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I jump started mine on the weekend with one of those small pocket USB charger/jumper batteries. Very handy to have around.
JJH, So how good is the factory alarm on the GS?
For instance, does it always self arm or can this be easily overridden?
I jump started mine on the weekend with one of those small pocket USB charger/jumper batteries. Very handy to have around.
The lithium boost packs use same type of battery as a phone or laptop computer.
They are VERY fussy about charging voltage so can’t be left connected to the bike for too long.
Lithium starter batteries are less power dense but a lot less fussy and safer as a result.
The factory alarm works ok. It sets automatically 1 minute after switching off. The only time I don’t use it is when on a ferry when you can manually override it. So it’s always on. The bike is never left long without use mabey a week at most when on holiday. To override it you go into the menus it is quite easy. JJH
The indicators flash as the alarm self arms. It could be disabled in the menus. JJHSo maybe mine is used by default but it’s never gone off.
I don’t have permanent power to the garage and I think hooking a bike to a mains charger is at the very best a clunky work-around.
The lithium battery solves the Optimate problem. It’s not perfect in cold weather but always starts the bike. A cold weak lead acid gives you one chance if that’s not enough it’s jump start time.
The indicators flash as the alarm self arms. It could be disabled in the menus. JJH
Mine is never connected to the bike, unless battery fails, and when connected only the time to start the engine, then all is fine, I must admit the XP-1 is quite strong my 2.5 diesel Toyota panel van battery went a bit low, and this little monster fired it up no problems.
Lithium seems to be the way to go. After over a century of lead acid and many false dawns (remember sulpher dixide? With its high temperature) a few manufacturers seem to be using them now. JJH
Yeah - go and bump start a vehicle with fuel injection and a flat battery - let me know how you get on. Post video...