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Old Jul 11, 2009 | 04:58 PM
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I own a 2003 Fatboy, and I need a quality battery. Should I go with the original, or is there something better? Please let me know what you think?
 
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Old Jul 11, 2009 | 06:17 PM
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are you replacing the original battery? or have you already had to replace it before? and do you use a battery tender?
 
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Motobatt, or a gel battery.
 
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Yes it's the original battery, and I use the Harley Davidson battery tender. Thanks for the help!
 
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Old Jul 11, 2009 | 07:49 PM
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There's alot to be said for a Harley battery, all good, but the Oddessy battery is far better, costs more though.
 
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Old Jul 11, 2009 | 08:10 PM
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I was looking at the Odyssey battery, and thought it was good. Do know if it's a gel battery? Thank you.
 
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most good batteries last 5-7 yrs, when time comes I'll prob use HD less than $25 / Yr, not bad for the job they do..
 
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I just decided today that I'm gonna change the original battery on my train. That batteries been good to me and I don't wanna push it.

I haven't looked into what battery I'm gonna buy yet. I was thinking of just going with another HD.
 
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Thanks ALL for your suggestion! Ride Hard, and Live Free! Stay safe.
 
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