84 VF500F overcharging? Anyone been here?

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    With a fully charged battery, over 13 volts, after starting with volt meter across the battery, I am getting as much as 15.5 volts- I of course do not know the amperage, but that seems extreme- battery in the bike when I got it was badly corroded at the top, so I wonder if this was a previous condition- I have not run it long enough to know if this is roasting the battery or not- any ideas or experience here? Thx
     
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    Thx for confirming my suspicions- and the interesting link- appreciate the help and your quick response
     
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