1. Park the vehicles close together.
Ensure the vehicles are close enough to connect their batteries with jumper cables. Pull the motorcycle close to the car, making sure they're not touching. Engage the parking brake on both vehicles and turn off their engines.
2. Identify the battery terminals
Locate the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on both the car and motorcycle batteries. The positive terminal is usually marked with a "+" sign or is red, while the negative terminal is marked with a "-" sign or is black.
3. Connect the jumper cables:
a. Connect one end of the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive terminal of the car battery.
b. Connect the other end of the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive terminal of the motorcycle battery.
c. Connect one end of the negative (-) jumper cable to the negative terminal of the car battery.
d. Connect the other end of the negative (-) jumper cable to an unpainted metal surface on the motorcycle's frame (not near the battery).
4. Start the car.
Start the car and let it run for a few minutes to charge the motorcycle battery.
5. Try starting the motorcycle.
Once the car has been running for a couple of minutes, try starting the motorcycle.
6. Disconnect the jumper cables in reverse order.
Once the motorcycle starts, disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse order you connected them:
a. Disconnect the negative (-) cable from the motorcycle frame.
b. Disconnect the negative (-) cable from the car battery.
c. Disconnect the positive (+) cable from the motorcycle battery.
d. Disconnect the positive (+) cable from the car battery.
7. Let the motorcycle run.
Allow the motorcycle to run for a few minutes without the jumper cables connected. This helps charge the motorcycle's battery further and ensure it can hold its own charge.
Remember to take precautions while jump-starting a motorcycle with a car. Avoid connecting the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals directly, handle the cables carefully to prevent sparks or short circuits, and disconnect the cables in the proper order to avoid damage. If you encounter any difficulties or feel uncertain, it's advisable to consult a professional or someone experienced in jump-starting vehicles.
