Lithium iron battery ?? - Page 2

Malloc · 03-07-2012, 03:40 AM

id try it but not at 160 bucks , thats 3 battery's worth

**steves** · 03-07-2012, 07:06 AM

I've got one in the Sprint. The Sprints are notoriously hard to start sometimes. No issues with the Shorai.

Kreylyn · 03-07-2012, 10:13 AM

I will be replacing every battery as I need with them.

Krey

cintidude04 · 03-07-2012, 10:42 AM

Can't wait to tryout the Shorai Jim has waiting for me.

KatanaGSX92 · 03-30-2012, 08:07 PM

After doing some more extensive research including compairing specs, reading reviews, watching youtube videos, etc., I decided against the Shorai and instead purchased the Ballistic EVO2. http://www.ballisticparts.com/

Today I received a new Ballistic 12 Cell LiFePO4 EVO2 Battery. This battery is about a third smaller and only weighs 2lb 5oz. It's a 20AH battery with 410 Cold Cranking Amps. (the 8 cell works for the Katanas and has 275 CCA)

I filled the empty space with the black foam that supported the battery in the box.

What a difference! When starting the bike, the engine springs to life and spins so much faster than when it was on the AGM battery that it replaced. These batteries are pricey but now I feel confident that the bike will start every time. They come with a 3 year warranty.

I considered the Shorai Lithium Iron battery but it cost even more and had less cold cranking amps.

venturesomerite · 03-30-2012, 08:34 PM

Do you have a pic of it next to a stock battery for better size comparison?

KatanaGSX92 · 03-30-2012, 08:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by venturesomerite

Do you have a pic of it next to a stock battery for better size comparison?

I was going to take that pic, and it slipped my mind. I can give you the dimensions however:

Stock battery:

(W) 5 7/8" X (D) 3 3/8" X (H) 4 1/8"

Weight: 7lb 7.5oz

Ballistic EVO2

(W) 4 3/8 X (D) 3 3/8" X (H) 4"

Weight: 2lb 5oz

Of course the Katana stock and Ballistic batteries will be smaller.

venturesomerite · 03-30-2012, 09:09 PM

I would shove a piece of foam next to it in the bast box to keep it from moving when cornering. Just a thought.

KatanaGSX92 · 03-30-2012, 09:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by venturesomerite

I would shove a piece of foam next to it in the bast box to keep it from moving when cornering. Just a thought.

Yup, I mention that is what I did in my original post about the battery.

BareKat · 04-28-2012, 10:54 PM

I'll second KatanaGSX92's comments.

Man I installed the 12 cell Ballistics battery in my bike too and was amazed how quick the motor cranked.

Check this short video for reference.

ballistic battery full load start - YouTube

03-07-2012, 03:40 AM	#11
Malloc Knee Dragger Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Tampa Posts: 579 iTrader: (1) My Garage eBay ID: vws-r-kewl	id try it but not at 160 bucks , thats 3 battery's worth __________________

03-07-2012, 07:06 AM	#12
steves Argh Supporting Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: 19403 Posts: 28,127 iTrader: (18) My Garage	I've got one in the Sprint. The Sprints are notoriously hard to start sometimes. No issues with the Shorai. __________________ -Steve Welcome to KatRiders.com! Click here to register Don't forget to check the Wiki! http://katriders.com/wiki Help Support Katriders.com via Motorcyclegear.com

03-07-2012, 10:13 AM	#13
Kreylyn Kat Master Supporting Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Weaverville, NC Posts: 12,497 iTrader: (23) My Garage eBay ID: Kreylyn	I will be replacing every battery as I need with them. Krey __________________ 93 750 Kat Modified Swingarm, 5.5 GSXR Rear with 180/55 and 520 Chain, 750 to 600 Tail conversion, more to come. Long Term Project build thread http://katriders.com/vb/showthread.php?t=96736 "I've done this a thousand times before. What could possibly go wron.... Ooops!"

03-07-2012, 10:42 AM	#14
cintidude04 Kat Legend Supporting Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Vagabond Posts: 5,502 iTrader: (24) My Garage eBay ID: cintidude04	Can't wait to tryout the Shorai Jim has waiting for me. __________________ DISCLAIMER-Everything I say is my personal opinion and should be considered fact. "...have you checked out my build thread? cheapest thing I've done to my bike was buy it ..." http://katriders.com/vb/showthread.php?t=111130 www.lunchtimecigar.com

03-30-2012, 08:07 PM	#15
KatanaGSX92 Kat Legend Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Sherman Oaks, CA Posts: 4,274 iTrader: (1) My Garage	After doing some more extensive research including compairing specs, reading reviews, watching youtube videos, etc., I decided against the Shorai and instead purchased the Ballistic EVO2. http://www.ballisticparts.com/ Today I received a new Ballistic 12 Cell LiFePO4 EVO2 Battery. This battery is about a third smaller and only weighs 2lb 5oz. It's a 20AH battery with 410 Cold Cranking Amps. (the 8 cell works for the Katanas and has 275 CCA) I filled the empty space with the black foam that supported the battery in the box. What a difference! When starting the bike, the engine springs to life and spins so much faster than when it was on the AGM battery that it replaced. These batteries are pricey but now I feel confident that the bike will start every time. They come with a 3 year warranty. I considered the Shorai Lithium Iron battery but it cost even more and had less cold cranking amps. __________________ Mulholland Hwy Ride 1992 Katana GSX600F (on permanent loan to a family member) 2000 Suzuki Hayabusa First Hayabusa Commercial Hayabusa Design Hayabusa #1 Wonder of Motorcycles

03-30-2012, 08:34 PM	#16
venturesomerite Knee Dragger Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Connecticut Posts: 646 iTrader: (12) My Garage	Do you have a pic of it next to a stock battery for better size comparison?

03-30-2012, 09:09 PM	#18
venturesomerite Knee Dragger Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Connecticut Posts: 646 iTrader: (12) My Garage	I would shove a piece of foam next to it in the bast box to keep it from moving when cornering. Just a thought.

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