Varta YB18L-A motorbike battery replacement, rated 18Ah 12V 200A

In short: Spec sheet headline for the Varta YB18L-A: 18Ah 12V 200A, made with motorcycles and quads in mind. Measure twice, order once: dimensions decide most swaps.

Varta YB18L-A for motorcycles and quads

Trail bikes and touring bikes both turn up among the users of the Varta YB18L-A. A snug fit stops the battery rattling on rough roads. Comparing sizes at baterias.online is easy because every box has its measurements listed.

18Ah sits in the comfortable middle for motorcycles and quads.

Check before ordering

• ✓ Check that the alternator or controller suits lead-acid.
• ✓ Outside dimensions are 181 × 92 × 164 mm. Run a tape measure over your tray or compartment, including the height under the bonnet or lid.
• ✓ Orientation matters: positive on the right-hand side on this model. Stand facing the long side with the terminals nearest you to compare.

Full specifications of the Varta YB18L-A

Questions buyers ask about the Varta YB18L-A

lead-acid: how it works

A classic lead-acid battery has lead plates sitting in liquid sulphuric acid. Flooded traction batteries last years with regular watering. Store flooded batteries charged and recharge every few months.

Related products and ranges

Got the old battery's label in front of you? Compare it once more, then order online at baterias.online. Measuring the space before ordering avoids a battery that will not sit flat.

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Using it day to day: practical tips

Couriers on scooters start and stop all day long. Check the fuse holder near the battery when the bike seems dead. Topping up a sealed battery is a mistake: the caps are fitted for good.