Betty Won't Start!

by Veronica
(Chicago, IL)

Hey girls,

Sad, sad news....I am a new rider from Chicago. I purchased 'Betty' in August but since I live in cold Chicago, I did not have much time to ride before cold weather set in. So i have been starting her in the garage about every two weeks. No prob until...today! She did not start! I put on the choke and nothing. At first the horn bonked loudly and the lights came on, then it starting clicking, then no lights, no horn or anything.

I know its the battery but how do i fix the problem myself? Do I buy a new battery, push start it, or get a jump? I am single and no one I know rides a bike; plus id rather 'fix' the problem (solo) hands on. She is a 2000 Honda Rebel and I do not have the owners manual. I don't mind buying a new battery, but how in the heck do I install such a tiny unit? Please, please, I am so sad that 'betty' is ill...HELP US!!!

Love and tears,

Veronica