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New here, got a 550E question

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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
 
Yes, overcharging is probably what is occurring. Any hints as to what should be the first thing I look at?
 
Thank you, I will go through it on the bike tomorrow! This forum rules!
 
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