Battery Replacement

[acinpcola]

I have noticed that when I start my spyder it will recycle through the start-up screens, and that at times there will be a black screen. Thought I read somewhere that it was the battery telling you to get a new one. Contacted my service dealership and here is what they have for batteries:

Drag Specialities for $129.99 plus tax and a YUASA for $138.99 plus tax. Both batteries are maintainence free, charged and ready to go

Any recommendations??

AC:spyder2:

 

[JCSMOKE]

I was thinking about a lithium battery for my replacement, I will probably change it out after this season.

 

[NancysToy]

I was thinking about a lithium battery for my replacement, I will probably change it out after this season.

They have not had good reviews by several Spyder owners.

 

[MidLifeCrisis]

I put in the odyssey pc680 and it has been a huge step up from stock. There's never been a slow crank since I changed it. The pc680 fmj has extra heat shielding and would fit as well. Battery Mart has them for $116 and $134.

 

[Bob Denman]

Odyssey PC680?
This calls for some internet research...

 

[wyliec]

I put in the odyssey pc680 and it has been a huge step up from stock. There's never been a slow crank since I changed it. The pc680 fmj has extra heat shielding and would fit as well. Battery Mart has them for $116 and $134.

I also have had the pc680 for a few years along with the odyssey charger. Did you have a little problem attaching the positive cable (I think) to the battery b/c of the angle of the terminal end?

 

[MidLifeCrisis]

I also have had the pc680 for a few years along with the odyssey charger. Did you have a little problem attaching the positive cable (I think) to the battery b/c of the angle of the terminal end?

Yup, had to bend it back a bit, but other than that, it dropped right in.

 

[Big Arm]

My original battery in my '08 GS, lasted just one yr. Replaced with the Odyssey PC680, and still strong after four yrs. :yes:

 

[coz]

motobatt

motobatt- two year waranty, extra set of terminals. costs a little less
yuasa - one year warranty, no extra terminals.costs a little more.

 

[JCSMOKE]

They have not had good reviews by several Spyder owners.

I will definitely keep that in mind as my research continues, Thank you

 

[baldeagle55]

none

I have noticed that when I start my spyder it will recycle through the start-up screens, and that at times there will be a black screen. Thought I read somewhere that it was the battery telling you to get a new one. Contacted my service dealership and here is what they have for batteries:

Drag Specialities for $129.99 plus tax and a YUASA for $138.99 plus tax. Both batteries are maintainence free, charged and ready to go

Any recommendations??

AC:spyder2:

auto zone has them for $95:00

 

[Bob Denman]

There sure seems to be an awful lot of "suspect" specifications... :shocked:
What should we specifically be looking for when shopping? :dontknow:

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

BATTERY THINGY

RIGHT NOW......e-bay $ 124.19 ....delivered # 161024746379..............MotoBatt....I have one , it fits, throw away the tray they give you, you don't need it, Mike....:thumbup:

 

[Littlebadwolf]

This is what I put on the Spyder...Hard to beat... http://www.ebay.com/itm/Motobatt-MB...US_Rechargeable_Batteries&hash=item5af0fbef36 Free shipping

 

[SpyderWolf]

Just to throw another option into the mix, I am using Interstate Batteries FAYTX24HL on our Spyders and have been very happy with them as well. Price should run around $130 or so. As with anything, your mileage may vary.

 

[bluestratos]

I have a brand new Shorai with their special charger just sitting on my work bench. It has very odd starting procedures which is not disclosed when purchasing. If the bike is cold (say 45 deg garage) it barely turns the engine over over and sometimes not at all. You then keep the key on for 60 seconds to run power through it so the battery gets warmer. On the second or third restart it starts right away. Once the bike is warm it starts fine every time. The only real advantage is the weight saving. I checked other batteries but the stock battery is about as good as it gets unless you can relocate the battery and install a larger one. A waste of $400 but I will take it along in my trailer for running the cargo lights, lol... being LED that should last about 10 years without recharge, lol.

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

THIS ITEM

This is what I put on the Spyder...Hard to beat... http://www.ebay.com/itm/Motobatt-MB...US_Rechargeable_Batteries&hash=item5af0fbef36 Free shipping

I saw this one also but I post it because they only had TWO left ........but $ 119.00 is better Price.......:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:......Mike................PS for those who might be interested.....LITHIUM -ION BATTERIES are not recommended for OUR application from what I have read........just sayin.....:thumbup:

 

[acinpcola]

Thanks for all the information. I greatly appreciate it.

AC:spyder2:

 

[exwinger]

another option

Just purchased a yuasa from Battery Giant.......$80 , dealer wanted $139. They also have the Lithium but not selling them yet until more info available. Lithium weighs about 4lbs, costs $350. Swears it can go a full year without cgarging and still turn over. Advised me to stick with Yuasa for the present .