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Going to 3 amps.....let’s talk batteries

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I’m in the process of adding two more amps to my set-up (will have 3 total). What are you guys with multiple amps running that will help extend run times in the parking lot?? I’ve read a little not on sealed and lithium but thought I would reach out to the experts on here. Thoughts??
 
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I’m in the process of adding two more amps to my set-up (will have 3 total). What are you guys with multiple amps running that will help extend run times in the parking lot?? I’ve read a little not on sealed and lithium but thought I would reach out to the experts on here. Thoughts??
Braile 3121
 
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You know it's funny I am just getting to the point where I need a new battery for m 2010 Ultra Classic. I have two amps now and may add a spall third one down the road. I'm not worried about parking lot runtime at all (nobody around here but me to listen to it) but I was wondering if there was a better battery for longevity and/or cold cranking amps than the Harley branded AGM battery (I have heard good things about it).

Do the Braille batteries offer better CCA or just run time? I figured I'd ask around before buying.
 
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Following, Lets hear what others have to say.
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The Braille 3121 is awesome. It the amp hours that folks are worried about with respect to music. CCA is likely comparable to other similar batteries it's size. I'm not too smart on the CCA and requirements to turn the motor over, my knowledge is more on power draw, amp hours, etc for audio...but with a slower draw, your voltage remains higher and easier to start the bikes. That's my math!! I ran three amps off one battery for a while no issues. You guys aren't running three amps to push 12 inch subs that will require MUCH more juice then lets say a few 6.5's, horns, and a set of 6X9's.
 
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I am listening, running Diamond 600 watt amps now and no issue with charging, running 13.5 to 14.1 driving down the road. Also wondering what a third amp might do? Parking lot time not important here either, I am "Not that guy"
 
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Currently running 2 Diamond HXM 800.2s - 1 Diamond HXM 800.4 and 1 Diamond Micro 4v2 using a Stinger SPX925-HD Battery. Zero problems
 
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I called Braille and talked to a guy about the 3121. Seems like the obvious choice. He was also telling me about their lithium battery?? Weighs 7lbs?? Any thoughts on that?? He said you have to run a certain charger on it and the f__ng thing is $650!!!!!
 
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Originally Posted by Hoyt 1911A1
You know it's funny I am just getting to the point where I need a new battery for m 2010 Ultra Classic. I have two amps now and may add a spall third one down the road. I'm not worried about parking lot runtime at all (nobody around here but me to listen to it) but I was wondering if there was a better battery for longevity and/or cold cranking amps than the Harley branded AGM battery (I have heard good things about it).

Do the Braille batteries offer better CCA or just run time? I figured I'd ask around before buying.
lithium batteries are not rated CCA
 

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