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YB14A-A2 Century Motorcycle Battery

YB14A-A2 Century Motorcycle Battery

$119.00 AUD
$119.00 AUD
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Technical Specifications

Specification Details
Model YB14A-A2 Conventional Motorcycle Battery
Voltage 12V
Capacity 170 CCA | 14 Ah
Dimensions (LWH) 134 x 89 x 176 mm (Total Height: 176 mm)
Weight 4.44 kg
Terminal Type Type D Motorcycle Terminal

The YB14A-A2 Conventional Motorcycle and Powersport battery is engineered to satisfy original equipment (OE) requirements, delivering dependable starting power and high-calibre performance. Optimised specifically for classic motorcycles, vintage cruisers, and older powersport machines with smaller engines and limited electrical accessories, this low-maintenance battery offers maximum control over product lifecycle. It combines traditional reliability with robust construction to handle demanding local climate variations across Australia.

Perfect for riders who demand:

  • ✓ A precise original equipment replacement for vintage, classic, and standard engine bikes
  • ✓ Increased charge acceptance and strong cranking power for trouble-free ignitions
  • ✓ A durable, low-maintenance design that allows maximum control over electrolyte levels

Key Features & Benefits

Cast Grid Plates

  • • Heavy-duty cast grid geometry significantly increases internal plate strength and durability
  • • Boosts cold cranking amps (170 CCA) to offer responsive, rapid starting power
  • • Protects active materials from shedding under high thermal or high-rev engine vibrations

Lead Antimonial Alloy

  • • Specialised lead antimonial plate chemistry ensures substantially higher charge acceptance
  • • Enhances battery life recovery and stability during routine urban riding journeys
  • • Extends overall component lifecycle durability inside vintage electrical circuits

Polyethylene Separators

  • • Advanced polyethylene material delivers premium internal corrosive resistance
  • • Drastically improves envelope durability to shield internal plates from direct short circuits
  • • Optimises electrolyte retention across plates to keep electrical performance balanced

Low-Maintenance Design

  • • Transparent casing markers permit easy scannable checks of internal electrolyte level depths
  • • Removable venting caps allow precise top-up maintenance to extend the unit's working life
  • • Custom-engineered framework ensures steady vibration protection across rougher bitumen roads

Advantages & Considerations

Advantages

  • ✓ Dependable 14 Ah capacity provides robust power for classic motorcycle setups
  • ✓ Reassuring 18-month warranty coverage formalised for consumer powersports
  • ✓ Light 4.44 kg build preserves standard front-to-rear chassis weight alignment
  • ✓ Standard Type D terminal blocks accept secure terminal bolt wiring layouts

Considerations

  • • Conventional maintainable design requires periodic inspection and distilled water top-ups
  • • Shipped dry; requires activating with electrolyte acid solution prior to first installation
  • • Must be installed vertically in an upright position; not engineered for tilted or laying setups

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the lifespan of this motorcycle battery?

Under regular riding routines and with proper seasonal storage habits, this conventional powersport battery generally delivers a lifespan of 2 to 4 years. Total longevity depends heavily on keeping fluid levels maintained, alternator output condition, and winter battery management.

Is this battery maintenance-free?

No, this unit is a traditional Low Maintenance conventional layout. It features a maintainable profile where fluid levels must be checked periodically against the upper/lower casing indicators and topped up with distilled water to prevent cell plates from drying out.

What vehicles/applications is this battery compatible with?

The YB14A-A2 is optimised for older style motorcycles, classic touring bikes, vintage scooters, and light utility ATVs with basic electronic demands requiring a standard 12V 14Ah configuration.

How should I store this battery during the off-season?

Store the battery in a cool, dry place away from direct elements or freezing zones. Ensure it is charged up entirely before leaving it idle, and hook it up to a compatible smart tender charger like the CC6121.2 or CC1206-XLi periodically to eliminate self-discharge degradation.

What is covered under the warranty?

This powersport battery includes an exceptional 18-month consumer warranty. This protects against internal operating failures originating from factory material anomalies or structural build errors, subject to the conditions listed on the attached warranty documentation.

Battery Compatibility Guide

Direct Replacement Models

YB14A-A2
CB14A-A2
12N14-3A
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