Alton Starter Battery.. which one?

olympus

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• Apr 19, 2024

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Hi All, Reluctantly I have decided that over the next closed season i will install an Alton Electric foot, my question is is with regard to which type of battery ( LA Gel AGM, maintenance free), size, etc. should i be fitting please

 

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Bonzo

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• Apr 19, 2024

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Motobatt MBTX20UHD (HD=Black)



I haven't actually installed the Alton yet as my bike is a great starter, but when the time comes that my knees finally disintegrate, I'll be ready

 

concours

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Same battery in a Non-Chinese quality level:

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Anglophile

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I think the Yuasa YTX20CH-BS is great.

 

lazyeye6

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I installed a Shorai LFX19A4BS12 (Lithium Iron) along with the Alton electric starter in my '74 Mk2. It is quite small and that helps with
the install of a lot of awkward electrical wiring in the battery box area.

 

MexicoMike

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• Apr 20, 2024

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Been running a Shorai 18AH on my Alton-equipped Commando since '12. (actually been running the Shorai since '08 - added the Alton in late '12)