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Old 18-03-2006, 07:04 PM
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Just brought a new MOCO battery for my '98 sportster part No 65989-97A
This is an technical upgrade and now my battery box will not fit!
the part number above superseeds part No 65989-97
Just thought I would let you guys know!
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Old 18-03-2006, 09:58 PM
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Re: Battery
I thought that a letter after the number indicated a later model year.

Part number 65989-97 BATTERY, 20AH should still be available, quoted as being £79.16 from http://www.guernseyharleydavidson.com/
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Old 18-03-2006, 11:13 PM
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Re: Battery
The `A`suffix denotes an upgrade. The 65989-97A has the exact same dimensions as the original. The 65989-97 is no longer available & has not been for many years now. If someone still has one, I would stay well clear of it.
I would imagine there is some other problem if the battery box no longer fits.
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Old 19-03-2006, 01:08 AM
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It's the design of the new battery. It has a mottled finish to it similar to the paint on the engines. It also has the harley logo and a detail strip around the battery. The detail strip is why the battery cover does not fit.
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Old 19-03-2006, 12:01 PM
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Re: Battery
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Originally Posted by blueskull
Just brought a new MOCO battery for my '98 sportster part No 65989-97A
This is an technical upgrade and now my battery box will not fit!
the part number above superseeds part No 65989-97
Just thought I would let you guys know!
I can just see the steam coming out of your ear holes as you realised it would'nt fit .
They reckon it's all part of the experience!
I'm having similar probs re my bright idea of changing the carb to a mikuni
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Old 19-03-2006, 05:04 PM
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If in doubt use a hammer!
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Old 19-03-2006, 07:51 PM
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Re: Battery
page 703 http://www.harleyworldchesterfield.c...5_security.pdf

Batteries P/Ns 65989-97A, 65989-90B or 65991-82B. may not allow use of accessory battery side covers on. XL and Dyna models.

If this appies to yours its nice to know they are aware of the problem, they don't if a fix though

Make sure its a big hammer.......
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Old 19-03-2006, 08:01 PM
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bit more http://rvlc.ritanet.net/Tech_Tips/M1099.pdf

I reckon I will need a new battery for next winter, you will have to give me the run down next meet.
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Old 26-03-2006, 12:21 PM
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Re: Battery
Would recommend yuasa battery £58 .00 from bikers world Pershore.excellant battery have used them for years. And batcover will fit;)
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