Flat battery - short journeys cause this?

I would put money on the reg/rec. sorry.

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Just found and sorted the problem (well my mechanic did), it was one of the wire connectors that was corroded, after changing it the system now charges correctly (it was only charging at about 1/3 of what it should).

So pleased that I'll be able to go for a ride this weekend now!!

[Geodude]

Glad you got it sorted. What connector was it that was corroded?

Out of interest who did you get to look at it? Im always trying to find new local people to take my bike to.

[Sir Trev]

Originally Posted by Zorba

Just found and sorted the problem (well my mechanic did), it was one of the wire connectors that was corroded, after changing it the system now charges correctly (it was only charging at about 1/3 of what it should).

So pleased that I'll be able to go for a ride this weekend now!!

I had the dirty connector problem once too. Every year or so now I pull the blocks apart and sqirt in a good dose of electrical contact cleaner, jiggling things in and out (stop that sniggering) to work the stuff into the tangs. Even if you only do the charging circuit it's a simple job that will help eliminate one of the problems all bikes could face.

Originally Posted by Geodude

Glad you got it sorted. What connector was it that was corroded?

Not to sure which one but I think he said it was a negitive (i'll ask him next week if you want)

Originally Posted by kellyjo

Out of interest who did you get to look at it? Im always trying to find new local people to take my bike to.

It was Steve in Ramsey, really top bloke and loves Sv's to boot !! Would recomend him to anyone, helps you out with adivce when you need it and generally thinks as a biker not someone out to make money (although i always try to make sure he stays in business!).

[Geodude]

Yes please Zorba, its worth knowing for future reference. xGx