Guest woodcycl Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 Read in another thread that the Yuasa YTZ14S (meant more for the ST1100 and ST1300) is actually a better battery for the 6th Gen VFR. Is this the consensus? The dimensions are identical according to Yuasa's website. Here are the spec variations: YTZ12S Voltage: 12 Capacity (Amp. Hrs.): 11 Dimensions: 6" x 3 7/16" x 4 3/8" Weight: 8.1 lbs. Metric Dimensions: 150mm x 87mm x 110mm Metric Weight: 3.7 kg Polarity: Acid Volume: N/A Charging Current (Amps.): 1.1 C.C.A.: 210 YTZ14S Voltage: 12 Capacity (Amp. Hrs.): 11.2 Dimensions: 6" x 3 7/16" x 4 3/8" Weight: 8.6 lbs. Metric Dimensions: 150mm x 87mm x 110mm Metric Weight: 3.9 kg Polarity: Acid Volume: N/A Charging Current (Amps.): 1.1 C.C.A.: 230 Thoughts? Recommendations on online retailers? My local shop wanted $131 plus tax !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer ggathagan Posted March 27, 2007 Member Contributer Share Posted March 27, 2007 Spec-wise, it doesn't matter so much with the 6th gens. 5th gen and earlier used the YTX12-BS, which was only about 180 CCA and was an inch higher, to boot. The 6th gen YTZ-12S batteries are much closer to the YTZ-14S (210 vs. 230 CCA) and are the same size. The bigger issue might be availability. I got my YTZ-14S at tucmoto.com last June for $104 plus shipping. The shipping cost sucked (shipping to Hawaii), but that's not their fault. They still list it at the same price, but don't list the YTZ-12S. motorcyclebatteriesusa.com lists the YTZ-12S for $104.75 and the YTZ-14S for $101.75 with free shipping in the lower 48. Given the extra 20 CCA for 3 dollars less, I'd go with the 14. Whoever you end up buying it from, do yourself a favor and avoid any brand other than Yuasa or Wiseco. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Birdman Posted March 27, 2007 Member Contributer Share Posted March 27, 2007 Spec-wise, it doesn't matter so much with the 6th gens.5th gen and earlier used the YTX12-BS, which was only about 180 CCA and was an inch higher, to boot. The 6th gen YTZ-12S batteries are much closer to the YTZ-14S (210 vs. 230 CCA) and are the same size. The bigger issue might be availability. I got my YTZ-14S at tucmoto.com last June for $104 plus shipping. The shipping cost sucked (shipping to Hawaii), but that's not their fault. They still list it at the same price, but don't list the YTZ-12S. motorcyclebatteriesusa.com lists the YTZ-12S for $104.75 and the YTZ-14S for $101.75 with free shipping in the lower 48. Given the extra 20 CCA for 3 dollars less, I'd go with the 14. Whoever you end up buying it from, do yourself a favor and avoid any brand other than Yuasa or Wiseco. What's the difference with the YTX-12-BS made by Yuasa? Motorcycle Pro Shop lists it as the one for the 6th Gen, selling it for $55 plus shipping. See link http://www.motorcycleproshop.com/detail.as...uct_id=YTX12-BS Did I get an inferior variation? :unsure: ~Fred Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veefer800Canuck Posted March 27, 2007 Share Posted March 27, 2007 What's the difference with the YTX-12-BS made by Yuasa? Motorcycle Pro Shop lists it as the one for the 6th Gen, selling it for $55 plus shipping.See link http://www.motorcycleproshop.com/detail.as...uct_id=YTX12-BS Did I get an inferior variation? :unsure: ~Fred YTX-12BS is a sealed lead-acid battery. It's maintenance free, but the YTZ series is the AGM type. Get the YTZ-14S every time. More Zolts, less filling! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 27, 2007 Share Posted March 27, 2007 Thanks for the info. Just ordered the Yuasa ytz14S for $101.99 with free shipping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Snafu Posted April 3, 2007 Member Contributer Share Posted April 3, 2007 motorcyclebatteriesusa.com lists the YTZ-12S for $104.75 and the YTZ-14S for $101.75 with free shipping in the lower 48.Given the extra 20 CCA for 3 dollars less, I'd go with the 14. I just took another 2% OFF using this coupon code MBUSA545 $ 99.71 woo hoo!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Snafu Posted April 3, 2007 Member Contributer Share Posted April 3, 2007 Well after placing the order....they gave me another code for 5% OFF. MBUSA007 Hope someone will benefit from this. Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Flightar Posted April 4, 2007 Member Contributer Share Posted April 4, 2007 Here's the battery I got for my 2004 ABS VFR. Power Source Power Sport 12 Volt Battery (WPZ12S) 250 CCA, $82.95 It's the most CCA you can get...that I have found anyway. Get it at: E-Batteries.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hulked Up Posted April 9, 2007 Share Posted April 9, 2007 Well after placing the order....they gave me another code for 5% OFF. MBUSA007 Hope someone will benefit from this. Cheers! Thanks, I just did. Appreciate that, came at a great time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Smola67 Posted April 10, 2007 Member Contributer Share Posted April 10, 2007 So what is the best batt for the 5th gen? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer scotinexcile Posted April 10, 2007 Member Contributer Share Posted April 10, 2007 Anyone tried this battery from Batteries Plus? Not to spendy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veefer800Canuck Posted April 10, 2007 Share Posted April 10, 2007 So what is the best batt for the 5th gen? Exact same one that's in this thread. YTZ-14S AGM type. Only it's 3/4" shorter than a YTX-12BS, so you need to fabricate a 3/4" plywood spacer to sit underneath the battery. I used the bottom of the old battery as a template, tracing a line around the base with a pencil, making sure the line was slightly smaller than the case. Jigsaw out, sand the edges, and Bob's your Uncle! Instant spacer! LxW is identical, as is the polarity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veefer800Canuck Posted April 10, 2007 Share Posted April 10, 2007 Anyone tried this battery from Batteries Plus?Not to spendy Looks like it would work too. No experience with the brand though. I went genuine Yuasa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Smola67 Posted April 10, 2007 Member Contributer Share Posted April 10, 2007 So what is the best batt for the 5th gen? Exact same one that's in this thread. YTZ-14S AGM type. Only it's 3/4" shorter than a YTX-12BS, so you need to fabricate a 3/4" plywood spacer to sit underneath the battery. I used the bottom of the old battery as a template, tracing a line around the base with a pencil, making sure the line was slightly smaller than the case. Jigsaw out, sand the edges, and Bob's your Uncle! Instant spacer! LxW is identical, as is the polarity. Thanks so much for the great info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer VFRJOEY Posted October 31, 2007 Member Contributer Share Posted October 31, 2007 Thanks for all this info, guys. After 25,000 miles and 4 years my battery finally bit it this a.m. It's been teasing with weak starts for about a month. Dealership wants $148 :huh: for a replacement and I was dreading having to shell that out. Glad to see there are options. Any feedback on these online no-name options? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer johnmark101 Posted October 31, 2007 Member Contributer Share Posted October 31, 2007 Thanks for the info. Just ordered the Yuasa ytz14S for $101.99 with free shipping. Brian.....long time since I last saw you here. Now fire that thing up and join us for a ride!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 31, 2007 Share Posted October 31, 2007 Anyone tried this battery from Batteries Plus?Not to spendy I have one in my 03 VFR and am very happy with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jonchilds Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 New YTZ12S batteries are $310 (AUD) where I live - and that's not from Honda. Definately get the YTZ14S if you can find it, higher CCA for the same application means that the electrode packing tends to last longer, which means longer battery life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 7, 2008 Share Posted January 7, 2008 Well... looks like my battery bit the bullet. I haven't ridden for a few weeks and my bike has been sitting through some cold weather. Last night I turned on the key, everything was fine. Dash came on, fuel pump came on, headlights came on. But when I hit the starter NOTHING happened. It didn't even try to start. I put it on a 2 amp charge overnight. Everything seemed fine...but this morning the on the charger the red 'fault' light was lit. So, I restarted the charger at 6 amps, and a few minutes later it indicated a full charge. Uh, ok. Put the battery back in just for kicks and it did the same as last night when I tried to start it. Looks like I'll be shelling out bucks for a new battery. Haven't decided whether to go with Yuasa or a cheaper one. The YTZ12S is $113 at my local speed shop. I can get a cheaper one, but not sure if I want to do that. The YTZ14S sounds like a better battery, so maybe I'll just get that one. Guess I can't complain too much, as I'm replacing the original, 4 year old battery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer NVR2L8 Posted January 7, 2008 Member Contributer Share Posted January 7, 2008 About 6 months ago I bought a YTZ14-S from http://motorcyclebatteriesusa.com, and it's the same size as the original Yuasa battery. Just checked and the MBUSA007 coupon is no longer valid...all I found was MBUSA545 which gets you 2% off. Interestingly the YTZ14S is 2 bucks less than the YTZ12S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer VFR Capt.Bob Posted December 14, 2010 Member Contributer Share Posted December 14, 2010 Just ordered the YUASA YTZ14S at BikeBandit.com for $71 plus $9 shipping. The YTZ12S lasted a good long time. At least 3 years. Thought I'd try this one since I'm using more acc. power these days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toddulu Posted December 14, 2010 Share Posted December 14, 2010 a little pricey, but i think one of these is going to be my next battery: http://www.vfrdiscussion.com/forum/index.php/topic/62735-high-tech-battery-mechanical-geek-electrical-dumbass/page__p__734740__fromsearch__1#entry734740 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer ggathagan Posted December 14, 2010 Member Contributer Share Posted December 14, 2010 Just ordered the YUASA YTZ14S at BikeBandit.com for $71 plus $9 shipping. The YTZ12S lasted a good long time. At least 3 years. Thought I'd try this one since I'm using more acc. power these days. I had meant to post this a while back, but I found out something that makes the YTZ14S less of a good deal than the YTZ12S. My last 2 batteries have been YTZ14S, and they've not lasted as long as I would have expected. In fact, the last one died after being on the bike for less than a year. I asked an acquaintance of mine who owns a battery shop how it is that the 14S, although smaller, makes more CCA's. The answer is thinner lead plates. The downside of this is that the thinner plates will be more prone to sulfation and shorter life. That has cured me of the use of a YTZ14S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spud786 Posted December 14, 2010 Share Posted December 14, 2010 Just ordered the YUASA YTZ14S at BikeBandit.com for $71 plus $9 shipping. The YTZ12S lasted a good long time. At least 3 years. Thought I'd try this one since I'm using more acc. power these days. I had meant to post this a while back, but I found out something that makes the YTZ14S less of a good deal than the YTZ12S. My last 2 batteries have been YTZ14S, and they've not lasted as long as I would have expected. In fact, the last one died after being on the bike for less than a year. I asked an acquaintance of mine who owns a battery shop how it is that the 14S, although smaller, makes more CCA's. The answer is thinner lead plates. The downside of this is that the thinner plates will be more prone to sulfation and shorter life. That has cured me of the use of a YTZ14S. The ytz 14s ? Dude what are you talking about, did you buy some fake ytz14 s , these batteries are the best I have 40,0000 miles on mine , its been flawless , far better than original battery. I dont know what happened in your case, but what your saying is simply not true, this battery is built for st 1300's . And you think its going to fail early in a vfr. That simply makes no sense Bull crap IM running it, its an Outstanding Battery , mine is over 2 years old and 40,000 mile , still flawless and not only more CCA , but more reserve Power, meaning it can sustain longer BTW the ytz 14 is not smaller than the 12 ytz, they are identical in size, which leads me to think, your dealing with some kind of fake stuff. The competive type batteries tend to be mis sized in comparison Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veefer800Canuck Posted December 14, 2010 Share Posted December 14, 2010 my genuine Yuasa YTZ-14s has been in the bike so long, I've forgotten when it was installed. and still working fine as of this season. It's resting comfortably on the tender as we speak...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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