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MB3U Motobatt Motorcycle Battery

MB3U Motobatt Motorcycle Battery

$58.95 AUD
$58.95 AUD
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Technical Specifications

Specification Details
Model Motobatt MB3U
Voltage 12V
Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) 50 CCA
Dimensions (LWH) 96 x 56 x 110 mm
Weight 1.34 kg
Terminal Configuration Quad Flex (4-Terminal Capability) / 2F Layout

The Motobatt MB3U Powersports Battery delivers a premium starting solution engineered specifically to maximise performance in lightweight commuter motorbikes, vintage scooters, and small-displacement agricultural equipment. Featuring Motobatt's innovative internal layout architecture, this compact 12V unit achieves an exceptional balance between cranking authority and expanded plate surface area. By utilising the commonly wasted internal space in traditional standard outer casings, Motobatt packs more active material into a rugged Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) configuration. Factory-activated, completely spill-proof, and highly vibration-resistant, it arrives fully sealed and ready for adventure, with no manual acid handling or maintenance required.

Perfect for riders who demand:

  • ✓ Superior vibration defence via military-grade porous fibreglass mat separators for rugged tracks
  • ✓ A direct, spill-proof upgrade over outdated, high-maintenance conventional flooded cells
  • ✓ A simple, factory-activated "check charge and go" design with a very low passive self-discharge profile

Key Features & Benefits

Maximised Plate Architecture

  • • Clever internal layout reclaims standard wasted space to optimise internal plate surface areas
  • • Heavy-duty lead-calcium grids add excellent mechanical rigidity and structural power transfer
  • • Enhanced plate surface area provides more reliable, stable starting cycles than baseline standard options

Advanced Multi-Terminal System

  • • Multi-terminal versatility provides flexible cable alignment paths and broader model cross-compatibility
  • • Greatly simplifies adding simple auxiliary accessories without overcrowding the battery box loom
  • • Supplied directly with high-strength machine mounting terminal screws (MPS1)

Absorbed Glass Mat Sealing

  • • Active liquid acid is completely suspended within porous fibreglass mat separators to prevent plate shedding
  • • Spill-proof casing eliminates terminal corrosion tracking and toxic acid weeping issues
  • • Zero-maintenance setup removes the need for checking fluid levels or completing manual water top-ups

Low Passive Discharge

  • • Refined chemical configuration strongly curtails passive self-discharge rates during seasonal storage
  • • Retains a healthy state-of-charge over extended standby periods between weekend rides
  • • Ultra-lightweight 1.34 kg package delivers reliable power recovery under varied Australian ambient climates

Advantages & Considerations

Advantages

  • ✓ Fully factory activated—safely handles and mounts right away with zero loose chemical handling required
  • ✓ Dual-purpose cross-compatibility replaces complex conventional wet-cell options like the YB3LA and YB3LB
  • ✓ Premium vibration-dampening design preserves structural cell integrity over uneven trails and terrain
  • ✓ Sealed construction protects vintage painted frames and custom battery trays from harsh acid outgassing

Considerations

  • • Requires an AGM-compatible smart tender or small charger during long periods of winter storage
  • • Slim 56mm width profile is highly specific; verify your battery box spacing constraints prior to purchasing
  • • Always check terminal screw torque settings during routine seasonal maintenance to guarantee clean pathways

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the lifespan of this battery?

In classic powersports and small motorcycle applications, this premium AGM cell typically delivers a highly reliable service lifespan of 3 to 5 years. Actual durability is heavily influenced by the regular health of the vehicle's electrical system and by maintaining proper off-season voltage minimums.

Is this battery maintenance-free?

Yes, this battery is entirely maintenance-free. Advanced Absorbed Glass Mat technologies permanently retain internal fluid, sealing cells completely so you never have to complete physical manual hydration checks or fluid top-ups.

What vehicles/applications is this battery compatible with?

This starting cell is explicitly engineered for smaller commuter motorbikes, heritage scooters, lightweight off-road farm bikes, and mowers that require a reliable 12V footprint with a solid balance of vibration resilience.

How should I store this battery during extended vehicle idleness?

Store the unit in a clean, dry, and cool location, sheltered from direct seasonal elements and harsh winter frosts. Ensure it receives a full 100% state-of-charge top-up prior to storage. Highly stable internal grids preserve static capacity efficiently over idle stretches.

Battery Compatibility Guide

Direct Replacement & Cross-Reference Models

YB3LA
YB3LB
12V 50CCA AGM Tough
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