V45 BATTERY/CHARGING SYSTEM ph.> SERVICE INFORMATION 18-1 TROUBLESHOOTING 18-2 BATTERY 18-3 CHARGING SYSTEM 18-4 SERVICE INFORMATION GENERAL Battery fluid level should be checked regularly. Fill with distilled water when necessary. Quick charge a battery, only in an emergency. Slow-charging is preferred. Remove the battery from the motorcycle for charging. If the battery must be charged on the motorcycle, disconnect the battery cables. WARNING Do not smoke, and keep flames away front a charging battery. The gas produced by a battery will explode if flames or sparks are brought near. All charging system components can be tested on the motorcycle. Alternator removal is in Section 9. SPECIFICATIONS Battery Capacity 12V 14AH Specific gravity 1.280/20°C (68°F) Charging rate 1.4 amperes maximum Alternator Capacity 1,000 rpm 5,000 rpm 10.2A min. (No load) 25A min. (No load) Voltage regulator Transistorized non-adjustable regulator 18 Date of Issue: May, 1982 © HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD. 309 18-1