1. | Remove seat. | |
2. | See Figure 1. If present, move purge solenoid (1) forward to release from top caddy. Release HFSM antenna (2) from top caddy and move out of the way. | |
3. | Remove fasteners (4). | |
4. | Cut cable ties (3) and move harnesses to allow more clearance for the top caddy. | |
5. | See Figure 2. Release top caddy from front hold-down bracket and rotate top caddy (1) out of the way. | |
6. | If equipped with security system siren, turn the ignition switch ON with the hands-free fob present to disarm the security system. | |
![]() Disconnect negative (-) battery cable first. If positive (+) cable should contact ground with negative (-) cable connected, the resulting sparks can cause a battery explosion, which could result in death or serious injury. (00049a) | ||
7. | Remove battery negative cable (black) from the battery negative (-) terminal. | |
8. | Remove battery positive cable (red) from the battery positive (+) terminal. | |
9. | Grasp lifting strap (2) and pull up to raise battery. When battery is extracted far enough to get a good grip, grasp battery and remove the rest of the way. |
1 | Purge solenoid |
2 | HFSM antenna |
3 | Cable straps |
4 | Fastener |
5 | Hold-down (not visible) |
1 | Top caddy |
2 | Lifting strap |
1. | Run lifting strap rearward, first down the center of the battery tray, then up and across the frame crossmember. | |
2. | Place the battery into the battery tray, terminal side forward. | |
NOTICE Connect the cables to the correct battery terminals. Failure to do so could result in damage to the motorcycle electrical system. (00215a) ![]() Connect positive (+) battery cable first. If positive (+) cable should contact ground with negative (-) cable connected, the resulting sparks can cause a battery explosion, which could result in death or serious injury. (00068a) NOTICE Do not over-tighten bolts on battery terminals. Use recommended torque values. Over-tightening battery terminal bolts could result in damage to battery terminals. (00216a) | ||
3. | Connect battery positive cable (red) to battery positive (+) terminal. Tighten bolt to 6.8–7.9 N·m (60–70 in-lbs). | |
4. | Connect battery negative cable (black) to battery negative (-) terminal. Tighten bolt to 6.8–7.9 N·m (60–70 in-lbs). | |
NOTICE Keep battery clean and lightly coat terminals with petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion. Failure to do so could result in damage to battery terminals. (00217a) | ||
5. | Apply a light coat of petroleum jelly or ELECTRICAL CONTACT LUBRICANT to both battery terminals. | |
6. | See Figure 2. Fold lifting strap (2) forward over top of battery. | |
7. | See Figure 1. Rotate top caddy into position above battery and engage latch on hold-down bracket. | |
8. | If equipped, engage HFSM antenna (2) and purge solenoid (1) on top caddy. Verify all other connectors and harnesses are routed below the purge solenoid mounting tongue. | |
9. | Fasten top caddy to frame crossmember. Tighten screws (4) to 8.1–10.9 N·m (72–96 in-lbs). | |
10. | Secure harnesses to frame with cable ties (3). | |
![]() After installing seat, pull upward on seat to be sure it is locked in position. While riding, a loose seat can shift causing loss of control, which could result in death or serious injury. (00070b) | ||
11. | Install seat. |