Condor Posted January 3, 2008 #1 Posted January 3, 2008 The last time I posted this thread it was pretty short notice and although we did get 5 members to commit it just wasn't enough. But hey, we tried. I just got off the phone with Odyssey, trying to get 2008 pricing from them, and I have some good news. Odyssey agreed to hold the 2007 prices until the end of the month for us. So the prices posted below are still good until 1/31/08. We still need to get 10 members.... or more, but the timing isn't as critical this time around. Here's a cut and paste of the important info..... http://www.odysseybatteries.com/battery/pc680_sm.jpg For 1stGens the Odyssey is PC680. Your price each to your doorstep will be $99.00. Be aware that this is the non-metal jacket battery. I discussed the application at length with Odyssey , and they reiterated what they had said in the past about not needing the heavier MJ version for our 1stGens. If anyone would like one of the PC680MJ's I'm sure we could get one, but the the difference will be an extra $11.00 bucks. Also take note that the batteries will be fresh from the supplier, and haven't been sitting on a dealers shelf for an extended period of time. http://www.odysseybatteries.com/battery/pc545_sm.jpg For 2ndGens the Odyssey is PC545. Your price each to your doorstep will be $94.00. Payments are to be sent via Paypal to paypal@cast-aways.com Bateries will be drop shipped directly from Odyssey, except for those batteries going into Canada. They'll be bluk shipped to us and then shipped from here. There will be a shipping surcharge for those batts shipped to Canada. I'll probably do the same thing as the MAC's which seemed to keep the cost down, and be agreeable with everyone. The prices work out to be Dealer cost plus $15 bucks to cover shipping and paypal charges. Canadian shipment will need to be adjusted once I get one here to do a shipping estimate. If you have any questions, or see something that's missing from the above please PM me. Jack
Vance Posted January 3, 2008 #2 Posted January 3, 2008 Gearhead had a post on another thread where he stated some information he had received after talking to a Odyssey rep. He stated "We do recommend the MJ version for the Venture because we have found it be hotter with less circulation". I am not sure if they were referring to the first gen or second gen, but there does seem to be a conflict of information.
stardbog Posted January 3, 2008 #3 Posted January 3, 2008 Sorry Jack, I'm purchase AGM battery from local wholsale shop, Thanks anyway.
Condor Posted January 3, 2008 Author #4 Posted January 3, 2008 Gearhead had a post on another thread where he stated some information he had received after talking to a Odyssey rep. He stated "We do recommend the MJ version for the Venture because we have found it be hotter with less circulation". I am not sure if they were referring to the first gen or second gen, but there does seem to be a conflict of information. I saw that and posted a comment about it in the thread. Depends on who you talk to at Odyssey. They recommend the MJ for Harleys because of the air cooled motor, lots of vibration, and the battery sitting next to the oil reserve. Really hot. We're dealing with water cooled motors and a battery on the 1stGens that sits above and in front of the carburation. There's lots of ir moving through that area. Temps not anywhere near those of the Harley. But if you re-read my first post, if you want the MJ it's $11 bucks more than the standard. They both are built the same, except for the jacket, and with the same performance and warantee. Your call. I'm not sure where the 2ndGen is mounted, but I bet it's in a much cooler area than that of the Harley.
Al Bates Posted January 3, 2008 #5 Posted January 3, 2008 Purchase one about 3 years ago and up to now it's been OK. Got this off the battery. Odyssey Battery PC545 (2nd Gen) CCA 185A MCA 240A PHCA 545A Dry-cell Nonspillable Weight 12.6 lbs Reserve Capacity 18 minutes
Squidley Posted January 4, 2008 #6 Posted January 4, 2008 Be Nice...period Jack, Thanks for jumping into it again
cecdoo Posted January 4, 2008 #7 Posted January 4, 2008 Anybody have the Odessy battery in a 1st gen, with the Squidly fuse block upgrade? If that odessy is any taller I dont believe there is enuff room to get cover over the fuse block? I am interested in the new battery, but hate to re-do that fuse block? Craig
Condor Posted January 4, 2008 Author #8 Posted January 4, 2008 Anybody have the Odessy battery in a 1st gen, with the Squidly fuse block upgrade? If that odessy is any taller I dont believe there is enuff room to get cover over the fuse block? I am interested in the new battery, but hate to re-do that fuse block? Craig That's a good point Graig. Anyone installed the combination?
kbran Posted January 4, 2008 #9 Posted January 4, 2008 I'm in, do you need the paypal now, or are you trying to see if you have enough? Need one for a 2nd gen.
Squidley Posted January 4, 2008 #10 Posted January 4, 2008 That's a good point Graig. Anyone installed the combination? I know the bike we did for Charlie had an Oddessy that I installed in it. I also had the new fuse block in it also, but I'm not sure which battery # we installed. Let me get back home and I'll see if I have any info on that
Condor Posted January 4, 2008 Author #11 Posted January 4, 2008 I'm in, do you need the paypal now, or are you trying to see if you have enough? Need one for a 2nd gen. Nah, Kenny, hang in there until about the 20th and I'll send out PM's.
RedRider Posted January 4, 2008 #12 Posted January 4, 2008 Nah, Kenny, hang in there until about the 20th and I'll send out PM's. Well, sorry Jack. I already sent you the money. Thanks for putting this together again. RR
Condor Posted January 4, 2008 Author #13 Posted January 4, 2008 Well, sorry Jack. I already sent you the money. Thanks for putting this together again. RR LOL Duly noted Jeff.....
gunboat Posted January 4, 2008 #14 Posted January 4, 2008 hi condor please count me in for a odyssey pc545 battery. i still have not received my battery from MOTORCYCLE BATTERIES USA. i ordered it on 12/11/07. they processed my payment on the 13th of dec. have e-mailed them several times and no responce. their phone # on my bank statment is out of service. looks like i'll have to dispute the charges with my bank. so much for customer service. thanks in advance don
dynodon Posted January 4, 2008 #15 Posted January 4, 2008 Does this battery work with the computer system? The one I have in now is bypassed so the alert light isn't on all the time, be nice to have the system hooked back up so it works. Don
Tom Posted January 4, 2008 #16 Posted January 4, 2008 Jack,Money has been sent and I for one appreciate you going to the trouble. Thanks a million. After meeting you in FT Collins and seeing how generously you gave your time and experience working on the 1st gen my friend had,( He had lost his clutch going over Trailridge RD) AND showing me how to bleed the clutch on my 2ND Gen I owe you! Thanks again for what I consider a great Member. Tom
Z Factor Posted January 4, 2008 #17 Posted January 4, 2008 Does this battery work with the computer system? The one I have in now is bypassed so the alert light isn't on all the time, be nice to have the system hooked back up so it works. Don According to everything I have been able to gather, you need to do this mod for the Odyssey. http://venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=489
Condor Posted January 4, 2008 Author #18 Posted January 4, 2008 hi condor please count me in for a odyssey pc545 battery. i still have not received my battery from MOTORCYCLE BATTERIES USA. i ordered it on 12/11/07. they processed my payment on the 13th of dec. have e-mailed them several times and no responce. their phone # on my bank statment is out of service. looks like i'll have to dispute the charges with my bank. so much for customer service. thanks in advance don If you used your Visa to pay for the battery you can dispute the charges. I had to do that once. Took a while to get the charge reversed, but it finally happened. Got you on the list Don. Since some of the guys have already started, you can send the payment now or later. Whichever's most convenient.
BuddyRich Posted January 4, 2008 #19 Posted January 4, 2008 I don't think you will be able to go back to using the warning on it. Half the time its the sender that went bad and its getting harder to find those. If I remember right its only checking the water level in one cell. I went ahead and put an odyssey in mine over a year ago.Just so i don't have battery acid all over the bike some day.
Stoutman Posted January 4, 2008 #20 Posted January 4, 2008 Count me in for a PC 545. I'll check in on the 20th to see if you made the goal and to make payment. This is the best price I've seen on the PC 545.
Condor Posted January 4, 2008 Author #21 Posted January 4, 2008 Count me in for a PC 545. I'll check in on the 20th to see if you made the goal and to make payment. This is the best price I've seen on the PC 545. Your on the list. I don't think we'll have any trouble getting the minimum. lots of activity...
Condor Posted January 5, 2008 Author #23 Posted January 5, 2008 Put me down for a 545 please. Gotcha down Vance. Thanks
Eck Posted January 6, 2008 #25 Posted January 6, 2008 Condor, In your experience, how long does a "stock" battery normally last on a 2nd gen? I bought my bike (new-off showroom floor) in June 2005 I have not had ANY trouble with the battery YET.. I am interested in one of your 2nd gen odyssey batteries, but not sure I really need it yet. Dont want to throw money away, but with my luck, as soon as I say no, I dont need one now, my battery will die on me..
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