What would YOU do with all that extra space in the battery box? Comment below! I'm looking for good ideas that'll save my bacon on a future ride. Oh, now that's an idea... SMOKED BACON! Also you'll find a complete Index and product links in the description. Good Karma. 🙂
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
@DexMeister I'm certain that idea is going to make the Top 5 list.
@drury2d85 жыл бұрын
Anti theft device.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
@@drury2d8 Good thinking! 👍
@daveinwla63605 жыл бұрын
That space right next to the battery and hard to get to cries for a *theft alarm* or a *piggy-back ECU* .
@daveinwla63605 жыл бұрын
If size and weight are important, lithium batteries are the way to go. The only drawback that I've heard is a drop in capacity at temps below freezing. I assume that affects Cold Cranking Amps - something maybe of significance in Alaska? I'm interested in hearing your future experiences with this.
@oldschooldirtbiker5 жыл бұрын
I just sold my CRF250L and the Himalayan is on top on my list I have a dealer in Decatur Alabama about 55 miles away . I am so glad that I found your channel. I really like your detailed video's.No music and no editing. Keep up the good work and greetings from North Alabama / Mississippi..
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Thanks OSDB! I have some other stuff with music, odd, modern music at that, but there's a time and place for everything. Instructional vids don't need any frills. Another one being posted tomorrow morning. Auto chain oiler. I hope a Himalayan suits you well! 🙂
@ronalddegiorgio16034 жыл бұрын
Hi Justin. Just recently been watching your videos and have to admit I don't usually comment. but with almost 50 years of riding experience I find carrying spare clutch and brake levers might be a good idea for your spare space in your battery box. They break quite easily if the bike is dropped. They are cheap to buy and easily replaced, if you have them with you. And they don't take up a lot of space. Thanks for taking the time to make these great informative videos. Keep up the good work and ride safely. Ron.
@laurencorney57523 жыл бұрын
Hi Justin Just taken delivery of my new Himalayan. Very impressed with your vlogs, all your tips and tricks are really helpful. So much so that requested my dealer to fit a Lithium battery, after seeing your vlog on installing antigravity battery upgrade. Hopefully won't have any probs over winter. Keep those vlogs coming. Regards from York UK.
@KARMAkazeMoto3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for writing Lauren. Glad you've found my videos entertaining and useful. Enjoy that Himalayan!
@cohall465 жыл бұрын
I like your multipurpose tool. I don't think that I have ever seen a repair video as detailed and thorough as this one. Please do a video about fixing my refrigerator and computer. :-)
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Ha ha! I'm seriously cracking up right now. Ok, so I 'll do a whole series starting with multiple user accounts and security on a PC, and somehow ends up on high-efficiency refrigeration compressors and temper control switches. Should be a piece of cake. 😀 Thanks Chuck!
@cohall465 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto I enjoyed the video as well as your trip to Alaska - I am looking forward to more of your videos.
@hectorvara750 Жыл бұрын
I multiplied your .01 amp draw for 24 hours and got almost a quarter of an amp. Taking that further to one week and and a month resulted in 6.72 amps draw for one month - almost the total supply of your 8 amp/hour battery. Nice video.
@KARMAkazeMoto Жыл бұрын
Tiny draw adds up! Thanks.
@allans7281 Жыл бұрын
This bike is the epitome of freedom -you don't have to go to the dealer for repairs and service Love its implicitly and ease of access. Thats moto freedom!
@colins66385 жыл бұрын
Excellent video-first one I have seen actually taking the battery out step by step. My bike is in Spain, where the temperature is higher than the UK, let alone Alaska, so thinking with less temperature range the battery will last. Whatever, when it needs replacing, it will be with a smaller lithium battery. Having a bit more space under the seat is a great thing to have.
@Kamarov20905 жыл бұрын
Holy shit by the time you're done with this bike it'll have more USB ports than apples laptops
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Ha! You're right! 😀🍻
@Hyperious_in_the_air5 жыл бұрын
so 1?
@rapid135 жыл бұрын
@@Hyperious_in_the_air 2
@Pradeep-ix6dj3 жыл бұрын
I think it already has more 🤣
@BiglumpADV5 жыл бұрын
If you buy a decent brand lithium battery they make them the same physical size as the original, the need for foam to wedge small replacements goes and then the new battery is safely clamped down like the original. AFAM make lithium batteries, my GSXR has one and it's a straight swap in size, but a fraction of the weight with more CCA power
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Good point. Personally I wanted that leftover space. It's ideal for spare innertube, fuse block for accessories, etc. But I can see how a lot of people would not be concerned with that and just want a perfect swap. Good info. 👍
@MrTacklebury5 жыл бұрын
I've been looking at a lithium battery also. I personally took my battery inside during the winter and had it on a maintenance charger and had no issues with my Varta, so it could be that the cold affected yours also. I did however hate trying to get it in and out and think the one you used looks like a great replacement, including the size & weight reduction and the terminal switching capability. I would probably use the space inside the area for a tube with some spare keys for the house & bike/money in a waterproof match container. That way if you are travelling and get robbed or lose your keys etc, you still have a house key, bike key (in my case pannier key also) and some money to get gas to get home. One last thought would be that if you were concerned with the screw on the negative terminal eating into the positive cable with your cross over, you could use a small piece of teflon sheet to lay between the wire and the screw head. That stuff wears for ever. 8)
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Excellent comments Scott! And I like the money and keys idea. I think I'll include that along with the items mentioned in the video. Plenty of room. Regarding my Varta battery, it was also indoors with the charger. I started having issues with it even in the fall. My guess is I just got an odd unit. I do need to inspect the bike charging system though. I tested that it does charge, but I don't know it it stops when the battery is full, if the current is consistent, etc. I think I take a better look just to be on the safe side.
@The-Host3 жыл бұрын
Got antigravity batteries in a few MX bikes. They definitely hold up to anything. Good batteries
@KARMAkazeMoto3 жыл бұрын
Right on. Thanks for the input. 👍🙂
@johnmccann12345 жыл бұрын
My Buell does/did the same thing. When I changed the bulb to a brighter unit, I wired a relay with a delay in to allow the bike to start prior to the light coming on. Works great
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Great idea. Also thinking of low wattage led headlight.
@KRAM-zb2vc5 жыл бұрын
A nice cheese sandwich and a bag of crisps will fit perfectly 😋👍🏻
@KARMAkazeMoto4 жыл бұрын
😂👌
@marcuselia53294 жыл бұрын
Dude you saved a bike today. Couldn't get the damn batt out of the box and nearly torched the whole bike for spite!
@KARMAkazeMoto4 жыл бұрын
😂 Yeah, you'd think it would be easier! Happy to be of help. 🍻
@passinthru43282 жыл бұрын
A really good improvement over the original design. It might be a good idea to check for chafe on the positive power cable where it passes over the side bracket and at the negative terminal.
@blackeagle77654 жыл бұрын
Im from India I own a himalayan Thanks for this great modification idea Keep up the good work It’s cold in my place so the battery started to go weak So I was looking for a solution
@starscream14573 жыл бұрын
Bhai aapne abs bina waali li ya abs waali?? Abs bina waali 30000₹ sasti hai
@blackeagle77653 жыл бұрын
@@starscream1457 abs wali
@Hogarthemullet4 жыл бұрын
Looks to me like you've finally found a place for your owner's manual. :-)
@KARMAkazeMoto3 жыл бұрын
For sure! 😀
@andrewrobotham29134 жыл бұрын
Hi Justin, regarding your battery, contrary to everyone's belief it is not advisable to constantly leave a battery on a maintenance charger for long periods, I have killed 4 batteries on my own bike by doing this over the winter, one of which I actually never got to ride the bike with it on, the correct way to use them is to put them on for a short time every couple of weeks to top the battery up, once fully charged disconnect the maintenance charger, modern bikes with all their electronics, even a clock, will have a very small constant drain, hope this helps.
@joshuakim4167 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the helpful video! My stock battery on the Himalayan died during the winter so I replaced it with the Antigravity battery using your video and it worked perfectly! Excited to ride with this new mod
@KARMAkazeMoto Жыл бұрын
You're welcome. Be sure to keep a lithium maintenance charger on it when parked for more than a week or two.
@jvlivtriple5 жыл бұрын
Good video. I have always had mixed results with batteries. I have generally used OEM batteries. In some cases the battery lasted for years, in other cases the same model battery only lasted one year. A while back I put a lithium battery on one of my bikes. It lasted two years. The bike it was installed in has a small parasitic draw, I think for a "keep alive" circuit for the date and time functions of the instrument cluster. I let the battery go dead and I was not able to get it revived. My mistake, but my battery did not have the ability to shut itself off when the voltage dropped. Currently both bikes have OEM Yausa batteries and I religiously plug them into a NORCO Genius G4 battery tender. I also plug in my generator's battery to the same unit. I have a charger like yours on our horse trailer. It has worked well in that application. I think I will consider a lithium battery s a replacement again if it is sold in the same overall dimensions as a motorcycle battery. That way I won't need to put in any foam fillers but the battery will still be much lighter.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
I've had similar experiences. My Suzuki Bandit battery is old and never has an issue. It sat for a month or more before I fired the bike up or connected a charger. Bike started just fine. For my generator I'm using a small solar charger. Well, I have no choice, the generator is out at the cabin. No services out there. So while I'm away the battery keeps with solar. There are larger Lithium batteries that don't require foam, but then you're also paying for a larger battery.
@santoshsarkar555 жыл бұрын
Hello. Your Video is very good and helpful. Your Garage is very good. Your knowledge and skills about Motorcycles are really good. Thanks.
@KARMAkazeMoto4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much.
@papatorr36694 жыл бұрын
Very Helpful, look forward to reading more of the comments below as you have a well informed following as well. I don't predict a million views anytime soon but it's solid useful content. Much appreciated.
@drdubb765 жыл бұрын
I had some outlets on my DR650 which pulled down my battery. Took me awhile to figure that out. Put them on a switch, no more problems. I also switched to Lithium. Cold days I had to wait a moment for the battery to warm up before it would turn over the beast.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
That's a good reminder about that warm-up situation. Did you just let the headlight get it warmed up?
@drdubb765 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto Yes, that was enough, although I doubt we have the cold here in NC that you have in Alaska
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
@@drdubb76 honestly once It gets cold here, it's just too dang cold to ride and too much ice on the roads. Plus we use gravel here, not salt, so you pea stone gravel on top ice. It's a death trap.
@angeloelmohallem7754 жыл бұрын
206/5000 Thank you, my Himalayan is only 1600 km, I bought in May, but when the time comes I will replace the original battery for a lithium, despite being very expensive here in Brazil, like about 300 $. Great video!
@starscream14573 жыл бұрын
Its considered a bit expensive in india too.... Brazio and india both consider any bike above 300cc sort of big bike 😅😅😅..
@RC-uw9uy5 жыл бұрын
Found you a week or two ago when my wingman since 1982 mentioned downsizing our bikes after lo these many years and trailering a couple to places (62 year old knees are unlike 26 year old knees, lol). Like many I am suddenly perusing the big three...310gs, x300 and the Himalayan. Your trip videos were enjoyable and your perspective is valuable, thank you. I have a question or two that may fit within this thread since it is about long-term reliability and fit and finish...my bike has been a BMW 1200LT or R1150RT for years and so I am used to 730 Watts of 12v goodness. I don't even recall how many watts the REH can put out but imagine it is pretty skimpy so the regulator could be a factor if they pot is cheaply made and such. A temporarily wired in mm with amps showing would tell the tale with some driving about. They also make some gauges that will show volts/amps. My main concern is with fit/finish of the bike, having heard of rust showing up on cheap welds, weeping of oil and clutch fatigue. I know you haven't had yours that long but possibly you have some perspective, thanks. I confess to being emotionally drawn to the Himalayan because of the simplicity and the Indiana Jones and the Lost Himalayan vibe :)...but not sure I could tolerate too many excursions in reliability without therapy, lol, thanks for any info.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Big Indiana Jones fan, so point taken on the rugged looks of this bike. The initial go-anywhere, no-frills, get-the-job-done look of the bike is what first caught my attention. And then it started getting good reviews for value and functionality and actual effectiveness off-road. But I shared the same concerns regarding fit and finish. I know you'll have to get your own close-up look, but what I can tell you is that the tank and fenders are nothing to be worried about. Quite nice and gets the job done. The frame seems stout and paint durable. Welds, although note as tidy as robotic welds, don't appear to be haphazard. Looks like any other bike you would have trusted for years of service that came from earlier Hondas and Suzukis. My bike was kept indoors all winter so rust has not been an issue... for the most part. There are a couple of threaded locations to insert bolts for accessories. These bare threads are showing a bit of rust. It'll never affect the integrity of the frame, but when I see it I wish I had threaded a bolt in there with some anti-seize just to keep it from happening. You may want to do that. The center stand was down all winter. The feet of the center stand where often in water from snow that melted off my wife's jeep onto the garage floor. Where the center stand contacted the damp floor... minor surface rust. I take full responsibility on that one. I mean come on, that's bare metal sitting in standing water for many months. Again, just surface rust in a place that no one can even see. I just wanted to let you know. Everything is quite adequate for the money, and I don't have many worries. Th only thing that really annoys me is the use of zip ties throughout the bike. They hold wires, cables, tubes... everything with crummy little zip ties. Do they work? Yes. Do they seem oddly cheap? Yes. In one place under the tank a single zip tie was too short to wrap around the entire frame tube and cables. They zipped two ties together! Sure, I've done that myself in a pinch when needed, but come on... on a motorcycle? I wouldn't let it discourage you from considering/making a purchase, but since you specifically asked about fit and finish... I think it's worth noting. I hope RE stops doing this. Everything else looks great, and then all these little cheap zip ties are all over. Would be so easy and affordable to just use proper straps. Well, that's my 2 cents (the value of all the zip ties) on that stuff. Sorry for the length of this. You asked for it! 😃👍
@RC-uw9uy5 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto Good answer, thanks. I don't mind a zip tie here and there but the chassis wiring needs some taping/strapping, no doubt. I usually go back and do that after I determine my wiring machinations worked :). I discovered the alternator puts out around 230 watts according to a fellow with a 2018 so probably the same for this year. Have to be judicious, I guess :). I do like me some heated grips and the BMW 310GS supposedly has 308 watts...but I may be in the mood for more panache and less precision :), thanks again.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing that info. It helps me out because I have heated grips to get installed, and I typically have electronics that need to be charged while riding. I may not want to ever run heated grips while charging at the same time period
@RC-uw9uy5 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto It would be handy to find out the alternator output at various rpms...perhaps someone has already done that or possibly RE has some info, that would tell us what we can run while riding. Are all those vehicles in the driveway yours :). I used to have a stable about that large until I realized this ginormous autopay every month was for car insurance, lol. Down to four for now. Apparently I swore sometime back in the distant past to only have one truck and one bike at the same time...I do not recall that comment...:)
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
@@RC-uw9uy ha, no, not all mine. I share a driveway with my neighbors. We have 1 Land Cruiser and 1 Jeep. The 6x6 was in my way in the garage, but it has since been hauled up north to my cabin. If you see a motorcycle, then yeah, that's me. 😏
@mattyb77363 жыл бұрын
Hi Justin, 1.5 years on, can we get an update on how its holding up? any issues with the stock regulator / rectifier charging the battery? any other problems? I'm considering a lithium upgrade for my new Himmi and would like your feedback on how you have found it please.
@Ian-ny6ux6 ай бұрын
Up. I need to know too
@knobbytrails5774 жыл бұрын
Interesting video, thank-you for posting, I may do the same to my own Himalayan. I do have a couple of questions though: 1) Lithium batteries usually specify a much lower Ah capacity that their lead-acid equivalents, like 3Ah vs. 8Ah for example; to me it sounds as if the lithium ones may well provide better cranking power but their charge lasts far less when they are connected to a load while not being constantly recharged. Is my take correct? 2) When the battery is in the vehicle it is recharged by a system that is meant for lead-acid units; why then are special chargers needed to recharge/maintain them off-board? What am I missing?
@myandrewsfamily5 жыл бұрын
I think I may have mounted the battery on the side, and drilled a hole through the side case, and then installed a small rubber plug. That way I could hit the reset w/o taking the seat off (by using a screwdriver or some such. And by the way, in my space by the battery in my bike, I installed an electronic unit that flashes the brake lights 5 times before going on solid whenever I apply the brake; hoping to keep the folks behind me alert, :) Nice channel, I was watching Noraly, and found you by KZfaq giving me other results for the Himalayan, nice job!
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Hey, Jimster, I like your idea having an access port to the restart button. Good thinking! And the brake flasher too. I think those flashers really work. Superb idea! Glad you stumbled across my channel, and thanks for sharing ideas. 🍻😀
@LoneRiderTravelDiaries5 жыл бұрын
Love the video Justin! 🙌🏻 Need to upgrade my battery as well!
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@sampoteste5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting this video. Glad nothing bad happened during the quake
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, you're welcome! This vid isn't very exciting, but may come in handy to people for the next few years. So far the battery swap and flipping the terminals around has been worthwhile.
@CraigSmith5685 жыл бұрын
I may be wrong, but I believe with these batteries you can just unhook the ground in the winter. They lose almost nothing with no draw. Just wondering if you could use the other posts on the battery to hook your accessories up to. Love your videos. Informative and great quality.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Absolutely you could put the accessories on the other terminals. They're just harder to get to. But should you really need to mess with them much once installed? Probably not. I think it's a good way to go. Thanks for the positive feedback Craig! 🙂
@GaryPeckham3 жыл бұрын
Great work. Loving what you’ve done....
@URBANAMERICANTAC4 жыл бұрын
Maybe a nice hidden second key. Spark plugs and even a spark plug wire. Maybe even some in-line fuel filter spares. Emergency cash or precious metals (1 oz silver bar). Def some back up documents for the bike and even photocopy of the driver licenses. For security reasons, You could probably get away with blacking out your address on the photocopy yet still have it be useful in a weird situation you would need identification and your main source is MIA. I’d say some extra cash (100 bucks) A spark plug and wire. Cut in a clear fuel filter prior to any other filter and have some replacements for it then some zip ties and duct tape. If you’re feeling board one day, wrap the rear sub frame with the survival Paracord.
@Clarifix2 жыл бұрын
160 ca was not enough with a LiFePo4 battery (brand "BC"). This battery was only able to crank the Himalayan (2021 euro 5 model) with a warm engine, or just after having been charged. So it seems the value is a bit on the brink. IMHO it's a very wise choice to go for more cranking amps, but be careful because the size of the battery increases with it.
@Roadghost884 жыл бұрын
BTW, I have the same problem with a USB/cigarette plug combo. It's the cheap wiring. Took about 2 days to drain my battery. Luckily I have a kick start in addition to my electric start. Replaced the wire and cleared up the problem.
@mg101173 жыл бұрын
It also seems that the ATZ-10 has perfect dimensions for Himalayan (with no need to pack foam etc..etc..as you did with the ATZ-7) and more power. I may go with that choice instead, however it is a little bit more money...
@KARMAkazeMoto3 жыл бұрын
I addressed everything on your previous comment. 🙂
@tangshangrangsamarak69085 жыл бұрын
Our Indian Govt. Make it compulsory for the two wheeler vehicle's headlight on whenever you turn on the vechicle. Why the govt. Does that!? Is that people could each other from far away on the highways, that's the only reason!! Thank you for vid. It helps a lot... Keep it up Your good work... 👍👍
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
I guess it makes some sense, and truly my other bikes are like this as well. It's not a strange thing. But it is a tradeoff, and on an adventure bike I feel the important thing is to not wear the battery down and get stranded. Thanks for that info. And for complimenting the video. Much appreciated, Sir. 🙂
@tangshangrangsamarak69085 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto welcome!! I agree..
@uralbob15 жыл бұрын
Closed-cell foam can be found at any hardware or big box home store. It's not terribly expensive. be sure to buy closed-cell, not open-cell foam. Great vid! I might buy this battery for my Moto Guzzi Stelvio.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
I didn't realize until I posted the link how relatively inexpensive the Antigravity battery was. Don't get me wrong, $116 is not a cheap batter, but for Lithium? That has an auto shutoff? Even a quality lead acid batter could run $89. And thanks for sharing the tip on the sealed foam. I'm sure it's WAY cheaper than buying from Antigravity. Lucky for me I had stuff from when Antigravity included foam with their batteries. Was so glad I found that stuff and was able to finish off the battery at the end of the vid. Thanks Robert!
@Dr_Khanz3 жыл бұрын
Remove the fuse for headlight and start the bike. Add a switch in the fuse line and keep the headlights off! That's cheap than the battery itself
@KARMAkazeMoto3 жыл бұрын
That's a good idea no matter what. But I might not have been clear in the video. While the headlight does cause a draw, which can hinder starting if the battery is low, the problem is the battery being low or dead to begin with. Many people have reported their Himalayan batteries being junk after only a couple months of use. So the battery may need to be swapped out. But I still like the idea of being able to control if the headlight is on when you start. Sometimes you just need that little extra power, especially on a cold day. Thanks Javed! 👍
@billallen75454 жыл бұрын
In the video you’ve installed the Antigravity ATZ7 to replace the OEM Varta battery. Couple questions: 1. How is it performing since you’ve installed it a little over a year ago (as I write this)?, 2. Did you consider the Antigravity ATZ10 which has the same physical dimensions as the Varta? Thanks.
@jmatley4 жыл бұрын
Hi Bill. The battery has held up fine for me. No complaints. Still needs a maintenance charger, but lasts a heck of a lot longer than my original battery. Regarding the 10AH battery, I included it as a recommendation for others to consider in the video description, but I've been fine with the 7. For anyone planning to install accessory lights along with the heated grips, or if they just want more peace of mind knowing the battery is longer-lasting, I strongly encourage them to consider the ATZ10 linked here amzn.to/2sYFk3I. There is also an 8AH unit, amzn.to/2Ynfmph. But the 7AH battery has worked well, even in cold weather and long use of the heated grips, amzn.to/2Ff28iK. Excellent question. 👌
@billallen75454 жыл бұрын
@@jmatley Just installed the Antigravity 10AH battery in my 2019 Himalayan and it fit like a champ. Getting all the wiring guts back into the cavity was a friction point but eventually got it all back together. Thanks for the tip on using Antigravity. Cheers!
@steventanner14285 жыл бұрын
I have Been thinking about the Himalayan. I like the fact that the engine is not souped up. Lower compression less stress. I have heard through the gossip line that a twin cylinder 650 is in the works. I hope so. I am a lot heavier than you 300 lbs. There are some creeks I like to fish and getting there going over the boundary trail to get to them like i used to when I was younger would make it more fun.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Hey, even I would like a 650. Shoot, even a 500 would put this thing over the top, a little more top-end breathing room. I think you have the right idea on how to reclaim some of your youth. 👍😀
@gawoodbridge3 жыл бұрын
Put some anti-chafe tape on the back of the panel to stop the wires from being worn through.
@KARMAkazeMoto3 жыл бұрын
Sounds like good, simple advice. 👍 Thanks.
@ps.adv.98515 жыл бұрын
Hi Justin. You can keep some spare fuses, wire and electrical tape in the extra space 😊
@KARMAkazeMoto4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I really think that is the most practical sort of thing to do.
@gaylinlack7265 жыл бұрын
Very good. Like the new battery and switch controlled accessories should be really nice.
@chrisgraham8873 жыл бұрын
Wow!! Pricy little battery but seems like its worth the peace of mind. I've heard nothing but complaints about the stock Varta batteries. Sounds like they need to be left on life support if they are left to sit for more than three or four days. LOL
@KARMAkazeMoto3 жыл бұрын
It was worth it to me. Plus... I had no choice. My original battery was shot. Thought I'd go lighter if I had to drop the money. And being that there was no RE dealer near me (until just this summer) I couldn't exchange it.
@chrisgraham8873 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto Yeah,,,not hearing great things about the Varta battery, So far so good with mine, but I may convert next season!
@peterwrench44165 жыл бұрын
Great idea that start button, technically you would never get stuck again. A tube of 'Metal Putty' might be a handy item, I used that stuff to fix a crack in a sump pan once, brilliant.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Putty instead of the 2-part tube mix is probably the way to go. Excellent. 👍
@williamsatish254 жыл бұрын
I guess it is going to be a year you might be using this, kindly share the performance & your thoughts about it.
@mylifeinthailand87513 жыл бұрын
I have the USB DC port you bought and have used it a few times and can say it is very good
@gcprost3 жыл бұрын
When I went to pick up my new Himalayan, the battery was so dead, even the dash lights wouldn't come on. I think that, from what I heard, the original batteries are still a problem. Anyway the dealer replaced the battery with a new Japanese one so I should be golden for awhile.
@KARMAkazeMoto3 жыл бұрын
You'd think they'd get a handle on that. Glad you got a new one. Will be interesting to know if the Japanese battery holds a charge longer. If so, it would further point to the original battery being a problem vs the bike somehow drawing the battery down.
@KARMAkazeMoto3 жыл бұрын
Oh, and I hope you get on well with that new Himalayan! 🙂
@jimhackney47275 жыл бұрын
I agree that .01 amps is not an issue. That equates to a 10 mA (milliamp) draw which is nominal. For reference a car is allowed up to a 40 or 50 mA draw with all power accessories off and all computers in sleep mode. Of course a car battery has a lot more reserve capacity than a motorcycle battery, but still, 10 mA is fine. Thanks for another good video.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Glad to get some backup on that! Thanks Jim! I'm going to do some further testing of the rate and consistency of charge coming from the bike just to be 100% certain it was a battery-only issue. No sense in harming the new Lithium unit if it can be avoided.
@racingferret80534 жыл бұрын
If it needs a special charger when being charged in your garage won't the onboard charger damage the battery
@ghanasr3 жыл бұрын
the onboard charger would be charging lead acid. is it compatible with lithium ion?
@BoltonMaverickoutdoors Жыл бұрын
Nice little survival kit in there would be good
@KARMAkazeMoto Жыл бұрын
Agreed, especially since it's not the sort of place you want items that should be easily or quickly accessible. Survival gear would be a rare thing to need.
@dermotsomers4 жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks. How often do you have to charge the lithium battery or do you just leave it connected when you're not using the bike?
@chclad4 жыл бұрын
Your presentation is excellent and material is inspiring me to consider getting one...in this video I did not see a later install video on the 12v/USB port system...do you have the brand and/or link to it??
@WolfMates5 жыл бұрын
Great Video Justin! Very detailed tips and excelent audio and camera ;) Yeah some battery brands are realy bad. Varta should be good but... my experience shows me that japanese brands are very good :) A friend's Yamaha FZ6 battery from 2010 is still going decent and he sometimes leave the bike stored for 3-4 months without charge... Yuasa i think. The Himalyan looks great and the new battery is a great upgrade ;) Earthquake? Ouch... Not as bad as the one in 2018 i hope. Hope everyone is ok :) Ride Safe!
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Mr Lone Wolf. 😉 My Bandit battery is similar to your friend's FZ6. It can sit for months, and it is at least 10 years old. Really impressive. Haven't looked at the brand yet, because I've never pulled it out since owning the bike. No need. 🙂 I was actually talking about that 2018 quake. I hadn't ever shown the damage until just now. Safe riding for you as well!
@Believe2315 жыл бұрын
Yep same here, I have an '06 Goldwing that has the Yuasa battery in it. Oops, it might be the original so I'd better get that checked out! But it keeps starting up its behemoth 1800cc 6 cyl. engine, so why possibly spoil a good thing? 😁
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
@@Believe231 there's something really satisfying about a product that gives continued use well beyond expectation.
@robertj532 жыл бұрын
Thanks for a great video. i just bought my 2022 Himalayan a couple of weeks ago. Since I am planning a couple of long trips soon I wanted to check with you and see how your Lithium battery is holding up, I will probably change to the lithium after my initial breaking in period. Have you had any problems with the battery so far? Thanks again for the video.
@KARMAkazeMoto2 жыл бұрын
Enjoy that Himalayan! My battery is fine, but I'd like to encourage you to go with the ATX-10 model instead of the 7 if you can budget a little more. Either model is linked in the description. I heard Antigravity was telling people to go with the 10, that the 7 was inadequate. Not sure how that can be since the power output and capacity are equal or greater than the original Himalayan battery. Mine has been fine. Either way, extra power on the 10 means less need for a maintenance charge when parked for longer periods of time, and more starts if the bike ever encounters hard starting. Aloha! Sitting on a plane headed to Hawaii right now. 🏝
@robertj532 жыл бұрын
Thank You, I appreciate the information.
@RichardEricCollins5 жыл бұрын
On the UK facebook group some have had the battery fail too. Maybe a bad batch. RE need to improve some aspects for their QA. Mine has been ok, had the bike six months and done 1400 miles. Has been stood for up to two weeks and started fine with no battery manager. My USB charger uses a relay to shut it down when the bike is off. You can tap into the rear light to trigger the relay. Some more knowledgeable than I have said that the charging circuit can not cope with too many accessories. May need to check the extra demand can be supported by the alternator.
@shamoy10005 жыл бұрын
Now days batteries are like other electronics. They can just go bad overnight. Like light bulbs, they work until they don't. I use Odessey extreme service. They often last over a decade.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Whatever is in my Bandit is super old and reliable too. Don't know what it is. Never had to pull it out. That would be funny if it turned out to be an Odessey. 🙂
@dsbdnet5 жыл бұрын
store a length of galvanized wire - numerous uses
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
A perfect companion to the JB Weld, tape and zip ties. Thanks! 👍
@Hyperious_in_the_air5 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto heat shrink and a cheap lighter as well, not only for repairs, but the lighter is great for a survival situation as well!
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
@@Hyperious_in_the_air that's a couple of good ideas. I could definitely see including both those items. Thanks!
@roger43754 жыл бұрын
I would use the space for some survival gear, fishing line, compass, fire making stuff, maybe a solar blanket, and maybe some bullion cubes. After that under battery, coil of insulated wire, wire ties, and baggie of spare nuts and bolts....
@KyleJohnsonMuncie5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great video, very thorough and detailed. I haven't been stranded yet with the OEM battery, but there have been some slow crankings that has me concerned....i'm sure it's death is imminent! Ordered the battery, foam and charger using your links.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Oh wow, that is awesome! Thanks! 😀 And I'm glad you found this useful. So do you have any ideas of what you'll use the extra space for? 🤔
@KyleJohnsonMuncie5 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto I kind of like the idea of a spare tube, just need to decide if front or rear tube is best. Would kind of like to find a small container to put some miscellaneous things in, some common bolts, and maybe some emergency beer cash!
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
@@KyleJohnsonMuncie I think you're the first one to say anything about common bolts. That's an excellent idea! Save weight with the lithium battery, then carry some spare fasteners.... and you're still dropping a couple pounds. Perfect idea! 🔩
@andyostertag4 жыл бұрын
Sweet video. Good angles with wonderful verbal explanation. Thanks
@gaylemesser1365 жыл бұрын
I think your idea of putting tubes of j b weld in is good. I think a strip of foam to get the play out would be a good move. The cable on top if you could make sure it doesn't rub thru the insulation is key. Love the smaller size of the battery and your setup. Now let's ride!!! VAUGHN
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
I think I will protect that + cable better. Thanks for the encouragement! I'm thinking I could add a little clip to the side of the air box that holds the cable instead of the cable resting on top the negative terminal. Would be a nice way to do it up. And I totally agree, it is time to ride! 😀
@gaylemesser1365 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto Good call. I forgot it was over the negative cable. Let's ride!!! VAUGHN 🤠
@johndavidwolf42394 жыл бұрын
Choke? It was my understanding that the RE Himalayan is electronically fuel injected, and chokes are only on carburetors. Did you convert? While is usually impossible to check the specific gravity of the electrolyte in AGM batteries, I would check your battery charge's output when it is set to the mode you used over the winter. Varta is a Swiss company and they usually have better than average quality control for their products made in other countries. For periods of under a two months, a 'battery tender' is usually not needed.
@KARMAkazeMoto4 жыл бұрын
The Himalayan does have a "choke" of sorts. The manual calls it a choke. I believe the technical term is a bypass or something like that. Go figure.
@KARMAkazeMoto4 жыл бұрын
And thanks for the battery info. 👍🍻
@IRONMAN-kb4su5 жыл бұрын
When i went tender hunting for my bike hit 6 stores before found one that didn't have the the battery cable stolen out of it ! You have one of a kind side cover now , how many people can say " oh that happened when a 7.0 earthquake hit" ! ! !
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Yeah, you're right. 😀 pretty unique Himalayan now! Survived a quake. I have to say, I can't believe it didn't fall over. That center stand really keeps it's footing.
@pmfsify5 жыл бұрын
Hi! Sorry about the earthquake :( About battery, Varta is good quality and i dont understand why she drained out in just a few months? Lithium are the future and the new awsome Zontes T310 came with inteligent batterie that you can turn on or switch off. Stay safe! Kind regards from Portugal
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Hey, that looks like a nice bike! Never heard of it before. You can tell Zontes really tried hard to give a total, modern package. Pretty cool.
@clinterz5 жыл бұрын
Very informative, thanks!
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@SaltShack3 жыл бұрын
The lithium has more amp hours, usable, than the stock battery. The best agm batteries will only deliver 1/2 the rated amp hrs. Lithium batteries deliver essentially all the rated capacity. So the stock 8 amp hrs. is actually only 4 and the lithium is much closer to the 7.
@bren1064 жыл бұрын
Constant maintenance charging decreases overall battery life, battery chemistry isn't helped by being on constant trickle charge. A couple of hours a week will maintain voltage and allow the ups and downs necessary. A battery is a bank - deposit withdraw, deposit withdraw, deposit withdraw.
@KARMAkazeMoto4 жыл бұрын
My understanding is maintenance chargers are not constantly charging. That would be catastrophic. I believe they only provide a light charge once a significant drop in voltage is detected. I'm aware the best way to store lithium for long periods of time is in a balanced state of 50%. Not exactly practical to start your bike at a moment's notice, but it would be a nice feature on a maintenance charger to set a start and end date to hold at 50% (during winter storage), then jump to 100% just in time for spring riding. Maybe it already exists. 🤔🙂
@bren1064 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto I should have been clearer, my comment was more about the failed battery's life may have prematurely ended due to maintenance charging. Lithium cells should be cv/cc and I doubt many maintenace chargers have that ability presently. Maybe Antigravity will see it as a possible extension to their product range. I have a bank of 12v 7Ah batteries connected to a solar set up on my shed roof running lights etc. in there. I've taken a lead off the busbar to a point where I can pop on clips to my bike battery, but in a climate where I have been able to ride throughout winter it's not been needed yet. Thanks for responding to a comment on a video put up quite a while back 👍
@sanjeevsinghbrar74065 жыл бұрын
hi Justin sorry to see the damage on your bikes by the quake. minor but heartrending for a guy who loves his bikes. anyway good modification. RE should think of this as an option for us here in India too who live in high altitude low temperatures. where no bike riding during winters.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sanjeev. Glad you liked the mod. 👍
@timedrifters4 жыл бұрын
Huston, we got a problem...... ;) ))) First a Powerbank, Second, two Terminal on the batterie & then from time time load you batterie. :) Your tool is a good investment. Thumbs up. +Install your Power outlet via the horn ! so, short cabels and goes only with your ignition..... by the way. ;)+
@gopalmuralig4 жыл бұрын
Hi Justin, wanted to check how the new battery is working? Had a question - did you change the rectifier-regulator unit to accommodate the lithium battery or does the existing one work fine? I am thinking of switching to lithium battery on my Himalayan too. Would appreciate your feedback. Thanks for your videos and safe riding.
@TheWinger10084 жыл бұрын
Might use the extra space to tuck an extra spark plug in there. Like you idea of the zip ties. They are always in the way. Might also tuck a few bucks in there for those oh crap moments if any occur.
@geraldburmeister96374 жыл бұрын
looks like that space might fit an innertube. when you pull out the new one you could put the old one back in till you replaced it with a new one again.
@dannyschindler2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video. I just noticed the anti-gravity UK website states that the atz-7 is not suitable for the Himalayan and recommends the atz-10. Any ideas why they go with the 10 amp hour version?
@KARMAkazeMoto2 жыл бұрын
Cost more? Just kidding. Even on my own video, in the description, I encourage people to get the 10. Here's the thing, the 7 has worked great for me. Even running grip heaters and charging devices. Still works. But the 10 technically fits the battery box space perfectly, and the added power will limit any rundown battery issues if you're running extra lights and other accessories. It'll last longer when sitting, endure the headlight being left on longer, etc. So the 10 is a good option. 7 works fine, 10 has more amp hours and fits perfect.
@mithunmukherjee5 жыл бұрын
Great video as always! My OEM Varta VTX9 battery died on me three months after purchase and that was last summer. Since then I’ve heard of several other US Himalayans suffers the same fate. Hope RE takes note and discontinues this particular battery make/model in their bikes stateside. I ended up replacing mine with another AGM battery but your idea of using a lithium battery is awesome. Curious to know how it works out on the Himalayan in the longer term. Thanks again for a very informative video!
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Thanks! You too? I hope you got a new battery under warranty. I didn't bother checking on that, but I should have just to get a new one... for my ATV. 😀 I hope the Lithium holds up. Only time will tell. Good to hear from you again. From NY right? Can't quite remember. Ride safe!
@mithunmukherjee5 жыл бұрын
KARMAkaze Moto I wish! It was like pulling teeth with my dealer and RE, they wanted me to bring the bike in an hour away even though I had the battery load tested and determined there was no parasitic drain. In the end I just bought my own battery and didn’t bother dealing with the warranty negotiations anymore. There have been a few more complaints about the Varta batteries on the Himalayan so I’m hoping they start to at least honor the warranty on these.
@mithunmukherjee5 жыл бұрын
And yes, from western NY :)
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear that. Yup, it's sounding like a consistent problem. With new batteries now we're all testing if they'll suffer the same fate (perhaps a bike charging problem) or prove that the issue was the Varta all along. I'm hoping for the later.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Did you initiate that FB Himalayan owners page, or just a member?
@tiborkiss91864 жыл бұрын
the 12v 8Ah lead-acid battery gives only 96w, half of it is usable, so 48W. The 7A li-ion battery can give all the nominal capacity, so 84w real capacity. In real life, the Li-ion battery you built in lasts much longer than the lead-acid you replaced.
@thevagabondlawyershivangis61795 жыл бұрын
Beautiful posts ❤️
@roygupte34804 жыл бұрын
The small things for thr bike make a difference to the overall performance of the bike,
@gregadams58714 жыл бұрын
Like the battery mod. Anytime you cut weight down it is a good thing. Once you reversed the battery leads can you still easily reach the start button on top of the battery? Keep up the great videos.
@KARMAkazeMoto4 жыл бұрын
The button is easy enough to reach, yes. I can still get to it with my finger.
@paulbuschman83183 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your videos, very helpful and informative. Have you had any issues with the lithium battery you installed?...I recently installed ATZ-7's in both my and my wife's 2021's (using your links). Neither one of them seem to be holding their charges -- any ideas?
@KARMAkazeMoto3 жыл бұрын
First, thank you for using the links! I haven't had any problem like what you're describing with these lithium batteries in my Himalayan. I really hate to hear that someone is having problems with something that I recommended, but again that's not happening to me. Do you have some sort of accessories that are causing a constant drain? In the earlier part of this video I went through checking to see if there was any draw on the battery. That's really the only thing I can think of. I keep mine on a maintenance charger. That's been keeping the battery charged through our long winter in Alaska. But I don't need that if the bike is just sitting for a couple weeks. And I'm using an appropriate lithium charger. So how quickly are they losing charge? Overnight, or within a couple of weeks?
@paulbuschman83183 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto Thanks for the quick response! I was able to cross check another battery charger and it looks like I have a bad charger...makes the most sense since the bikes and batteries are both new and having the same issue with the same charger.
@KARMAkazeMoto3 жыл бұрын
@@paulbuschman8318 glad you got it sorted out. That makes sense. Enjoy your summer! (Assuming you're in the Northern Hemisphere.)
@user-ym6lc7pk1e4 жыл бұрын
Lithium batteries usually have problem charging in freezing temperatures. You may actually kill battery if you attempt to charge it cold. Has this battery been tested for winter conditions?
@johnsnowsghost5 жыл бұрын
Another enjoyable video Justin. I am starting to want a Himalayan. 😁. Good space for a first aid kit and emergency chocolate.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
I like those ideas! A little concerned about that chocolate sitting aft of the engine, but hey, a little chocolate syrup would really improve my powdered milk 🥛. You just made me think that quick release clips on the side panels would be nice. Why spin bolts when you could pop the panels off and access your first aid kit quicker?
@johnsnowsghost5 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto Great idea Bud. Inspiration is a beautiful thing. I also thought of a small fire starting tin with a folding knife ,a ferro rod and some carbon cloth. Just for emergency you understand. Ride safe .👍
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
@@johnsnowsghost 👌 Maybe I can start marketing my own kit! Developed in wild Alaska, could save your life, portion of proceeds donated to some other life-saving charity... good karma. 🤝
@johnsnowsghost5 жыл бұрын
Like it. ... Good karma indeed .
@grayman9995 жыл бұрын
Have you seen the Powertronic ECU upgrade for the Himalayan check out itchy boots motovlogger channel looks like a really decent upgrade ?
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Psst... I have one ready to install. But don'tell anyone. 😉
@grayman9995 жыл бұрын
I think it's a superb upgrade for this bike I hear good reports about it 👍
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
I'm hopeful for at least noticeable results.
@daveinwla63605 жыл бұрын
I'm *really* interested in hearing your results with this. Itchy Boots has steadfastly refused to talk about her PowerTronic ECU ever since the controversy hit after she raved about it, although its M1/M2 switch is still in place.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Wow I missed all that. I remember she was impressed with it, but what happened after that?
@andywilliamson68544 жыл бұрын
Hey great videos. Have you installed the 3 in 1 charging unit yet? Any chance of a link? Thanks again
@leeedwards5572 жыл бұрын
Don't know if you are aware but the antigravity website says the atz7 is not suitable for the himalayan m8? they recommend the atz10
@joecamel68352 жыл бұрын
🤭
@KARMAkazeMoto2 жыл бұрын
Interesting. Good info. Mine has been working fine. But in the video description, since the beginning, I have also encouraged people to consider the ATZ10, especially if they plan to run more lighting and accessories, or if they want it to sit longer without a maintenance charge. Let's face it, the cranking amps and amp hours of the ATZ7 are as much or more than the stock Himalayan battery. Antigravity may be pushing the more costly option for profit. Maybe.
@backpackerDeep5 жыл бұрын
Really good and informative video. 👍
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@citternboy5 жыл бұрын
A powerhub fuse box maybe good down the side of the battery if your hooking more stuff up
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
That would make a lot of sense. And I do have a couple more accessories to install such as heated grips. Good idea Cameron. 👍
@peterbye825 жыл бұрын
It doesnt have a choke its fuel injected . That leaver is to enrich the mixture at high altitude like in the Himalayas etc
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
I want to make sure some readers don't get confused. That lever is in fact referred to as a choke in the Himalayan owners manual. It's possible the manual is written this way for the US market. While it may not mechanically function the exact same way as some old styles of carb chokes, the end result of enriching fuel is the same (you are quite right), to help with cold starts. At high altitude you often get colder weather so it would seem the choke is needed more often. But in general at high altitude a bike needs less fuel while riding, not enriched, to run properly due to the fact that there is less oxygen. Again, for other reader's sake, at low altitude, with more oxygen, we need more fuel for a proper mixture. High altitude with less oxygen we need less fuel for a proper mixture. This particular fuel injected bike does in fact have a choke. You'd think the temp sensors would allow the ECU to automatically adjust fuel delivery for cold starting, but for some reason you need to pull the choke lever manually. I thought it was strange too.
@matthewfurlong38894 жыл бұрын
I need a new battery for my wife's Himalayan....9 months on any issues with this one? Great videos by the way.
@KARMAkazeMoto4 жыл бұрын
No problems. 👍
@matthewfurlong38894 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto Thank you sir! Keep up the great work on the videos. Travel vlogs and instructionals are both super to watch.
@moreirasp Жыл бұрын
I really liked. The video is 4 years old, can you give more information about the durability? I'm from Brazil, I believe I don't have this battery here, I'll have to import it.
@KARMAkazeMoto Жыл бұрын
Hello. I am still using the same battery I installed 4 years ago. I have not had any problems. You should know that it will need to be kept charged at least every couple of months. You should plan to have a lithium maintenance charger and just keep it plugged in every time you park for more than a week. With the maintenance charger I have kept my battery working perfectly. I would highly recommend you purchase the larger capacity battery which is linked in the video description. Again, my battery has been fine, but I think it is safer and a better value to have the larger battery.
@URBANAMERICANTAC5 жыл бұрын
That space would be good for a fuse box for adding accessories
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
I totally agree. I could probably do that and still have room for some emergency items.
@tedsmith1534 жыл бұрын
The battery has been working good? No problem with charging ? When are you going to finish the ride to the north slope?
@jammymark5 жыл бұрын
Battery maintainer or charger all winter? Sure you didn't boil the battery dry?
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Good thinking, but maintenance chargers specifically don't do that. They sense the battery voltage and only charge (max 1.1 amps in my case) if the battery voltage dips out of range. I was having trouble with the battery even before winter. In late Summer and Fall if the bike sat for a few days they batter would be dead. Good question to ask though, especially considering the charger could have been faulty.
@jammymark5 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto Cool. Seen plenty of videos where people leave trickle chargers on all winter and then wonder why there's no water left and the cell plates are all buckled! 😂
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Yikes! Yeah that is not the expected outcome. Quite the opposite.
@alainterriault74925 жыл бұрын
what is the winter maintenance, for lithium?
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
@@alainterriault7492 My understanding is that lithium Batteries really like to be at 50% charge, so I plan to just check it every once in a while.
@sscbkr485 жыл бұрын
My RE varta lasted 6 months.. pathetic! 120cca reading 72..lasted 3 days. Tried to get one through the dealer but too time consuming.. so I ordered a yuasa ytx9.. 235 cca was the best I could find.. right choice, or should I have gone lithium?
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Yuasa batteries are known for lasting a long time with minimal attention, so I think it's a fine choice I just like the lithium option for weight savings and the auto-off feature if it starts to get worn down. Nice, but not necessary.
@sscbkr485 жыл бұрын
Good to hear. Thanks Justin! Keep up the great work. 😁
@gman27073 жыл бұрын
Justin, You Are The Man!. I just bought a 2021 RE Himalayan. I got the JR Racing handguards & the Antigravity Lithium battery. My question is, I also purchased a Battery tender junior. Do you know if it will work on the Antigravity Lithium Battery? Thanks, Gonzo from Tampa.
@KARMAkazeMoto3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! And congrats on the new bike! How will you be riding that Himalayan? Daily rider, weekend camping trips, long adventure? Where will you be riding it? I had to refresh my memory on this battery issue. There are a couple of problems with using a lead acid battery charger on a lithium battery. The first, lead acid chargers like the one you purchased do not need to entirely turn off. They can keep providing a trickle charge. Lithium chargers are supposed to turn off completely, because if they continue to trickle charge, the lithium battery can overheat, burn up, and burn down your house. A second concern is that lithium batteries have a different voltage when they are 80%, 50%, etc., charged than when a lead acid battery is at that same level of charge. So a battery charger designed for lead acid, with programming that "understands" voltage = % of charge, is being tricked by a lithium battery. This is all very serious when using a maintenance charger that is left on, connected to the battery, and you walk away. Your battery may catch fire. It's not worth the risk.
@gman27073 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto Thanks for the detailed explanation. Just ordered a lithium battery charger. Thanks again!
@KARMAkazeMoto3 жыл бұрын
@@gman2707 Good choice. You're welcome.
@sampoteste5 жыл бұрын
Nice, that is 10mA of draw. For better results it is probably best to tie those accessories to a relay that is activated when the key is in the ON position. That would remove that bit of a drain.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
You're 100% on the money with that idea. And the relay and accessory connections could be in the extra space. 🤔🙂👍 I've been thinking of a similar setup so the the headlight only comes on when the engine is running, relay powered by magneto instead of the key. You think that would make sense? Of course, with the auto cutoff on the battery I don't have a worry of the headlight draining the battery, but still.
@sampoteste5 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto Good idea, it would be nice to have it turn on like that. I cant think of a way to achieve it other than using an oil pressure switch. The magneto idea is also interesting and maybe some type of voltage controlled switch but that may leave you in the dark whenever there is a problem with the charging system. I am waiting to perform the first service on my bike. I intend to use the relay trick for my USB ports up on front. I also have an auxiliary light on front to help with the lack of high beam on my Himalayan. That one, I hope to connect to the high beam line going to the headlamp now. Maybe using a relay of some sort as well. Good deal man, I like these videos. Nice to see real life dealings with this wonderful and capable affordable bike :-)
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
@@sampoteste my gears are turning now. ⚙⚙⚙ 🙂 Just curious, why don't you have a highbeam?
@sampoteste5 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto I do have a high beam but it is not that great. The small position lamp inside the main lamp affects the projected light and the resulting beam is not a full beam. I wanted to have some more light closer in front of the bike to better see where I am going at night. Good deal bro. When I get to do mine I will try to post a video as well.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
@@sampoteste I know what you mean. Feel free to link to your video in a comment here. I'll be interested to see the improvement and others might as well.
@BikerBytes5 жыл бұрын
What a great battery and a really positive review. I was shocked at the size. Is it the current model? How much did they charge you for it? Any negative points? ATB Jason.
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
Yes, this is the current model. Do they make batteries without "current"? 😀😉 I know, that was a pretty lame joke. But yes, it's current. They actually recommend a larger, 360cca version for the Himalayan for whatever reason. That one is expensive, $179US or so. This 150cca version was $117. Not cheap, but not insane either considering the functionality of it. Just my opinion I guess. I have nothing but good things to say about it so far, but I've yet to put a full season on it or run heated grips, etc. Only time will tell how it holds up. There are links in the description, but I don't know if those links are accurate for Australia orders.
@BikerBytes5 жыл бұрын
KARMAkaze Moto pretty lame joke? My comment was littered with puns mate 😂 , I nearly had a terminal episode 😜 Lucky I’m a down to earth person and well grounded. Some more for you ✊
@KARMAkazeMoto5 жыл бұрын
@@BikerBytes 🤣 what's strange is that I think my subconscious noticed your puns and was chuckling, but my conscious self so quickly grasped my own current model remark... I just hadn't made the connection, didn't complete the circuit of thought if you will.
@BikerBytes5 жыл бұрын
@@KARMAkazeMoto I think we're on the same wavelength 👍