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Old Nov 15, 2011 | 09:09 PM
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So, it is now time to get a new battery. I was looking at the gel batteries and wondered if anyone was running them on a Sportster? Will there be an advantage in putting one of these on? Anyone with info, I would appreciate your input. Thanx all.
 
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Old Nov 15, 2011 | 09:17 PM
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I'm all about finding better alternatives than HD products. In this case, after a lot of input from more knowledgeable folks than me... Stick with the HD battery.
 
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Old Nov 15, 2011 | 09:20 PM
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The AGM or Gel batteries will last longer and generally hold their charge better. That comes at something like twice the price of a sealed battery. For the most part, the maintenance-free batteries like the one that comes with most modern bikes is perfectly fine.

Typically, the AGM/Gel batteries are used when battery mounting locations are custom and there are extreme forces that would cause the electrolyte to move around. (i.e. Racing/off-roading)
 
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The battery that Harley sells for the Sporty (for the past 3 years) is a AGM.
 
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I Just bought a battery from batterymart.com for 75.00 delivered.. It is made by deca -which is who makes them for HD...---check them out..
 
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Doesn't agm make Harley batteries. If you can find the non-Harley branded one it will be cheaper but those gel batteries come at a premium
 
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Thanks to all who responded. Looks like I'm picking up the AGM. I appreciate the input.
 
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Originally Posted by cHarley
The battery that Harley sells for the Sporty (for the past 3 years) is a AGM.
Dam, can't even sneak one by cHarley at 2 in the morning ; )
 
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