Fixing a Dead Motorbike Battery

Just like in cars, there are also times wherein the 6-volted batteries in motorcycles would discharge. When this happens, you can either buy a new one, which would be expensive, or try to fix it on your own. If you opt for the latter, then the following tips are certainly useful.

Before you start, make sure that you are wearing proper safety gear, including a pair of goggles and gloves. Bear in mind that motorcycle batteries contain sulphuric acid, which is toxic and extremely dangerous. Also, see to it that you are working on a properly ventilated place, which is away from any open flames.

To begin with, carefully take out the battery from your motorbike using a small wrench and then remove the plastic cell caps. Next, mix 8 ounces of magnesium sulphate or Epsom salts into one quart of fairly heated distilled water and form a solution. After which, you will then need to use a funnel to pour this mixture into all battery cells until each one is filled. Finally, charge the battery using a motorcycle trickle charger until it is full and good to go.