I have had my battery in for three years and she is still going strong. Has anybody had on last several years?
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My first one lasted 7 years, that's why a got an "HD" to replace it ($186)!!
Take this suggestion and save yourself some grief. Every three years switch your battery out. Like the gentleman said, some last 2 yrs and some last 7. Nothing is worse than to be on a trip or a ride and have the battery die. And when they die most do not give you a warning. It's not worth the headache to have to worry about it. I usually buy a Harley battery for my Ultra and a Westco, for my "other" bike. (I understand I'm not permitted to mention it on this site)
Best way to keep a battery tended is to use it.bozo
That said, I can't believe a battery tender let one die.:gah:
Had the same problem last year with my battery tender..I would recommend un plugging them and replugging them back in..I dont trust them anymore..Killed my battery last year but was about to get it recharged and still using the battery alomost 3 years now..
I'm considering the SHORAI Lithium battery. It's a bit expensive, but it just might be worth it regarding it's supposed longevity and cranking amps. We'll see,,,.
See specs below;
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Duration Recommendation: LFX27L3-BS12
The LFX Duration recommendation is for those who want the strongest possible cranking performance and lifespan, and don’t mind a slight increase in weight and cost compared to the standard recommendation. Users with extra electrical accessories - like stereo systems used regularly when the vehicle isn’t running - may also choose the duration suggestion. This LFX battery is 6.51 Lbs. lighter than the lead-acid YTX20L-BS.
Rich, please let us know if you get one of them gold plated batteries. I have a Stratoliner (yamaha), that is due for a battery-and I am also thinking about one. They cost about 2-3 times more than a lead acid, but the cranking amps and smaller size, and duration, are appealing for sure.
I'm considering the SHORAI Lithium battery. It's a bit expensive, but it just might be worth it regarding it's supposed longevity and cranking amps. We'll see,,,.
See specs below;
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Duration Recommendation: LFX27L3-BS12
The LFX Duration recommendation is for those who want the strongest possible cranking performance and lifespan, and don’t mind a slight increase in weight and cost compared to the standard recommendation. Users with extra electrical accessories - like stereo systems used regularly when the vehicle isn’t running - may also choose the duration suggestion. This LFX battery is 6.51 Lbs. lighter than the lead-acid YTX20L-BS.
Rich, please let us know if you get one of them gold plated batteries. I have a Stratoliner (yamaha), that is due for a battery-and I am also thinking about one. They cost about 2-3 times more than a lead acid, but the cranking amps and smaller size, and duration, are appealing for sure.
I'll let you know if I'm going to order one. I'm going to make some phone calls tomorrow for more information and decide then. Some fellas on the GL1800 forum mentioned that these batteries have problems starting the bikes below 40 degrees. I find that a bit hard to believe. I fully trust the service manager where I've gotten my trikes serviced for the past few years. I'll see what he recommends and his views on the Lithium batteries.
Think real hard about the lithium-iom batteries. I have a Sears drill ect set that uses them and they are real sensitive to heat and they like to catch fire. I think Sears no longer sells them. Also lithium-iom are the batteries that have the Boeing Dreamliner grounded!!