Battery

[Angelo]

So I keep getting punished for teasing everyone about the wonderful weather we are having here. My battery capped out on my bike, fortunately in my garage and not somewhere away from home, but still ruined a nice day for a ride even if it was to work.

 

Before I go and buy a battery to replace mine I've learned to bounce things off you guys so here it goes again. Any batteries out there that is a benefit over the stock ones in these bikes? Can't imagine there are too many options out there but I figure I should check just in case.

[BlueSky]

AGM battery for sure.

[Angelo]

Also, what CCA battery comes in these? Can't see any info on the top of it and haven't pulled it yet.

[Yammer Dan]

The AGM usually are around 300 CCA Sky Doc has a good deal on one. Check him out.

[BlueSky]

The 89 manual only says a 20 amp/hour.

[Angelo]

The AGM usually are around 300 CCA Sky Doc has a good deal on one. Check him out.

 

Found his ad, how do you order from the classifieds? Do you just send him an email/message?

[saddlebum]

Deka AGM battery hands down. part number for a 99 RSV is ETX20L (310 CCA) replaces the stock Yuasa battery YTX20L-BS (270 CCA)

http://www.eastpennmanufacturing.com/wp-content/uploads/Deka-Sports-Power-AGM-Flyer-0278.pdf Mine is going on its third year and still running strong

Edited December 15, 2014 by saddlebum

[Skid]

I use an Interstate battery in every vehicle I own and never have been disappointed. I get 5 years in the bike but I do ride at least once a month through the winter months weather permitting.

[djh3]

I have bought a couple from here. ​YTX20L-BS Battery

[saddlebum]

I have bought a couple from here. ​YTX20L-BS Battery

Good prices but I would recommend upgrading to the ETX20L (310 CCA) Deka Battery shown. Its an extra 40 CCA over the YTX20L_BS plus its a sealed maintenance free battery. Well worth the extra $22.00. Either way the prices shown are good prices.

[Flyinfool]

Batteries need to be snowed on once in a while to work properly. Yup the Carma train is coming to get you..........

 

I am still on my first AGM battery, it is only 2 years old. My Yuasa lasted 6 years, and I do not put on a charger or maintainer or even take it out of the bike for the winter. It will see temps lower than -20F during the winter. It has always started in the spring.

[GeorgeS]

DEKA, brand, AGM type ---- I just got two new ones from " Battery Mart " Have two of them, in 2 bikes, that are 8 and 9 years old,

they are still good, but getting weak. So, time to replace

[N3FOL]

I remained faithful with the OEM Yuasa battery brand. It was fun filling the new batt with fluid. I kept my original battery after a little over 4 years and went ahead and replaced it as a preventative maintenance.

[Max]

Replaced stock battery 2 years ago with Deka ETX18L CCA 340. Got rid of the 'hot engine' start issue. One less maintenance item checkmark on the list.

[Angelo]

Batteries need to be snowed on once in a while to work properly. Yup the Carma train is coming to get you..........

 

I am still on my first AGM battery, it is only 2 years old. My Yuasa lasted 6 years, and I do not put on a charger or maintainer or even take it out of the bike for the winter. It will see temps lower than -20F during the winter. It has always started in the spring.

 

I guess I could drive north to Flagstaff as soon as the battery arrives and visit the snow covered areas. Is seeing snow the same as letting it hit you for battery life?

[2WHEELSFORME]

Amazon has both the Yuasa 20L(270 amp) and the 20HL(310 amp) I use the 310 amp one. It is $89.73 with free shipping and tax in some states and not in others. The Deka had some poor reviews that may be the fault of Battery Mart. Prices are about equal.

[KIC]

What did you start in Arizona ?????? I went out yesterday with the intent to ride to a meeting in Nogales and then to one up in Casa Grande and back to Tucson. Besides the fun, I would also clean up on mileage reimbursement. So I went out to the bike and ...... nothing... the battery was totally dead....zero.. wouldn't even except a charge. Pulled the backup off the shelf, checked it and it was at 11 volts. Threw the charger on it and left in the car. Got home last night and the back up said 13.6 but this morning it was back to 11.5.

 

Guess I better get reading this thread and figuring out which battery to order.....

[Angelo]

What did you start in Arizona ?????? I went out yesterday with the intent to ride to a meeting in Nogales and then to one up in Casa Grande and back to Tucson. Besides the fun, I would also clean up on mileage reimbursement. So I went out to the bike and ...... nothing... the battery was totally dead....zero.. wouldn't even except a charge. Pulled the backup off the shelf, checked it and it was at 11 volts. Threw the charger on it and left in the car. Got home last night and the back up said 13.6 but this morning it was back to 11.5.

 

Guess I better get reading this thread and figuring out which battery to order.....

 

Not my fault, those damn northerners keep praying for issues to keep us from riding when they can't and God keeps answering.

 

I bought the battery that skydoc_17 sells and it came quick and ready to go. I know there are some a few dollars cheaper but I believe in supporting our board members first. Now I have to figure out what the cause of mine not charging is which is what probably killed mine in the first place.

[Yammer Dan]

Not my fault, those damn northerners keep praying for issues to keep us from riding when they can't and God keeps answering.

 

I bought the battery that skydoc_17 sells and it came quick and ready to go. I know there are some a few dollars cheaper but I believe in supporting our board members first. Now I have to figure out what the cause of mine not charging is which is what probably killed mine in the first place.

 

If you have a good AGM charger top this one off before using. They say it extends the life of them.