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Look. Another battery thread... Like the 4th one or such that I've seen in the last week or two.
Originally Posted by gillie64
Harley battery or one from battery plus
Presume that is a question.
Prepare for perhaps a slew of differing opinions....
My 2 cents... From what I've read here and on other forums, HD batteries tend to have a good reputation. However, I believe you'll pay a premium for the HD logo on the side. Deka makes HD's batteries. You can get essentially the same Deka battery for less. Look online for a good price on a Deka AGM in the appropriate size. For recent model Sporty's, that would be a ETX14L.
You also might be able to find a Deka ETX14L under one of their off/generic brands for a good price.
I've seen the Deka ETX14L's going in the low $70 range online. Compare that to the HD battery at $115.
T2, you had some good info, but why start it with a negative comment. If you didn't like the battery post skip it. I'm sorry you read 3 posts about them in 2 weeks. I didn't know asking for an opinion was not allowed unless it was a question you felt worthy. For your information, I posted the same question twice, I could not see how to delete one, so I needed a battery and edited the post for ANOTHER battery question.
Here is some info I put together about a year while shopping for a new battery.
I bought the HD battery, I liked the solid terminals,
I didn't like the Deka terminals with the extra spacer.
2013 Sportster battery
HD part number 65958-04B
Fits '15-later XG, '04-later XL and '08-'12 XR models. Also fits BuellŽ 1125R/CR models.
http://www.impactbattery.com/etx14l.html
The ETX14L battery is made by East Penn / Deka in Lyons, PA. It is a true American designed, American loved, genuine made in USA power sport battery!
Cold Cranking Amps (CCA): 220
It is no secret that East Penn manufactures the OEM Harley Davidson battery under the part number 65958-04.
It is also no secret that East Penn also sells the ETX14L battery to major automotive box stores under various private labels
as well as to other prominent franchises, brands and online stores. Don't let the sticker fool you, take notice of the unique
Harley Davidson replacement battery case and terminal structure to confirm you are looking at the same product.
Below are some of the comparable East Penn ETX14L labels for your review:
Battery Mart (Big Crank) http://www.batterymart.com/p-big-cra...l-battery.html
BM Part #: ETX-14L
Made In: U.S.A.
Voltage: 12 Volt
Capacity: 12 Ah
Type: AGM
Cold Cranking Amps: 220 CCA
Shipping Weight: 14.00Lbs
Warranty: 1 Year
ThrottleX (X-rated) https://smile.amazon.com/HDX14L-Davi...YBB5RZBXHSFRX1
Made in the U.S.A.
Maintenance Free
Fully Charged
Ready to Install
Same Quality and Power as Origianl Equipment Battery -
220 CCA
12 AH.
AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) Non Spillable Sealed Technology
Heat Sealed Cover and Patented Solid Lead Female Threaded Terminals. New Stainless Steel Bolts Included!
30 Day Money Back Guarantee and 18 Month Free Replacement Warranty
• 18 month Shelf Life
• Up to 80% lighter than Lead Acid Equivalent
• 5X the Life of a Lead Acid Battery
• Quad Terminal Configuration for ease of installation
• 2000+ Cycles at 80% Depth of Discharge
• Can be mounted in any direction
• Lithium Batteries do not sulphate
************* Stock*****************
Harley Davidson (65958-04)
From the 2013 Sportster service manual-
12V
225CCA
12Ah
sealed and maintenance free
T2, you had some good info, but why start it with a negative comment. If you didn't like the battery post skip it. I'm sorry you read 3 posts about them in 2 weeks. I didn't know asking for an opinion was not allowed unless it was a question you felt worthy. For your information, I posted the same question twice, I could not see how to delete one, so I needed a battery and edited the post for ANOTHER battery question.
I wouldn't get all wadded up about the snark (after all - all are guilty of it at one time or another). Instead I'd be happy with the useful info and be on my merry way to getting a deal on a battery.
Saw a Deka ETX14L over at Amazon... $72. Free Shipping.
Consider AGM Lithium battery...I run a 16 cell 480 CCA battery that is a lot smaller than the stock battery which created more room in the battery compartment for other things. No more hesitation when starting the bike. You can go a very long time without charging unless you have parasitic drain.
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