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YB14L-A2 battery versus 12N14-3A

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I need a new battery for my bike. My shop wants to sell me the 12N14-3A which is supposedly a perfect replacement for the YB14L-A2. The YB14L-A2 being the one that is listed for the GS1100G. Are these two indeed completely interchangeable, and if not, what is the difference between these two ?

Thanks,

DP
 
Isn't the "YB" a YUASA battery part number? And therefor shouldn't the generic battery number should be something like 12N14-LA-2?
 
Longimanus said:
I need a new battery for my bike. My shop wants to sell me the 12N14-3A which is supposedly a perfect replacement for the YB14L-A2. The YB14L-A2 being the one that is listed for the GS1100G. Are these two indeed completely interchangeable, and if not, what is the difference between these two ?

Thanks,

DP
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The -3A has the special low acid sensor provision. (and is an expensive battery)

I run the YB14, and have my acid probe wire grounded to the frame to keep the warning light out.
 
A 12N14-3A is a generic battery of the same exterior size as the OEM YB14L-A2. It will work as a replacement, but it is usually does not have the quality, life, and power of a higher grade battery. Unless you want to pay extra for a sensor (I wouldn't), if I were to buy a flooded (with filler caps) battery I would opt for a CB14L-A2 if you can find one. It should have more power and last longer than a 12N14-3A.

Lastly, I wouldn't buy a battery from a dealer, as you are sure to be overcharged. Shop around for availability and better prices. I would also consider buying a sealed AGM battery, which although it costs a bit more is the state of the art for reliabililty, no maintenance, and long life.
 
crc1214 said:
...Sealed, maintenance free, 53 bucks and it's shipped to your door....Chad
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$53 shipped to his door in Belgium? Are you sure? :)
 
Boondocks said:
$53 shipped to his door in Belgium? Are you sure? :)
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thanks, I'll check around to see what's available over here. I'm not sure they have the CB type for sale here . And indeed, UPS delivery would probably be somewhat expensive :-D
 
Boondocks said:
$53 shipped to his door in Belgium? Are you sure? :)
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LOL! I didn't notice that he was in Belgium! Nonetheless, I'm hoping the "Big Crank" is known the world over and he can get one - they're great!
 
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