1SlowBusaKid
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Hey guys, I'm looking to make some room in my under seat area and I was wondering if you have any recommendations for a smaller-than-stock battery.
What are you all using?
What are you all using?
Lightweight/small battery recommendations?
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i actually went the other way and got a slightly larger battery with more power so i'm not going to be much help with what you are looking for 
however, if i was you, i would get in touch with Pashnit and see what he has to offer...you can find him under the "sponsors" tab at the top of the page...good luck 
however, if i was you, i would get in touch with Pashnit and see what he has to offer...you can find him under the "sponsors" tab at the top of the page...good luck 
Look at Shorai batteries. Much smaller and lighter
Go lithium, smaller, much lighter, and stronger. I want to say they last a few years longer too.
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I went with a Ballistic 12 cell under the seat and an 8 cell under the gas tank (24v setup). My 1464 is new and when it was up to temp, the standard batteries just wouldn't turn it over. Went to the Ballistic batteries and they start it, no problem.
The Ballistic is light as a feather and cranks it over like a 600 with no spark plugs in it. You won't be disappointed.
I have a connection here in town that can get you the Ballistic 12 cell for cost (around $130). Shoot me a PM if interested.
Here is a quick pic I just took to show how much smaller the Ballistic is. I keep that foam in there to make up the rest of the space that the stock battery took up.
I took this video the day my secondary Ballistic came in the mail. I had gone for a ride that day with a buddy and after the bike was hot it wouldn't crank over. My buddy had to help me push start it twice. When I got home the Ballistic was sitting on the porch. I tried to start the bike with the standard battery while it was still hot and it wouldn't crank. I plugged in the Ballistic real quick and voila.....
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The Ballistic is light as a feather and cranks it over like a 600 with no spark plugs in it. You won't be disappointed.
I have a connection here in town that can get you the Ballistic 12 cell for cost (around $130). Shoot me a PM if interested.
Here is a quick pic I just took to show how much smaller the Ballistic is. I keep that foam in there to make up the rest of the space that the stock battery took up.
I took this video the day my secondary Ballistic came in the mail. I had gone for a ride that day with a buddy and after the bike was hot it wouldn't crank over. My buddy had to help me push start it twice. When I got home the Ballistic was sitting on the porch. I tried to start the bike with the standard battery while it was still hot and it wouldn't crank. I plugged in the Ballistic real quick and voila.....
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If you live in a cold weather climate i was reading how you have to disconnect some of these lithium and lightweight batteries and keep them in a warm place because they go bad if kept below 60 degrees for an extended period of time
thanks for the info, think i'll stay with my current set-up since i do a lot of riding below 60 degrees
If you live in a cold weather climate i was reading how you have to disconnect some of these lithium and lightweight batteries and keep them in a warm place because they go bad if kept below 60 degrees for an extended period of time
Do you have a reference or link ?
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. I hear that lithium crank poorly when it gets cold, is that right?
A.Lithium do increase in resistance more as temperature drops, compared to lead-acid. However, they also react to cranking under cold conditions in a much better way. Lead-acid will increase resistance on each subsequent cranking attempt, until it won’t turn over. If your LFX fails to start the engine on first crank, that first crank has warmed the battery, and the second attempt will be much stronger, and so on until you get a good start.
Shorai LFX are much better in cold-weather conditions than other-brand lithium starter batteries, due to our eXtreme-rate formulation with low resistance. Down to about 20 degrees fahrenheit (-7C) most users find that they can start normally on first crank. If your headlight comes on at key-ON, it is good for the batteries to flow some current before cranking in cold weather. The suggested headlight-on time before cranking depends on the temperature. If starting at 40f (5C), 30 seconds will help wake the battery and increase cranking performance. If at 0f (-17C), leave the lights on for 4~5 minutes before cranking. The result will be a better first crank, and longer battery life. Any other accessories that can be turned on before cranking can also be used for this purpose, such as heated gear, radio, etc...
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I noticed you're running the LFX18A1-BS12 as opposed to the LFX14A1-BS12; any particular reason why? Is anyone running the LFX14A1-BS12 without issues?
Lfx18 is an hd model with more cca and power to run accessories while bike is off. Also made for big bore bikes that need Addtl starting power.
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Yeah I noticed that. I also checked the dimensions and it appears that they are the exact same size, with the LFX18A being just a tad heavier than the LFX14A (in price too).
Thanks guys.
Thanks guys.
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Cant find the actual site i was reading about the problems with the lithium batteries in cold weather but here is another site that talks about it
Light weight motorcycle battery batteries, Pulse, Supersport, Superbike, lightweight sportbike battery, smaller sportbike battery, P1, 4 cell, P2, 8 cell, P3, 12 cell, P4, 16 cell
Alright, didn't read all that mess, but the Shorai site states 20F being an issue and also makes note that several lithium battery makeups are out there. So whatever you have been reading may be in reference to another make. This is the first time I've read anything negative about them. We have members that have been running them for a number of issues without reporting any issues. I was just curious as to exactly what the issue you are trying to report is. Mainly because I'm thinking about going this way when my SLA from the factory goes away. The Shorai site even states that if you have an issue because of low temps turning the key on with the headlamp burning will wake it up.
I don't really feel like reading that whole page to find the issue with that battery, but i guess I will
I don't really feel like reading that whole page to find the issue with that battery, but i guess I will
Well, that link is to a lithium battery specifically designed for race bikes. Did not see a model available for the Busa but yes, this battery has issues below 50 degrees and does do well sitting at bike night with your LEDs on either. How about checking out Ballistic and Shorai and tell me what you find that would make you say no to buying one.
but yes, this battery has issues below 50 degrees and does do well sitting at bike night with your LEDs on either. How about checking out Ballistic and Shorai and tell me what you find that would make you say no to buying one.Similar threads
