable is too short. Another two inches would help and have no impact on starting. Great video that saved me a lot of money 👍
I totally agree, its a careless design fault..
Your channel is great!!the videos are very useful and you realize that you don't have to be a mechanic to do fix things in your bike!!If you could show in a video how to build our own spark plug wires a lot of people will appreciate that!!!thanks again!
Hi mate, thanks for your kind words, and glad the videos can help... generally we only load up the jobs we actually have to do on our bikes, as we're using them all the time, but will keep a note of your idea... cheers!
Much appreciated! I was able to change my battery today without any problems thanks to you.
You're welcome Anthony, the biggest confusion is how to disconnect that dreaded alarm!
I love your Sportster videos. Thanks so much for all your efforts....I have learned so much from you and your sidekicks teachings. Keep up the great work....and hello from Austin Texas.
Thank you Sir, Im glad the videos have been able to help you out, and for your support... take care and have a great weekend.. Del.
Thanks, I just learned and saved a good amount of money. Nothing like doing your own service. Thanks again!
You're most welcome Russ, glad it could help you. Del.
Just nipping down to see if my optimate will connect to the charging pigtail I didn't know was there! You're a star!
Hi buddy, these days Harley fit them to every bike they sell, and they usually remain with the bike when they're sold... even if you don't have one, I think they only cost about a tenner!
Not got a connector but like you say it's no big deal to fit one in the future. I had one on my Suzuki intruder that I traded in! Grrrr! First outing of the year tomorrow for it's first mot! Weather is not as kind to us up here in Scotland!
Great video. Now that Spring is almost here, I was thinking of pulling my battery and charging it at work (work at a garage). My Iron is only one year old and I bought it new. Most videos don't go into the details that you did. It was nice to see the process step by step. Now if my battery does go bad in a few years, I will be ready to replace it myself.
Look forward to watching your other vids.
Thanks David, glad it could help you out, yep, spring is coming, and time to get the bike ready to play.... take care buddy... Del.
Cheers del.. it got me the first time.. alarm was so loud i felt guilty and just wanted to run. I nailed it this time.
That'll wake your neighbours up! Glad you got it sorted mate.
I really appreciated your video. I am a Buell owner and my original battery needs replacing. Harley will give me 10% off a new battery which takes it down to £132. Not wanting to pay that even I've been searching for a replacement battery recently but have been concerned with the lean angle on my Buell where it sits and not wanting to buy a dodgy battery where it could leak. I've even read that some have slated the Motobat batteries for failing quickly but your video has given me confidence that it's a good replacement to have. thanks.
Hi mate, we had no problems with our at all, and its still going strong... glad it could help mate... good luck, Del.
Great video! We got the battery off, but have been having trouble getting it back on. Watched your video, now we are going to give it a try. Thanks!
Good luck Lisa, have a bash and see how you get on....just drop me a line if you have any problems... all the best. Del.
Thanks man! I am a first time Harley owner and I had no idea why it discharged over winter...then what to do here! Nice tips on the alarm. Keep up the good work! I couldn't even find this battery if I didn't see yours! Looked it up and BAM there it was! Cheers mate!
Glad the video could help you buddy, many more happy miles now! Enjoy that Harley, ride safe, Del
Hey does that still discharge at the same rate with that batt? If so, what kind of charger do you recommend or how often should the bike run?
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Battery performs just like rhe factory one, so jus keep it on a battery minder while its not in use...thats why Harley fit a pig tail from new...
Awesome tutorial, I fought with my seat for a while trying to use other vids that didnt explain how the seat was held on, everyone just said "take off the bolt and push forward and it comes right off!'.
Yeah, sorry mate,.., i should have said, it can be a bun fight.. you need to almost bend the seat base forward to release the slot... glad you got it off.. and you'll know next time aye..!!
Thanks for the tip about Motobatt battery's, i think i have to renew the battery of my Yamaha Majesty 250 this winter. I already had checked my regular suppliers, but was badly surprised about the price, near to 90 euro's. Now i have checked for Motobatt battery's in Holland (internet sites), and it will cost me about 40 euro, including shipping. So real thanks Del!!!
AWESOME INFO. The biggest hassle I've had (second battery change due) was that bloody alarm going off. I used to wear ear defenders and just got on with it. Now it turns out to be so simple to deal with. Cheers.
Outstanding video! Saved me some money and found a longer lasting higher quality battery! Thanks!
Hi Niclas, your battery minder will still charge the battery if you remove the main fuse provided it is connected direct to the terminals and not, as Penny's is, through the loom... but why not leave it all connected with the fuse in as then the alarm will protect it... thanks for your kind comments and we're glad they help you! Cheers, D&P
Hi mate, bit of an old wives tale with greasing terminals strictly speaking you should bolt them together bone dry and the Vaseline goes over the top afterwards to prevent the moisture getting in, but grease between the contact faces causes current load and reduces ampage... but that's just being OCD! Cheers fella, Del
I like to thank you for posting so many helpful videos may god bless your family and this channel keep posting videos your saving lots of people from spending money that could be use in other areas
+Mailon Fuentes Hi Malion, thank you for your very kind words, its a pleasure to help out fellow bikers and to know that people appreciate it. take care and ride safe.. Del.
Superstar!!! Had issues with the alarm but your video saved me!!
Thanks and keep it up!!
Hi mate and thank you from Spain. Your tutorial is clear, easy to follow and amusing with your jokes :) I have just replaced the battery on a 2017 Sportster Iron which was drained because of the lockdowns we are having here using your Motobatt recomended battery and taking into account I'm not particularly handy for these matters, everything has worked fine. Cheers and keep up the good work!
Glad I could help Jorge, keep safe and well in this crisis, hopefully we can all get back out riding again soon.
Just watched this vid to refresh my mind it's been a few years .My battery not holding charge did disconnect main fuse but the alarm going off when reconnected the main fuse I was confused tried a few times resetting the code still going off turned out the battery was flat in the fob new battery in fob all worked the way described cheers 🤔👍👍
Thanks, your video helped me to unmount easily the battery of my 1200 Custom (2014) with confidence.
Just subscribed, I watched you change a brake lever awhile back, you saved me then, and the battery gets done tomorrow, you've saved me again!
Thanks mate love ya work!
I'm a bit like yourself, I have a white marker pen, I'll put the install date on the battery.
Good luck with it buddy, im glad the video can help you out..
Hi mate, YES... very much they should, that constant drain from the highly sophisticated security system that Harleys now have needs constant monitoring... the Optimate doesn't just charge (as that would be bad) instead it cycles the battery and also performs maintenance cycles to prevent suplhating... thus trebling the life of your battery!
This really helped me a lot like many of your other videos before. I really enjoy watching your channel!
Thanks Daniel, glad it could help you mate..
Did mine yesterday, even easier on a 48. You can get to all the connections from under the seat. Was a nice surprise.
Whiceh model battery did you install?
@@celalkocyigit7517 I’m not sure it was a while back and was a warranty item.
It wasn’t hd part though I know that much. As it was an Yamaha dealer
Andy_FXBB Did you use this battery ? (MotoBatt)
@@celalkocyigit7517 like I said , I don’t know
Thanks Delboy great little video puts your mind at rest so you can tackle these important little jobs did mine and reattached my own optimate battery tender leads HD XL200R owner
Hi Brian, well done getting your battery sorted mate, not hard when you see it done aye.. take care.. Del.
Watched your video and was able to remove my battery by myself!!!! Awesome.
Being from the USA, I was shocked and impressed with the confederate flag in ur garage in the UK. Thanks for the help... Watched this to help me remove the battery to install a battery tender. Cold North Carolina winter has killed this one.
Hey Mark. Thanks so much for that, its good to hear from you sir.. The flag was a gift from a friend in Texas a long time ago.. i have no politics related t it, just a tribute to our friends in the USA, and all things blue collar and all that..over here in the UK we grew up on a diet of Duke of Hazard and stories about Popcorn Sutton..so its a part of my life too in a way.. Thankyou for watching the videos and getting on touch.. Keep warm, soon be spring.. Del.