My turn for the battery problem.

[Tripps]

Had the battery fail because the bike was started too many times in a short period. (Troubleshooting a bad relay). I had a R3T beforre my GT and the battery was always on the verge of failing. Not big enough for the application. I learned my lesson then. I now run a 10 gauge wire from the +tve terminal to a copper clip that fits into a sunglass holder I mount behind the left saddlebag. When I need a jump, it's very convenient. I use a lug on the back wheel for the boost ground. I carry an 700amp lithium bank / starter to be self sufficient and help others in need. They are not very big and will start my zx14r without a battery.

Interesting, I think I had the exact same thing occur, bad relay, then battery no good. I struggle-started it a bunch of times

 

[TURBO200R4]

Hi. If I was to replace, or add in another start relay, It would be able to handle the current expected from the battery. Say 150 amps? Instead of a 30/40 amp relay, Why not use something like...

the thing about the 30/40 amp relay it does not handle the load of the starter
it activates the starter solenoid then the starter contacts take the heavy amp draw about 150 amps or so depending on bike condition
the starter solenoid may be close to 30/40?