Agm battery
Thread Starter
|
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Jan 2015
Posts: 2,504
Likes: 150
From: ct
Agm battery
Before I pull the trigger on a new battery what are your thoughts on an AGM battery. I have never purchased that type of battery before and was curious pros and cons from those of you that are using them in your scooters.
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Jun 2012
Posts: 6,165
Likes: 2,578
From: CT/FL
I always buy AGM, why mess with liquid acid? Manufacturers are putting all their improvements in these batteries, liquid batteries are just made for old timers afraid of change. 
Get a good brand like Odyssey and you won't be sorry.
Get a good brand like Odyssey and you won't be sorry.
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Mar 2010
Posts: 21,168
Likes: 7,676
From: Poolville
I believe you have a 22 amp charging system.. I'm not sure if that's going to be enough to keep an AGM battery healthy for a long period of time.. I would personally stick with a led acid battery and keep an eye on the fluid levels. That's what your system was designed for.. Just try to find a battery that's somewhere up around 300 amp cca.. and maybe clean the armature and brushes on your starter..
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Apr 2014
Posts: 5,530
Likes: 2,557
From: Lititz Pa
I think you should ask yourself WHY. Are you having a problem with your stock battery? I f they were so much better why don't come with new bikes and cars at least as an option? Me Im sticking to what I have been using for the last 60+ years.
Thread Starter
|
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Jan 2015
Posts: 2,504
Likes: 150
From: ct
I believe you have a 22 amp charging system.. I'm not sure if that's going to be enough to keep an AGM battery healthy for a long period of time.. I would personally stick with a led acid battery and keep an eye on the fluid levels. That's what your system was designed for.. Just try to find a battery that's somewhere up around 300 amp cca.. and maybe clean the armature and brushes on your starter..
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 19,998
Likes: 8,066
From: poway
I'd go AGM. Got one in my 65 pan and another in a 78 CB750 honda. They work great.
Advantages,
Sealed battery.
Handles vibrations better.
More CCA.
Charging ain't any harder than flooded battery except that you want to make sure that the charging system don't put out more than 14.4 volts.
Advantages,
Sealed battery.
Handles vibrations better.
More CCA.
Charging ain't any harder than flooded battery except that you want to make sure that the charging system don't put out more than 14.4 volts.
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 24,587
Likes: 30,962
From: Pennsylvania
Back when I rebuilt the bike I increased charging system to a higher amp charging system I believe is 32 amps. Harley battery is sealed maintenance free,got5 years from the last one, this one not so strong, 330 cca new AGM looking at is 325cca...but yes everything will be checked and cleaned including the lollipop in the Solenoid.
Trending Topics
Thread Starter
|
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Jan 2015
Posts: 2,504
Likes: 150
From: ct
I'll have to investigate the oem battery specs.
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
Jason Momoa Is Turning Classic Harleys Into PHEVs
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Fat Boy Becomes a Dark, Decepticon-Inspired Custom
Verdad Gallardo
6 Weirdest Harley-Davidsons Ever Sold to the Public
Verdad Gallardo
7 Times Harley-Davidson Chucked Tradition Out the Window
Verdad Gallardo
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Jun 2012
Posts: 6,165
Likes: 2,578
From: CT/FL
AGM (Absorbent Glass Mat) and SLA (Sealed Lead Acid) batteries are not the same, but AGM is actually a type of SLA battery. While both are sealed, maintenance-free, and use lead-acid chemistry, AGM batteries utilize a fiberglass mat to absorb the electrolyte, whereas other SLA batteries may use gel or other variations.AGM batteries generally offer better performance, longer lifespan, and faster charging compared to traditional SLA designs.
https://batteryskills.com/are-agm-an...ries-the-same/
https://batteryskills.com/are-agm-an...ries-the-same/
