Anyone tried an AGM battery alternative? Any info?

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10-28-2022, 06:52 AM
frj322

Anyone tried an AGM battery alternative? Any info?

Good morning everyone!
After 4 years the factory battery in my 2018 F3S has faded into the sunset.
Yes, I’ve load tested it and it’s finished. After many years as a Chevrolet dealership tech I’m not 100% convinced I want to go back with an AGM. Had many die in Corvettes sooner than they should and always with no warning.
A thread search has revealed many here are fans in OEM and normally I would be too but I wonder if anyone has tried an alternative, where did you get it, and what was your experience?
As always, thanks for any information you are able to offer.
10-28-2022, 07:26 AM
EdMat

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At the suggestion of another member here I went with this option a few months back and am very pleased that I did. Just grabbed the attached screenshot and I see it has had a price increase.
10-28-2022, 09:29 AM
Navydad

https://antigravitybatteries.com

I have the "restart" model in all my bikes. I'll never go back.
10-28-2022, 10:19 AM
Spyderman2018

Nothing in BRP except ATV & UTV's ??
10-28-2022, 10:25 AM
trikermutha

My factory battery lasted 9 years. Used a maintainer in the winter months.
10-28-2022, 10:33 AM
BajaRon

Quote:

Originally Posted by EdMat

At the suggestion of another member here I went with this option a few months back and am very pleased that I did. Just grabbed the attached screenshot and I see it has had a price increase.

This is the one I am using. I am very happy with it. They are so light you would think the case to be empty.

They are expensive, but what I like about Lithium is the extremely low discharge rate. For some reason, AGM batteries, in at least some Spyders, seem to discharge at a high rate. Requiring a tender to keep them up. I don't seem to need a tender on this battery. Otherwise, I've also had very good luck with the Yuasa battery.
10-29-2022, 09:32 AM
Rednaxs60

Replaced the battery in my '85 Honda Gold Wing Limited Edition FI model with a LifePo4 lithium ion battery from Alberta Lithium. My 2014 Spyder RTL uses the same AGM battery as my Gold Wing. Cost was $30.00 more than another AGM. Total in was $210.00 to the door. Need a different charger. Alberta Lithium: https://www.googleadservices.com/pag...AE&nis=8&dct=1. These are very light and work well.
10-30-2022, 02:09 PM
frj322

Thanks for the replies everyone. Decided to go back with OEM.
10-30-2022, 09:05 PM
svspyder

Quote:

Originally Posted by Navydad

https://antigravitybatteries.com

I have the "restart" model in all my bikes. I'll never go back.

Is this the one you use "Antigravity AT12BS-RS"? What has been your experience with useful life, starting operation in heat or cold, or other pros and cons?