MODEL: 12N6.5-BS
SIZE: 139*66*103mm
constructed with lead calcium alloy and absorbed glass mat technology to provide you with “total maintenance-free” operation.
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WHAT CAUSES A BATTERY TO FAIL PREMATURELY
SELF DISCHARGE
Antimony Batteries (Conventional 6-Volt and 12-Volt Standard)
Even when the motorcycle is not being used, these batteries discharge (SELF DISCHARGE) at the rate of approximately 0.5 to 1% per week period. The rate of discharge increases with warm temperatures. See the approximate rates of discharge shown in Figure 1 to the right.
Lead Calcium Batteries (12-Volt Premium High Performance)
The lead/calcium technology motorcycle batteries have a longer life because they hold their charge more than three times as long as the conventional lead antimony batteries. These batteries discharge (SELF DISCHARGE) at a weekly rate of approximately .15 - .3%. See Figure 2 to the right. Some lead/calcium batteries also contain a special chemical that resists sulfation formation on the battery plates.
In order to minimize the self discharge of the battery, it is recommended that the battery be placed in a cool (NOT FREEZING) dry location when the motorcycle is not being used.