Batteries...recommendations?
Tourer
Joined: Sep 2011
Posts: 250
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From: Long Island
I just bought a harley battery today at the dealer.
In the past I have bought sealed batts from Jireh.
I think one is as good as another being I replace them every 3 years.
I figure the bikes are like boats in that, they should get it before they need it. Minimize breakdowns by preventive maintenance.
I really hate breaking down for something I could have prevented.
In the past I have bought sealed batts from Jireh.
I think one is as good as another being I replace them every 3 years.
I figure the bikes are like boats in that, they should get it before they need it. Minimize breakdowns by preventive maintenance.
I really hate breaking down for something I could have prevented.
Road Master
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 884
Likes: 26
From: Mesa, AZ
Normally, 3-4 years here in AZ. Had Harley batteries but then, when I went to replace it, $178.00 from the dealer. Pulled the original receipt and said, well, 3 years ago you charged me $120.00. I understand inflation but really?
Went to BatteriesPlus - $140. I am still amazed how much money motorcycle batteries cost.
Went to BatteriesPlus - $140. I am still amazed how much money motorcycle batteries cost.
Extreme HDF Member
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 13,402
Likes: 941
From: Illinois
I get the AGM batteries at Walmart. Don't know how long they last yet as I replace the OEM one when they go bad. So none of the replacement ones has gone bad.
They are $77. The first one is at a year and a half. Exide makes them for Walmart.
They are $77. The first one is at a year and a half. Exide makes them for Walmart.
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 7,498
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From: East Alton, IL
Well, now we have four manufacturers that make the OEM batteries - I think I'll just buy the HD branded one.
Mine is the original four year old battery and is doing fine but I don't think I'll press my luck much longer.
Mine is the original four year old battery and is doing fine but I don't think I'll press my luck much longer.
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Road Captain
Joined: Jan 2010
Posts: 527
Likes: 2
From: Volusia County, FL
Anyone heard of Ballistic? I've always used HD batteries, but just heard about these (almost double the price though).
http://www.ballisticparts.com/produc...ies/16cell.php
http://www.ballisticparts.com/produc...ies/16cell.php
