cattmouch33 Posted November 7, 2011 Report Share Posted November 7, 2011 Has any one heard of or have a lithium iron battery? I came across http://www.shoraipower.com/ which says the battery is almost 5 lbs lighter than lead acid, holds a charge 3 times longer, and better at starting in the cold. A 5 lb drop just for the battery would be nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moto-Brian Posted November 7, 2011 Report Share Posted November 7, 2011 No offense, but unless you are a hard core racer, there are a TON of better upgrades to do to your bike than a lighter battery. The charge time is cool, the starting idea is cool, too. But, when it is all said and done, you probably aren't a common winter rider and you hopefully are maintaining your battery well enough to not worry about charge issues...I think batteries are going to start moving to Lithium in stock bikes soon, but until then, that money is easily better used on something that is going to net a better result... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted November 7, 2011 Report Share Posted November 7, 2011 I've been looking at those the price is a bit steep but if it's going to last twice as long it's not so bad. I'm getting about due for a new battery so I will probably be ordering one in the spring. The weight savings might help me pick up a mph or two in the land speed runs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmh_sprint Posted November 7, 2011 Report Share Posted November 7, 2011 I looked at them but the price put me off. Everything I have read about them and reviews from people who have them are nothing but positive. A lot of guys on Triumphrat.net use them and love them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natedogg624 Posted November 7, 2011 Report Share Posted November 7, 2011 Ballistic batteries are comparable and offered by Riders Discount. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
serpentracer Posted November 7, 2011 Report Share Posted November 7, 2011 my battery is 9 years old. I never do anything to it other than ride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moto-Brian Posted November 10, 2011 Report Share Posted November 10, 2011 my battery is 9 years old. I never do anything to it other than ride.Bingo. Lightweight batteries are great for that "edge" when racing, but outside that, I can get several years on an OEM battery. Hell, most race guys aren't doing these in majority unless they are getting them for free... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scruit Posted November 10, 2011 Report Share Posted November 10, 2011 Lithium ion. Popular where weight savings are critical, like r/c aircraft etc.Will it make your bike faster? It would be cheaper to quit eating burgers and you'll probably shed the same amout of weight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted November 10, 2011 Report Share Posted November 10, 2011 Lithium ion. Popular where weight savings are critical, like r/c aircraft etc.Will it make your bike faster? It would be cheaper to quit eating burgers and you'll probably shed the same amout of weight.How do you know how many burgers I eat? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted November 10, 2011 Report Share Posted November 10, 2011 The Shorai might help if you have a bike with a weak charging system. Some older Ducs and my Buell for example have a history of eating batteries. They have less resistance than a lead acid battery so it takes less power/time to charge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jester3681 Posted November 10, 2011 Report Share Posted November 10, 2011 I'll need to look for a non-conventional battery for the Virago. The lead-acid that came with it won't fit in the tail where it needs to mount. I'm looking at a smaller AGM or sealed-cell type battery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scruit Posted November 10, 2011 Report Share Posted November 10, 2011 How do you know how many burgers I eat?Look over your shoulder, to the right. Further right. Up a bit. Smile to the camera. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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