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Re: Talk to me about batteries...
« Reply #11 on: June 19, 2014, 06:09:25 PM »
Quote from: Aussiexs11 on June 19, 2014, 03:41:57 PM
So excuse my ignorance here, but which Shorai battery did you replace the standard with to give cold starting power?

I havent as of yet replaced anything, just researching at this stage...
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Re: Talk to me about batteries...
« Reply #10 on: June 19, 2014, 03:41:57 PM »
So excuse my ignorance here, but which Shorai battery did you replace the standard with to give cold starting power?
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Re: Talk to me about batteries...
« Reply #9 on: June 19, 2014, 02:21:13 PM »
Hey guys. Just been looking and thought it may be useful to make a note of the std battery specs i found...

YTX24HL
21Ah
6.53 kg
205X87X162mm
350CCA

Interesting that the battery listed by Shorai is 27Ah and 405CCA...
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Re: Talk to me about batteries...
« Reply #8 on: June 19, 2014, 12:09:30 PM »
Quote from: The General on June 19, 2014, 08:54:23 AM
They reckon it`s good for two years without a top up & I believe them.

So (not being familiar with li-on motorcycle batteries) do these still charge through running like a normal battery? Or do you have to buy the separate charger and charge them when they're low???

**EDIT** Actually disregard that, made a phone call and got most of the info I need! Turns out the guys that run the website of the link I posted above are also in Coffs Harbour. Makes things a little easier!

Thanks for your help guys!
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Re: Talk to me about batteries...
« Reply #7 on: June 19, 2014, 09:23:05 AM »
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Re: Talk to me about batteries...
« Reply #6 on: June 19, 2014, 08:54:23 AM »
I got a Shorai that is used as a spare on dirt bike trips. (They give you packing so it can fit many models incl my FJ.) Weighs less than a cup of coffee and doesn`t seem to ever need charging?. They reckon it`s good for two years without a top up & I believe them. If you ever seen the jolting of the rear of my DR650 when in the bush, you`d wonder how it survives in my top bag. (have used it to start my car once.)

I reckon everyone should own at least one. imho
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Re: Talk to me about batteries...
« Reply #5 on: June 18, 2014, 10:41:31 PM »
Would I be correct in thinking this would be a starting point?

http://shoraipower.com.au/store/products/lfx18a1-bs12/

18Ah PbEq 12V eq, ?A? polarity, Case Type 1 (148mm x 66mm x 105mm)
Weight (grams):   1048
Cranking CCA (A):   270
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Re: Talk to me about batteries...
« Reply #4 on: June 18, 2014, 10:11:57 PM »
Great! Thanks pgnz!
« Last Edit: June 18, 2014, 10:14:40 PM by 4130coffs »
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Re: Talk to me about batteries...
« Reply #3 on: June 18, 2014, 01:28:22 PM »
Haha my 160cm 70kg body probably wont be able to kick it!! Not overly keen on that. I guess more so after the smallest possible battery that will run the starter...
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Re: Talk to me about batteries...
« Reply #2 on: June 18, 2014, 06:59:54 AM »
you might have to go kick start if you go for real small battery, the parts can be sourced to make your motor kickable
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Talk to me about batteries...
« Reply #1 on: June 17, 2014, 09:02:48 PM »
Hey guys,

I'll need to get a battery for my XS1100 project - and as i don't have a lot of experience with these bikes i thought i would ask.

Can you advise me on the smallest possible battery that will start these and be somewhat reliable? I'm building a cafe bike and i'd love to be able to tuck it up under the seat cowling...

Thanks guys!
Appreciate it :)
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