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Bought a new 2012 Yamaha!!!! Happy Birthday to me!

Got the training wheels on today and hope to have her first ride video out as soon as weather permits!

Anyone have a source on a battery charger for a 12v 2.6 Ah(20HR)/40 CCA battery? The bike has an odd plug on it with two bladed so a Bettery Tender Jr. will not mount. If the BT JR will safely charge this, then I can use the alligator clamps?
 
Cobalt said:
Got the training wheels on today and hope to have her first ride video out as soon as weather permits!

Anyone have a source on a battery charger for a 12v 2.6 Ah(20HR)/40 CCA battery? The bike has an odd plug on it with two bladed so a Bettery Tender Jr. will not mount. If the BT JR will safely charge this, then I can use the alligator clamps?
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Any smart charger made for 12V systems will work Eric. Just use the alligator clips and your good to go, or just pick up another patch cord.
 
Thanks Billy. I have the clips, I just need to get another charger. Both are in use keeping the twins ready for spring. ;) I was concerned about the Ah rating and the output of the BT Jr.

As soon as a warmer day comes, I will set the governor and get her out there to get a video of the first run. Going to be a SCARY day!
 
Cobalt said:
Thanks Billy. I have the clips, I just need to get another charger. Both are in use keeping the twins ready for spring. ;) I was concerned about the Ah rating and the output of the BT Jr.

As soon as a warmer day comes, I will set the governor and get her out there to get a video of the first run. Going to be a SCARY day!
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Oh okay, I got ya now. I think the Jr. is probably rated at 1.5amp which will be fine. Once the battery is topped off the charger will only keep it regulated at the proper voltage. I didn't know the 50 had a 12 volt system in it. Richie's 50 was kickstart only.
 
I think it is still editing but..... :D This was on my birthday just before loading it on the truck.

[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sjr25v-VuS0&list=UUd-VFHyFcdhFhUQ0hLEfcSg&index=1]Grampa test-drives granddaughter's TT-R50 - YouTube[/ame]
 
That's without any throttle governor Billy and I only hit 2nd gear. ;) We're going to try for her first ride next weekend, weather permitting. I need to get her used to steering and braking before I ever start the engine though. :D
 
So, the FZ1 has some competition this spring! Best Grandma/Grandpa award. That's a great little bike to learn on, plus it will grow with her as you allow her more throttle. :sinister:

Remember: phones go sideways when taking pictures and video!
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:shaking head:
 
Have to teach my daughter about that video taking with the cell. Galaxy S III and it should have been better. Next video will be with the GoPro though. ;)
 
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As mentioned, I got the training wheels on and need to make minor adjustments. I will set the governor on the bike for a speed I can walk/jog to keep up with. Once I can teach her braking and steering with a push, I'll allow her to start the engine and use the bike.

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As a reference shot, here is Bridgette's bike head to head with Nanny's (Michele's) bike for comparison. I'm hoping to get an on-off road bike to keep up with Bridgette when I can open the throttle some for her.

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