2016 R1200RT with lithium battery charging question.

[GarciaRod]

Hi guys, I have one of those Can-bus battery charger and tender -Optimate4- and would like to know if it is no problem to charge the lithium battery on my bike.
Thank you in advance for your input.
Rudy

 

[pauls1150]

I don't know "fer sure", but the instructions say FOR 12V LEAD-ACID BATTERIES and also DO NOT USE FOR NiCd, NiMH, Li-Ion OR NON-RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES.
I'd call that a "No".

 

[GarciaRod]

Got it!
Thank you.

 

[omega man]

You do receive extra credit if you had figured out how to use the Optimate through the BMW accessory port.

I will add a bit to the title for clarity.

OM

 

[suzyamerica503]

Err take a gander at the Antigravity Restart line of batteries. Built-in BMS, so they should work with any standard rectifier/regulator that puts out a sufficient charging voltage. One's been in my Versys 650 for at least 5 years now.

 

[riderr1150gsadv]

I have an Antigravity lithium in my bike and bought the Lithium CTEK charger as well. In my experience with marine batteries, I found that the proper chargers make the batteries last longer... YMMV