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Gel Battery?

Discussion in 'XJ Modifications' started by Roverking, Sep 19, 2012.

  1. Roverking

    Roverking New Member

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    Building up my 81 Seca 750 and would like to locate the battery under the seat, however I would have to lay it on it's side. Not likely with a normal battery. I've read one post that said do not use gel batteries. Anyone used one? Any other suggestions?
     
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    I would go AGM if you can... can't remember why your not supposed to use gel.

    When I got my bike it had a 5 year old AGM in it. Started in the dead of winter with zero effort.
     
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    Can you run an AGM battery on its side?
     
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    Yes, AGM batteries can be oriented in any configuration. Another reason why they are great batteries for bikes, beyond their vibration resistance and other great properties.
     
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    Get a motobatt battery
     
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    Motobatt Battery seems like a good one. A little expensive though.
     
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    I run a Motobatt, haven't needed to use my c-tek charger in the 2.5 years I have had it.
     
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