Does daily short-distance riding affect my bike battery life?

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Does daily short-distance riding affect my bike battery life?

I use my CD 70 only for short trips around Faisalabad, like 5–10 minutes max. I noticed the battery keeps dying after a few weeks. Someone told me short

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Talha Kyanii asked on 26 Jul 2025 17:03:26 pm

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Gari Master - on 26 Jul 2025 17:05:02 pm

If your battery keeps dying even after charging, it’s likely due to one of the following reasons:

Battery is old o r defective – Most bike batteries in Pakistan last 1.5 to 2 years. If it’s older, it may no longer hold charge.

Faulty charging system – Your bike’s alternator or magneto may not be charging the battery properly while riding. This is common in bikes with worn wiring o r faulty regulators.

Parasitic drain – Some motorcycles, especially HS bikes with alarms o r digital meters, may keep drawing power even when off.

Get the battery tested at a mechanic. They can also check the charging voltage should be around 13.5–14.5V while the engine is running. If not, the problem may be with the bikes electrical system, not just the battery.

Gari Master - on 26 Jul 2025 17:07:03 pm

Yes, it does. In short-distance rides like 5–10 minutes, the battery doesnt get enough time to recharge fully. Every time you use the self-start o r headlight, it drains the battery a little. If you don’t ride long enough to let the alternator recharge it, the battery gets weaker over time.

This issue is common in 70cc bikes in cities like Faisalabad, Lahore, o r Karachi where traffic is heavy and rides are short. Try to occasionally go for a longer 15–20 minute ride to allow the battery to recharge, o r use a charger once a week if possible.