muscrat
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« on: October 09, 2017, 06:22:40 PM » |
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Well battery pooched today, got 4 years out of this one so no complaints.
Just wondering what is the latest on top of the line batteries. Had read on here some time ago re the ION batteries for our bikes (97) expensive but crazy long guarantees. Would like to get some feedback on others preferences, have to replace ASAP.
Thanks for any feedback.
Appreciate all the feedback, need to replace before the weekend, leaning toward the Yuasa. Can't believe the years of service on some of these batteries.
Two quick questions re some of the replies: Was told to refrain from starting your bike during the winter because if it doesn't warm up enough it will cause condensation in the oil (water in the oil)
The other was constant use of a trickle charger shortens the life of your battery. T or F
Thanks again to all.
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Gideon
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« Reply #1 on: October 10, 2017, 05:17:40 AM » |
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I am very pleased with the Duracell Ultra- Duragm-14 (Seald &Maintenance Free) from Battery Plus. It has higher cranking amps than stock YUSA ( YTX14-BS) battery and lot less expensive. I also use a Battery Tender when the bike is not in use.  |
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« Reply #2 on: October 10, 2017, 05:21:59 AM » |
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You should be pretty safe with an AGM of any type instead of lead acid. I know some have gone with lithium but more expensive. I charge mine up before I put it away then hit it once or twice during the winter.
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h13man
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« Reply #3 on: October 10, 2017, 06:37:49 AM » |
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Never had Yuasa fail yet but @ 11 yrs. old I'd say it will get replaced after season is done or least have a backup ready to go.
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« Reply #4 on: October 10, 2017, 02:49:07 PM » |
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I agree the Yuasa agm is the I've ever used.8 trouble free years out of last one and never once on a trickle charge.I replaced because of time not because it was troubled.
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gordonv
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« Reply #5 on: October 10, 2017, 06:25:06 PM » |
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Trickle chargers, No. Battery maintainers, Yes.
I bought a LiFe (lithium iron) battery, I don't believe the ION battery exists yet, for my GW GL1500. It was a big waste of money. Download the brochure from the manufacture, they tell you the fine print.
The LiFe battery likes the cold, it hibernates. You are suppose to remove from the bike and store in a fridge over the winter. In the bike, turn on the ignition/headlight for 30 sec before cranking. But at over $300 + $80 for the charger, it just isn't worth it.
An AGM no maintenance battery, shouldn't cost too much. I looked, but couldn't find it, maybe it's on the US site? Walmart had powersport batteries, somewhere around $85.
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« Reply #6 on: October 10, 2017, 07:56:13 PM » |
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My OEM lasted 12 yrs and have put two interstate batteries on it since and never kept a tender on either of. The three.
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muscrat
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« Reply #7 on: October 11, 2017, 06:42:49 PM » |
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Well went with the Yuasa, be happy to get half the years out of it that many of the members are getting. Must have a bit to do with the crazy alternator the Valks have.
Also appreciate the tips on the trickle chargers. Always pick up some valuable advice on here. What a great forum. Thanks everyone !
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