# Exide 12N24-3A · Motorcycle battery 12V 24Ah 220A ![Exide 12N24-3A · Motorcycle battery 12V 24Ah 220A](https://bateriasonline.es/145-home_default/exide-12n24-3a.jpg) > Exide 12N24-3A: 24 Ah motorcycle battery, 220 A (EN), 185×125×175 mm, positive terminal on the right. Equivalent to Varta 12N24-3. **Category:** [Motorcycle batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/motorcycle-batteries) → [Exide](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-batteries) - **Canonical URL**: https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-12n24-3a - **Language**: en - **Brand**: Exide - **Reference**: BOL-EXIDE-12N24-3A - **EAN**: 3661024033541 - **MPN**: 12N24-3A - **Last updated**: 2026-11-09 ## Technical specifications | Feature | Value | |---|---| | Brand | Exide | | Range | EXIDE Conventional | | Application | Motorcycles | | Technology | Lead-acid | | Voltage | 12 V | | Capacity | 24 Ah | | Cold cranking amps (EN) | 220 A | | Length | 185 mm | | Width | 125 mm | | Height | 175 mm | | Weight | 8 kg | | Polarity | Positive terminal on the right | | Terminal type | M03 | | JIS code | 12N24-3 A 12N24-3 | ## Quick description The Exide 12N24-3A is a motorcycle battery with 12 V, 24 Ah and 220 A cold cranking current, measuring 185 × 125 × 175 mm, with the positive terminal on the right. Need the positive terminal on the left? The same battery is the Exide 12N24-4A. ## Description ## The Exide 12N24-3A at a glance The Exide 12N24-3A is a motorcycle starter battery: compact, vibration-resistant and with just the right power to turn the starter motor and feed the electronics. With 24 Ah, the 12N24-3A suits motorcycles and scooters that had a battery of that capacity. At 24 Ah it is a large battery for heavy motorcycles, jet skis and utility quads. The 12N24-3A belongs to the Exide EXIDE Conventional range. [The full range of Exide batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-batteries) ## Part numbers and codes for the Exide 12N24-3A The 12N24-3A is listed under these codes on labels, in garages and in catalogues: | Commercial reference | 12N24-3A | |---|---| | JIS code | 12N24-3A, 12N24-3 | | EAN | 3661024033541 | | Terminal type | M03 | | Not to be confused with | Exide 12N14-3A (14 Ah, 130 A), Exide 12N24-4A (24 Ah, 220 A, positive terminal on the left) | ## Equivalents and alternatives to the Exide 12N24-3A Batteries that fit the 12N24-3A's tray with the same polarity; besides other conventional batteries, an EFB or AGM of this size is a valid upgrade for the 12N24-3A. | Model | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | |---|---|---|---|---| | Varta 12N24-3 | Lead-acid | 24 Ah | 200 A | 186 × 125 × 178 | ## Exide 12N24-3A vs E60-N24AL-B, 12N24-4A and E60-N24L-A: which one to choose? How the 12N24-3A compares with Exide batteries of similar size and capacity: | Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight | |---|---|---|---|---|---| | Exide 12N24-3A (this one) | 24 Ah | 220 A | 185 × 125 × 175 | right | 8 kg | | Exide E60-N24AL-B | 28 Ah | 280 A | 185 × 125 × 175 | right | 8.6 kg | | Exide 12N24-4A | 24 Ah | 220 A | 185 × 125 × 175 | left | 8 kg | | Exide E60-N24L-A | 28 Ah | 280 A | 185 × 125 × 175 | right | 8.6 kg | - Exide E60-N24AL-B: 4 Ah more, 60 A more cranking power, the same dimensions. - The Exide 12N24-4A is the same battery with the positive terminal on the other side: choose it if your current battery has the positive terminal on the left. - Exide E60-N24L-A: 4 Ah more, 60 A more cranking power, the same dimensions. ## Before ordering the 12N24-3A, check this - Length, width and height of the 12N24-3A: 185 × 125 × 175 mm. - The 12N24-3A has the positive terminal on the right: compare it with your current battery. - Your current battery should say about 24 Ah; a little more is also fine. - The 12N24-3A delivers 220 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states. ## Frequently asked questions about the Exide 12N24-3A ### 12N24-3A or E60-N24AL-B: which one suits me? Compared with the 12N24-3A, the Exide E60-N24AL-B has 4 Ah more and 60 A more cranking power. If your current battery says 280 A or more, choose the E60-N24AL-B; if it says 220 A or less, the 12N24-3A is enough. Both measure 185 × 125 × 175 mm, so they fit the same tray. ### Exide 12N24-3A or 12N24-4A: what is the difference? Only the polarity: the 12N24-3A has the positive terminal on the right and the 12N24-4A the positive terminal on the left. Capacity (24 Ah), cranking power and dimensions are identical. ### How much does the Exide 12N24-3A weigh? 8 kg, with 24 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Exide E60-N24AL-B (28 Ah) weighs 8.6 kg. ### Which battery is equivalent to the Exide 12N24-3A? With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Varta 12N24-3. As the 12N24-3A is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works. ### Which charger does the Exide 12N24-3A need? An automatic lead-acid charger with cut-off or maintenance mode, rated at 10 to 20% of its capacity in amps. If it is a vented type, check the electrolyte level and top up only with distilled water. ## What it means that the 12N24-3A is lead-acid The 12N24-3A is a conventional lead-acid battery, with plates immersed in liquid electrolyte. Avoid leaving them discharged, as they sulphate, and charge them with a charger that cuts off or switches to maintenance when finished. ## Other options if you are unsure about the 12N24-3A - [All motorcycle batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/motorcycle-batteries) - [The whole Exide range](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-batteries) - [Varta U1R-9](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-u1r-9-522451034) · 22 Ah, 340 A, 196×132×183 mm --- *bateriasonline.es — Batteries and accessories · 2026-11-10*