RE: [ST] dead batt/engine light

["Rupert Galea" <rupert@xxxxxxxxxx>]

> Today I went out to go for a ride and my battery was dead.  I had a
new
> battery installed a month ago and have not had any problems in 1500
> miles.  I charged the battery and started the bike and now the engine
> light is on and stays on.  Anyone have a clue where to start?  I am
> absolutely helpless with electrical problems of about any nature.  The
> bike is an 00 RS and has 49500miles and have never had an issue until
> this point.  Any advice or knowledge on this problem is greatly
> appreciated.
> 
> Thanks in advance,
> 
> Tim Elliott

Tim,
Is there any chance that you left your parking lights on? I did this
twice when I first got my bike. 

As far as the engine light coming on do not worry this is normal. After
three warm up and cool down cycles it will go out by itself (as long as
there are no longer any problems.)
Rupert



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