A motorcycle is the machine that allows us to avoid congestion on the road, especially when moving in town. However, a motorcycle is made up of different elements and different parts that ensure its proper functioning. In this article we will focus on the motorcycle battery. This, which is remember, plays a fairly important role in starting your two-wheeled vehicle. In the hot season, the start will not be difficult compared to the winter season. Therefore, it is in your best interest to choose your battery model carefully before winter sets in.
Especially for motorcycles we can have four types of battery, the standard version, the anti-sulfate version, the maintenance-free version and finally the gel version. All of these batteries have advantages and disadvantages. We will see the details of this during this article. Of course, we have to ask ourselves the question about the right brand and the right model of battery that could suit us. That is to say which has a good value for money but above all which is durable.
In order to help you choose your motorcycle battery, we will take a brief look at the types of batteries available in the current market, the characteristics of these batteries and a selection of the few products that might interest you.
The different types of motorcycle batteries
The standard battery
All models of standard batteries whether for the word or for another type of vehicle is always the one that is most accessible. which means that the price of it is the cheapest on the market. we are talking about an entry-level model here. On the upper part there is a filler cap which is used to pour distilled water. It deserves to let you know that this type of battery offers a fairly limited lifespan and is more fragile than the other types.
The advantage with this one is that it is not expensive and that it can be found easily. However, it needs to be given much more care.
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Here are some battery products or components that may interest you.
Numax motorcycle battery, Standard 12V, 7Ah and 105A, Dimensions 137 x 75 x 134 mm. Calcium lead stack composition.
Bosch M6001 Motorcycle battery YT4L-BS - 12V 3A / h-40A AGM technology ensures fast and powerful starting. For sports or off-road motorcycles.
Numax - Standard motorcycle battery with 12V, 20Ah, 240A. Superior quality and durable materials. Resistant, with a weight of 6,9 Kg.
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The anti-sulfate battery
For this type of battery, we can say that the quality is much higher than the classic version. Unlike the classic model, this one does not produce sulfur or sulfuric acid. It should be remembered that these can quickly damage the battery. Which is an advantage for the battery life of your motorcycle. However, it is necessary to take into consideration the price of this type of battery which is more expensive compared to the classic version. We can say that this type of battery is resistant, it does not get damaged even if you do not ride.
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Here are a few anti-sulfate battery products or components that may interest you.
BS battery 300665 bb4l-B, 12V, 4 Ah with AGM system. Very high quality battery For Yamaha, Peugeot or arctic cat models.
YUASA Y60-N24L-A battery for scooter, ATV, Jetski, motorcycle models. Including YB acid. Durable and open without acid.
Motorcycle battery voltage 12 V and capacity 3 Ah to 6 Ah, model YT7B-BS Lithium-Ion Shido. Durable and sulfate free.
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The maintenance-free battery
This type of battery is one of the best that could exist. As its name suggests, this one does not have need regular maintenance like a classic battery that is the standard model. This will save you time. The advantage of this is the lifespan which can range from 3 to 5 years. However, there is a small drawback. It's about the fact that it needs this maintenance charge which is a bit ironic considering this one is supposed to be maintenance free.
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Here are some maintenance-free battery products that may interest you.
Factory activated BS BTX14HL SLA Max battery SPECIAL HARLEY DAVIDSON. 12 V battery with a capacity of 14,7 Ah. Maintenance-free battery model.
IONI 744295 ITZ10-S 12V, 8,6Ah Maintenance Free Motorcycle Battery with AGM System Compatible with MG10ZS / YTZ10S.
Maintenance free motorcycle battery. Maxtuned SLA4L-BS for Scooter of 12V and with a capacity of 5Ah similar to YTX5L-BS YB4L-B YTX4-BS.
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The gel battery
We will finish with this last gel battery which is one of the most ergonomic. Ideal for big bikes that want to be lighter and don't have much room for a regular battery because of its size. This is also designed for recumbent motorcycles with a fairly vintage or retro design. Regarding the price, it is quite variable since there are gel and maintenance-free models. However, the only drawback with this battery model is that you will have to recharge it regularly so as not to lose voltage.
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Here are some battery products or components that may interest you.
Landport - WP9BS / YTX9-BS gel motorcycle battery 12V / 8Ah. Battery composed of lead and calcium.
Landport - Motorcycle and scooter battery with Gel WP14BS / YTX14-BS / BTX14, waterproof and durable with a voltage of 12V and a capacity of 12Ah,
GP-PRO GB14L-A2 12V, 14Ah motorcycle gel battery compatible with YB14L-A2 / 51411. Durable and maintenance free.
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The characteristics of a good motorcycle battery
Voltage
You should know that this is always measured in Volt. The term that can be found in the market or written on the battery is voltage. The exact value for a motorcycle battery is 12 V. However, it may happen that your battery reaches a maximum of 15 Volts depending on the model, this is normal when it is charging. Once at rest after a few hours, the voltage will drop back to 12V. To know the voltage of your battery, you will need a voltmeter.
The capacity
Regarding the capacity, it is indicated on the part of your battery. It is measured in Ampere hour or Ah. For the motorcycle battery we can have for example 10 Ah or 14 Ah depending on the model. It is this value that will allow your battery to hold a charge once it is fully recharged. In this way you must take into account the voltage and amperage of your battery before using a fast battery charger in order to know the compatibility.
Charging time
You should know that the more a battery is of a large capacity, the more it will require a longer charging time. However, we can now easily find the battery booster that can quickly recharge it. However, to avoid damaging the battery you have to know the correct technique to recharge it with this type of charger. It is necessary to carry out a calculation on the number of hours necessary for the complete charge and not to exceed said calculation. Knowing that there is no dedicated overload protection for this type of charging medium.
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Here are some battery products or components that may interest you.
NOCO GENIUS5EU, Automatic Intelligent Battery Charger of 5A, for a battery voltage of 6V and 12V, Temperature Compensation etc.
ANCEL BA301 6V 12V A Voltage Battery Charge Tester for compatible motorcycle and car models.
Motorcycle Battery Cables, 12 V, length 150 cm, good quality material, with hardened steel clamps.
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Our selection of the 5 best motorcycle batteries
Bosch battery M6001 Motorcycle battery YT4L-BS - 12V AGM 3A / h-40A
This 12V motorcycle battery is compatible with sport or off-road motorcycle and scooter models. With fast starting power, durable and offers better longevity than other similar models. Protection against possible vibrations. The manufacturer also assures that this is a maintenance-free model.
Bosch M6010 battery for motorcycle YTX9-BS - 12V AGM 8A / h-135A
This battery model also has a voltage of 12 V, designed for motorcycle type motorcycles and for personal watercraft etc. Ideal for off-road or sports use. Equipped with a quick start AGM system. The advantage with this one is that it is resistant thanks to its body which is 100% waterproof. Finally, it offers a long lifespan.
Accurat Motorcycle battery YB14L-A2 14Ah 200A 12V Gel technology
This motorcycle battery features gel technology, which is vibration resistant and requires no maintenance. The voltage of this is 12 V and the capacity is 14 Ah. The battery is made of lead acid. Here is the list of bar codes compatible with this battery, CB14L-A2, GB14L-A2, GEL12-14L-A2, 51411. The particularity of this model is the presence of an LCD display screen. The weight of this model is 4,5 Kg.
NX - Motorcycle battery YTX12-BS / GTX12-BS 12V 10Ah
Now here is a motorcycle battery designed for motorcycles. The voltage of this is 12V like the previous models, however, the capacity is 10 Ah. The battery is of a lead acid composition and incorporates an AGM system for quick starting. For the dimensions we have Dimensions: 150mm (L) x 87mm (l) x 130mm (h). The battery is compatible with several models of Suzuki, Kymco, Piaggio etc.
Motorcycle battery YHD30HL-BS waterproof to Gel 12V / 30Ah special Harley
Gel battery, waterproof for motorcycle models similar to Harley Davidson. The voltage is always the same but the capacity is much higher compared to what we saw previously. This is 30 AH. Lead acid battery composition. THE weight of the article is 9,8 Kg. For compatibility we have: ETX30L; FHD30HL-BS; FHD30HLBS; YHD30HL-BS; YHD30HLBS; YIX30L; YIX30HL-BS; YIX30HLBS etc.
