How To Test A Motorcycle Battery. Turn off completely before testing or charging. Amps is usually indicated by an A on the Multimeter Switch.
Check the screen and youll get a battery reading. Before you start pulling out wires or calling for a battery replacement make sure you actually have a mechanical issueMost modern bikes are equipped with safety switches that do not produce power to the bike unless the side stand is kicked up or the clutch lever is engaged. How to test a motorcycle battery.
Switch your Digital Multimeter to DC AMPs.
If your voltage is at or above 124V youre good. Video-Is your Harley-Davidson or other brand motorcycle seem to be cranking over slowly when starting. If there is a 12V setting this is the best one to select. Let your motorcycle run for 2-3 minutes to receive an accurate surface charge.
