Battery Life?

[Swampy]

What is the general consensus of opinion guys on the general life of a GS 1200 battery which is kept constantly charged and is not abused by use of
added accessories etc ??

Cheers Swampy

[jono]

I have heard it said that 18 -24 months is normal
However my first GS did 4 years and was still going strong
My Current GS did 3 years and wanted a new one.

Generally if you look after a battery and don't let it get totally discharged too often or have some sort of parasitic drain problem then I recon they should last a minimum 24 months and more like 48-60

Now you will tell me different I'm sure!

[Swampy]

Not Really Jono, As far as I'm aware my battery is the original and has been in service since 2009. Seems to take a little longer to kickstart the motor recently.

I am curious as I don't want to be caught short in the middle of no where with a flat battery any time in the near future.

Cheers Swampy

[Bozo]

Swampy

I have only just replaced the original battery in the 1200gs first registered in December 2007....5years life.

My wife has a BMW Car and the original Battery lasted for over 10 years.

Bozo

[Bozo]

[quote="Swampy"] Seems to take a little longer to kickstart the motor recently /quote]

Try using the little button near the right hand side of the handlebars...much easier than a kickstart

[Swampy]

Trust You, But thanks Bozo.....................Was wondering what that button was for

Cheers Swampy

[cutting]

My bike is a 2004 model rockster 1150R.... Got it in 2006..... I assume the battery is from new.... It is now 2013 and still going well.... And none of this fancy trickle charging while its not being used either.