How to start a motorcycle when the dry battery is dead?
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If the motorcycle is equipped with a kick starter, you can quickly start it by using the kick starter. Usually, a few kicks will get the engine running. First, shift into 3rd gear, then hold the clutch and push the motorcycle forward as fast as possible. Quickly release the clutch, and the engine should start at this point.
That time when my motorcycle battery was completely dead was really tough. The most basic method is push-starting: first turn the key to the power switch, shift into second or third gear, hold the clutch lever tight, and have someone help push the bike forward. Once the speed picks up, suddenly release the clutch, and as the engine is forced to turn, give it a bit of throttle. When you hear the engine roar, quickly pull the clutch again to adjust. Always prioritize safety when push-starting—find a flat, open area and avoid trying it on slopes. If no one is around to help, you can also try pushing downhill yourself, but it’s really not recommended for beginners. The easiest solution is to keep an emergency jump starter in your bike—just clamp it onto the electrodes to ignite, which is far more reliable than push-starting.
I'm used to keeping a mini emergency jump starter under the seat, which isn't much bigger than a power bank. When the battery runs low, just open the battery cover, clamp the red clip onto the positive terminal, and the black clip onto any metal part of the frame. Be careful not to let the positive and negative clips touch each other. Press the start button, and it fires right up—this thing has enough current to crank the engine. Of course, always buy from reputable brands. Last year, I bought a cheap off-brand one that died after just three uses. Remember to check the power display every month and recharge it if it's not used for a long time. I've helped several fellow riders jump-start their bikes on the road, and they all say this little gadget is a lifesaver in critical moments.
