The battery on a motorbike, especially a carburetor motorbike, has a very vital role because it provides electricity while the motorbike’s electricity is run by the spool.
Seeing the negative effects that arise when a motorbike does not use a battery, it is recommended that you always install a battery on your favorite motorized vehicle.
Apart from providing extra comfort, the use of batteries can also increase the level of safety when driving.
Although motorbikes can continue to operate without a battery, this can have several negative effects that need to be taken into account. Anything?
1. Difficult to Start the Engine
On modern motorbikes, we can start the engine easily using the electric starter feature which depends on the battery.
Without a battery, we are forced to rely on the kick starter to start the engine, which may feel less practical and require extra effort. In fact, a number of motorbikes are now not equipped with kick starters.
2. Turn Signal Lights Not Blinking
Without a battery, the electrical voltage provided by the spool can become unstable, resulting in turn signal lights that flash rapidly or even not flash at all.
This is caused by a lack of electrical power that can be generated when the engine RPM is low, affecting the performance of the flasher which regulates the speed at which the turn signal flashes.
3. Motor Lights Dim when Engine RPM is Low
Low engine RPM, such as in idle or idling conditions, produces limited electrical voltage from the spool.
Without a battery as an additional power source, the motorbike lights can become dim and less bright when the engine is stationary. The light will only brighten again when the engine is given gas.