New here, got a 550E question

[SkyPuncher]

Hi everyone, first off, great forum. Tons of great info on all things GS. A little about myself. I have been riding motorcycles for over 15 years. I have maintained them myself as to my abilities. My favorite of course is nothing but Suzuki, but I currently own everything from the big jap 4 to Hodakas, bridgestones, Fuji....and 1 old Harley. Well last weekend, I went out to the "stash" and dug out a 1979 Suzuki GS550E. In really good condition, but of course it has been sitting. So I went through it, tires, oil, chain, sprockets, etc.. The thing runs great. I have put a few hundred miles on it, but today I get home from a ride and it had been spewing Battery acid out of the battery drain tube. SO I immediately wash everything off and take the battery out.... This battery is only a week old and brand new. What would be causing this?

Thank you all in advance,
Todd

[Rob S.]

Over charging?

Just a guess - probably wrong.

[tkent02]

Probably right, it's really common on old bikes that have sat.

[SkyPuncher]

Yes, overcharging is probably what is occurring. Any hints as to what should be the first thing I look at?

[tkent02]

This:

http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/showthread.php?p=1272192#post1272192

[SkyPuncher]

Thank you, I will go through it on the bike tomorrow! This forum rules!