Member Contributer Rider14 Posted March 13, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted March 13, 2015 So the battery in my VFR is dead. ORiginal in a 2010 model, with only 2100 miles when I bought it so I'm not surprised. Any suggestions? Anything wrong with a Western Power Sports YTZ14S? - Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TNRabbit Posted March 13, 2015 Share Posted March 13, 2015 There must be at least 100 threads that have beat this topic to DEATH. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Rider14 Posted March 13, 2015 Author Member Contributer Share Posted March 13, 2015 I couldn't find any, will try again. My search-fu must be weak today. - Dan I just searched again to no avail - can you point out a thread on replacement batteries other than the single thread talking about the Shorai lithium ion battery? Searched: battery best battery replacement yuasa YTZ14S nothing. -Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamzombie Posted March 13, 2015 Share Posted March 13, 2015 I have a ballistic 8 cell Lithium Polymer in my R1, it's awesome. (a lot of guys on the R1 forums say they needed a 12 cell tho) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Conedodger Posted March 13, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted March 13, 2015 http://www.vfrdiscussion.com/forum/index.php/topic/74879-battery-options-feedback-advice/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spud786 Posted March 14, 2015 Share Posted March 14, 2015 So the battery in my VFR is dead. ORiginal in a 2010 model, with only 2100 miles when I bought it so I'm not surprised. Any suggestions? Anything wrong with a Western Power Sports YTZ14S? - Dan With some aftermarket , you have to verify the sizing . Yuasa being the Bar, I know the scorpion is the same size, don't know about the western. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lshark Posted March 14, 2015 Share Posted March 14, 2015 my oem Yuasa is still strong (9/30/2011) i've always had good luck with Yuasa...why mess with success ?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DangerousDave Posted March 14, 2015 Share Posted March 14, 2015 There's no question that Yuasa makes great batteries. For me personally, when my oem battery took a dump, the weight loss afforded by the Shorai was too great to ignore. It was equal to the weight gained when I added Givi side cases and brackets! I wouldn't have bought one just for the weight loss, but since I needed a battery anyway, it was a no-brainer for me. Losing eight lbs off the bike for an extra 50 bucks spent was worth every penny. I also live and ride in a cold climate area. The cold starting issues are non-issues, as the work around is so simple. Turn on the key and wait half a minute...problem solved. I've had my Shorai about a year and a half now without issue. I didn't invest in the cell balancer. I do occasionally plug in a typical Battery Tender, as I have an always-live USB charger installed that draws enough current to kill a battery if the bike sits a couple weeks. I believe that's what did in the original battery. So far the Shorai has given me no cause for concern. If it ever does, I'll share that info too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Rider14 Posted March 16, 2015 Author Member Contributer Share Posted March 16, 2015 http://www.vfrdiscussion.com/forum/index.php/topic/74879-battery-options-feedback-advice/ THat's not for the VFR1200, totally different bike. I went with what was cheap and available - an AGM for $90. Not a YUASA, but I was able to get it about 1 mile from my house and get on the road that AM (it ended up a function of impatience). Seems to be working fine, but it's an Extreme AGM, which I have heard happen to die right after the warranty expires... We shall see. LIkely get a lithium ion one next time. THanks for the responses, -Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Conedodger Posted March 16, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted March 16, 2015 http://www.vfrdiscussion.com/forum/index.php/topic/74879-battery-options-feedback-advice/ THat's not for the VFR1200, totally different bike. Understood, but I thought it might help decide on a brand or type. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Cogswell Posted March 16, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted March 16, 2015 With regard to conventional batteries, Yuasa's have been the best brand I've ever purchased. I pre-emptively replaced my OEM Yuasa at 7 y.o. (it's on a tender year 'round) and it was still turning the engine over fine. For all I know it could have made it to 10. I bought it from a local independent repair shop that obtains the batteries dry from the wholesaler and then adds the acid and charges the battery the day before delivery. That way I knew it was fresh when installed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Volfy Posted March 17, 2015 Share Posted March 17, 2015 The OEM YTZ14S batt is not cheap. Genuine Yuasa is $160 at most places. Shorai is actually cheaper. I already had the same size Shorai for a previous bike, so it was an easy choice. If I had to buy again, I don't see payin more for a heavier batt. If I live way up north and ride in extreme low temp, then lead acid may be... As is, I have no desire to do either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crakerjac Posted March 17, 2015 Share Posted March 17, 2015 Living in the frozen tundra, I've never had a problem with Yusa batteries... Would you want to go with a lead acid if you actually run your bike in the cold? Once temperatures drop below freezing, the bike batteries go down into the basement and say nice and warm. I purchased a WestCo battery for my FJR, but I didn't hang onto that bike long enough to know if that was better/worse than a Yusa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Rider14 Posted March 17, 2015 Author Member Contributer Share Posted March 17, 2015 Western Power Sports was the initial intended purchase - 2 year warranty, $95. But it was out of stock at the auto parts store, so I went with the Extreme AGM...hey, I'm on the road and happy. I thjnk the earranty is only 1 year on this, but I can live with it. -Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JED13 Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 Shorai - there are two sizes for the VFR 1200 - I went with the bigger one. $179 and change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Volfy Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 Yap, go with the largest one that fits. Actually, even if it is slightly too large, it might be okay. Shorai is so light, it doesn't need to be bolted or strapped down tight like a heavy lead acid. I improvised a smaller strap on my S3 and had no problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JED13 Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 The larger one fits very well - with some padding from Shorai. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lshark Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 could you really feel the weight difference ????? seriously ....??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer gll429 Posted May 23, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted May 23, 2015 could you really feel the weight difference ????? seriously ....??? massive difference!! a baby can throw one!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lshark Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 i mean from the saddle....do you really think that paring 8 lbs from a 600lb motorcycle makes any appreciable difference Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spud786 Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 The OEM YTZ14S batt is not cheap. Genuine Yuasa is $160 at most places. Shorai is actually cheaper. I already had the same size Shorai for a previous bike, so it was an easy choice. If I had to buy again, I don't see payin more for a heavier batt. If I live way up north and ride in extreme low temp, then lead acid may be... As is, I have no desire to do either. You have a computer , so pull up battery stuff.com. 14,s (yuasa)can be had around $120, the scorpion 14, has been as good as the yuasa, the nuts are cheaper, but for $40 less money, that can be dealt with . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer hvfrdave Posted May 23, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted May 23, 2015 could you really feel the weight difference ????? seriously ....??? Well that depends on what other weight saving items you have fitted to your VFR1200, I am looking at saving 20 kls, of the original weight, so yes I would feel the difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Switchblade Posted May 23, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted May 23, 2015 http://www.vfrdiscussion.com/forum/index.php/topic/74879-battery-options-feedback-advice/ THat's not for the VFR1200, totally different bike. Understood, but I thought it might help decide on a brand or type. And all fit the 1200 and the 800 . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Volfy Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 For most of us mere mortals... most likely not. OTOH, consider what lengths mfrs go to to shave a few lbs off a bike. Here, compared to the expensive OEM Yuasa YTZ14BS, the larger Shorai is only at most $50 more. My 1st Shorai is going on 3yrs old and still test strong with a load tester. Will see just how long it lasts. Service life is looking to be another plus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lshark Posted May 25, 2015 Share Posted May 25, 2015 still on my oem Yuasa in service 9/2011...still strong Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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