Problem with FXR150, think its battery?

[Ragingrob]

Have you checked the battery and sparky? I'm free Tuesday arvo if you need a multimeter I'll pop round and check out the batt or anything

[El Lanzo]

Hmm na i wouldnt wanna drag you all the way from the southern lands to lil old north shore. Besides, i think its fixed now that I've given it a good charging. Thanks anyway though!

[Flyingpony]

bumpity bump

When the bike doesn't want to start using electric, check if the dash is displaying the start up sequence because if it is, then your engine management system is not getting enough juice and therefore no spark.

If the bike hasn't been used for awhile, kick start is a safe option so not to stress the battery. Engine should always start 1st/2nd kick.

Check and replace as required the usual suspects: spark plug, oil, filter, brake fluid, chain/sprockets, carb clean, and tyre pressure.

In answer to your other posts:
- lights are permanently on.
- kick starting in bare feet is painful, slipping off lever is also pain
- leaving lights on with engine off should be sweat as for at least the duration it takes to remove your riding clothes etc. 10min easy.
- can't charge the battery, go for a 30km trip to the shops
- if you want to, use choke if it's below 5c. Don't worry, it can't flood easily. Bike starts just as readily with a snip of throttle.