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Thanx everyone for all the help. Manufacturer is Chrome battery. Model # YTX20L-BS500008-20184. My 99 RSTD has 5500 mi. I am using a Deltron Battery Tender Junior with a very low output of .750ma. The charger only stays in the red light constantly. I only charge during the cool of overnight as rule of thumb. Earlier Delton technical support advised me to send in the charger so they can peak inside to repair it if it is defective under the 5 yr. warranty. So for 5 or 6 bucks for shipping, if they do find an issue and can not repair it, then they will sell me another new one for 16.00 plus shipping with a new 5 yr warranty. I told him that I live in southeast Tennessee and this is the 1st agm battery. That the Everstart brand only last 1 yr due to batteries overcharging and sulfate signs. I will begin to diagnose my stator and rectifier as all the pertinent links have shown...… I do like all the response's because I am getting educated. Yes I do have a nice Fluke meter. I did try to "rejuvenate" the acid filled battery with the warm distilled water and baking soda. But it does not work well. I am the 2nd owner. I have only ridden it approx. 600 mi. I will replace the battery cables as well and insure a proper clean bonded ground. Plus use battery protectant too....I may have to diagnose further before I decide to return the tender. Diagnose all mentioned.....

Hey I have a 99 RSTD. I bought a AGM battery. What modifcations do I need to do to the charging system in order to not overcharge the battery? Has someone wrote a link on this issue or anything related to it? My battery tender will not work on it. I was told I may have to install diodes? Thanx tj3777

Thank You everyone for the replies. I will remember the 4th & 5th gear ....From 45 - to - 80 mph. I will check all the switches. Clutch, Cruise, Brake and kickstand switches. I did adjust the back brake sw. just enough for it to light the brake light and remain a tight pedal operation.... I like to have the brake light come on ASAP, so I tried to give it a little more slack. I have tried it at the speeds above and to no avail so far. I will verify that the vacuum hose in between the pump and actuator is rid of all moisture. I also have the issue of having to bleed the clutch a couple of times every 50 or so miles or the clutch will slip. I live in the east side of Tennessee where it always shows up immediately first out of the gate on a decent hill. Then re-bleed there afterwards. The clutch slips terribly if you do not. I am the 2nd owner and have had the bike since 4800 mi. I immediately rebuilt both the master and slave cylinders and getting rid of the old fluid. I am aware of the tiny purge hole in the master cylinder to insure it is not clogged either re-creating this issue. I have had the local dealer reaffirm that all cylinder seals are properly "stacked" in the cylinders. After a brief pull over and bleed-- the bike goes on once again. (over and over) taking the joy out of riding. If you gradually throttle up--- its ok, but then slips immediately when you try aggressive throttle action...... So I just received "Barnett's Clutch SR-2 Spring conversion plate. "Purple" in color. part # 511-90-10002. I have a friend whos parents bike has the same kit and is a 99' as well. He swears it solves this issue altogether. I have successfully installed a stock replacement clutch kit on my old 87' venture when it had 83,000 mi on it. So what is the general opinion on this part please? Thank You.

I am the 2nd owner of this 99 RSTD. It has 5200 mi. on it. The cruise does not work. The lights show it is on. Hence- fuse is good. I have verified both lt. and rt. lower Cruise devices electrical connections are clean and tight. The vacumm hose in between the 2, running under the radiator is good. Due to certain disabilities, I absolutely need the cruie to work. All advice is appreciated. I have down loaded the wiring diagram from this site as well. Thank You. TJ3777.

Please help !!!!! Due to physical issues, I need the cruise to work ! It says its on but will not engage when activated. I removed all the necessary panels ( I think ). The fuse is good. The back brake switch works with the pedal adjustment and rear brake light. The double pole, double throw clutch switch works as a N/O and N/C switch. The device on the lt. lower cover with the vacuum hose going across to the rt. lower cover is not pinched or cracked. My service manual is for the royal star and does not provide any cruise info. for the rstd series. I know, for safety liability issues I suppose... I have not checked the front brake switch or the cruise switch itself due to no wiring diagrams to work with. Thank You for your help(s). !!!!

Windings can initially check normal when cold. But when under a "load" the varnish coatings may break down and short out. The same with any electrical device - including when new......

Fuel pump made for what kind of airplanes? Who makes it and what is the model #? Thank You?