is it a non-maintenance battery
Die Hard Batteries?
Hi there,
Noob here, I'm about to take delivery of a '09 model that I bought used from ebay (has 700 miles) and the seller told me that the battery might need to be replaced since the bike's been stationary for a while. The Sears store in my neighborhood is having a HUGE sale (converting to K-mart and are liquidating pretty much everything) and they have a couple of die hard motorcycle batteries 50% off. I was just wondering if any of you have used this brand and if so, I would appreciate it if you could tell me the type/part number of the one suitable for the ninja.
Thanks in advance.
Noob here, I'm about to take delivery of a '09 model that I bought used from ebay (has 700 miles) and the seller told me that the battery might need to be replaced since the bike's been stationary for a while. The Sears store in my neighborhood is having a HUGE sale (converting to K-mart and are liquidating pretty much everything) and they have a couple of die hard motorcycle batteries 50% off. I was just wondering if any of you have used this brand and if so, I would appreciate it if you could tell me the type/part number of the one suitable for the ninja.
Thanks in advance.
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Thanks for responding shoota.
I'm afraid I don't know, I just saw a couple of motorcycle batteries piled up, but do they even produce "maintenance" batteries these days. I ride a scooter (for the time being
) and the only batteries that need a bit of "work" are the ones that come with the acids separate, but even they are non-maintenance. Anyway, I'll take a closer look next time and maybe even ask the people if they have a way of knowing if the batteries are compatible with the ninja.
Thanks bruh.
I'm afraid I don't know, I just saw a couple of motorcycle batteries piled up, but do they even produce "maintenance" batteries these days. I ride a scooter (for the time being
) and the only batteries that need a bit of "work" are the ones that come with the acids separate, but even they are non-maintenance. Anyway, I'll take a closer look next time and maybe even ask the people if they have a way of knowing if the batteries are compatible with the ninja.Thanks bruh.
The battery that come stock on the Ninja is a Yuasa YTX7A-BS, 12 volt 6 amp. Because of size constraints you will need to find a replacement battery (lead-acid or li-ion type) with the following dimensions or smaller. (Dimensions: 6" l x 3.4375" w x 3.75" h)
I found it rare for stores to stock this size battery. Even though it is a maintenance free battery, you will still have to fill the battery up with the provided acid and charge it initially, if the seller will not do it you you. So you may want to invest in a battery charger as well.
if the bike has sat up for a while and was not stored properly, you may want to have the carbs cleaned as well. If you were unable to verify the running condition of the the bike prior to purchase, I would go over the engine condition thoroughly to ensure proper operation.
I found it rare for stores to stock this size battery. Even though it is a maintenance free battery, you will still have to fill the battery up with the provided acid and charge it initially, if the seller will not do it you you. So you may want to invest in a battery charger as well.
if the bike has sat up for a while and was not stored properly, you may want to have the carbs cleaned as well. If you were unable to verify the running condition of the the bike prior to purchase, I would go over the engine condition thoroughly to ensure proper operation.
A lot of bikes still run maintenance batteries. Sealed non-maintenance are always more expensive...
Anyway, I've never experienced anything bad with Die Hard's - but that was in my car. I have no idea what the model number would be for the 250R, but if it fits, and the terminals are on the right sides, go for it!
However, you might want to get a trickle charger and try "resurrecting" the old battery and see if you even need a new battery...
Anyway, I've never experienced anything bad with Die Hard's - but that was in my car. I have no idea what the model number would be for the 250R, but if it fits, and the terminals are on the right sides, go for it!
However, you might want to get a trickle charger and try "resurrecting" the old battery and see if you even need a new battery...
Thanks for chiming in guys.
@BlueGhost, that battery spec was exactly what I was looking for, thanks. The buyer did indeed mention that the bike had sat for a while, but he also said that the engine and transmission were immaculate and also, considering that it only has 700 miles on it (not even fully broken in), I assumed the engine to need minimal work, if it all. I'm going to have to wait and see (optimistic date of delivery - in two days).
@spooph I already have a battery charger as I'm riding a scooter and I basically have to do same stuff to it's battery.
I'm going to stock up on seafoam and run it through the carbs before taking them apart to clean though.
Thanks again guys.
@BlueGhost, that battery spec was exactly what I was looking for, thanks. The buyer did indeed mention that the bike had sat for a while, but he also said that the engine and transmission were immaculate and also, considering that it only has 700 miles on it (not even fully broken in), I assumed the engine to need minimal work, if it all. I'm going to have to wait and see (optimistic date of delivery - in two days).
@spooph I already have a battery charger as I'm riding a scooter and I basically have to do same stuff to it's battery.
I'm going to stock up on seafoam and run it through the carbs before taking them apart to clean though.
Thanks again guys.
Yeah I agree, follow this advice and you should be fine.The battery that come stock on the Ninja is a Yuasa YTX7A-BS, 12 volt 6 amp. Because of size constraints you will need to find a replacement battery (lead-acid or li-ion type) with the following dimensions or smaller. (Dimensions: 6" l x 3.4375" w x 3.75" h)
I found it rare for stores to stock this size battery. Even though it is a maintenance free battery, you will still have to fill the battery up with the provided acid and charge it initially, if the seller will not do it you you. So you may want to invest in a battery charger as well.
if the bike has sat up for a while and was not stored properly, you may want to have the carbs cleaned as well. If you were unable to verify the running condition of the the bike prior to purchase, I would go over the engine condition thoroughly to ensure proper operation.
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