Exide EB12A-A · Motorcycle battery 12V 12Ah 165A
Reference: BOL-EXIDE-EB12A-A · EAN 3661024033299
Exide EB12A-A: motorcycle battery with 12 V, 12 Ah and 165 A cold cranking current, measuring 135 × 80 × 160 mm, with the positive terminal on the left. Need the positive terminal on the right? The same battery is the Exide EB12AL-A.
- Voltage
- 12V
- Capacity
- 12Ah
- Cold cranking amps (EN)
- 165A
- Technology
- Lead-acid
- Dimensions (L × W × H)
- 135 × 80 × 160 mm
- Polarity
- Positive terminal on the left
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Who the Exide EB12A-A is for
The Exide EB12A-A is a motorcycle starter battery: compact, vibration-resistant and with just the right power to turn the starter motor and feed the electronics. It handles frame vibration and idle periods better than an adapted car battery.
At 12 Ah it covers mid-capacity motorcycles, large scooters and light quads. The EB12A-A belongs to the Exide EXIDE MOTORCYCLE CONVENTIONAL 12V range. More Exide batteries
Part numbers and codes for the Exide EB12A-A
The EB12A-A is listed under these codes on labels, in garages and in catalogues:
| Commercial reference | EB12A-A |
|---|---|
| JIS code | YB12A-A, 12N12A-4A-1 |
| EAN | 3661024033299 |
| Terminal type | M06 |
| Not to be confused with | Exide EB12AL-A (12 Ah, 165 A, positive terminal on the right) |
Equivalents and alternatives to the Exide EB12A-A
Batteries that fit the EB12A-A's tray with the same polarity; besides other conventional batteries, an EFB or AGM of this size is a valid upgrade for the EB12A-A.
| Model | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fulbat FB12A-A | Lead-acid | 12.6 Ah | 155 A | 134 × 80 × 160 |
| Fulbat FB12A-B | Lead-acid | 12.6 Ah | 155 A | 134 × 80 × 160 |
| Varta YB12A-A | Lead-acid | 12 Ah | 160 A | 136 × 82 × 161 |
| Varta YB12A-B | Lead-acid | 12 Ah | 160 A | 136 × 82 × 162 |
| Motobatt MB12U | AGM | 15 Ah | 160 A | 135 × 80 × 161 |
Exide EB12A-A vs 12N12A-4A-1, EB12AL-A and AGM12-14.1: differences
What sets the EB12A-A apart from its neighbours in the Exide range:
| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exide EB12A-A (this one) | 12 Ah | 165 A | 135 × 80 × 160 | left | 4.2 kg |
| Exide 12N12A-4A-1 | 12 Ah | 115 A | 135 × 80 × 160 | left | 3.9 kg |
| Exide EB12AL-A | 12 Ah | 165 A | 135 × 80 × 160 | right | 4.2 kg |
| Exide AGM12-14.1 | 12 Ah | 210 A | 135 × 90 × 165 | left | 4 kg |
- Exide 12N12A-4A-1: the same capacity, 50 A less cranking power, the same dimensions.
- If the positive terminal of your battery is on the other side, the one you need is the Exide EB12AL-A (positive terminal on the right).
- Exide AGM12-14.1: the same capacity, 45 A more cranking power, a different case (135 × 90 × 165 mm), AGM technology.
Check this before ordering the Exide EB12A-A
- The EB12A-A needs 135 × 80 × 160 mm of space: measure it with the hold-down clamp in place.
- With the terminals facing you, the positive terminal of the EB12A-A is on the left.
- Capacity of the EB12A-A: 12 Ah; the same as your current battery or slightly more is fine.
- The EB12A-A delivers 165 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states.
Frequently asked questions about the Exide EB12A-A
EB12A-A or 12N12A-4A-1: which one suits me?
Compared with the EB12A-A, the Exide 12N12A-4A-1 has 50 A less cranking power. The EB12A-A cranks harder; the 12N12A-4A-1 is only a good option if your original battery says 115 A or less. Both measure 135 × 80 × 160 mm, so they fit the same tray.
Exide EB12A-A or EB12AL-A: what is the difference?
Only the polarity: the EB12A-A has the positive terminal on the left and the EB12AL-A the positive terminal on the right. Capacity (12 Ah), cranking power and dimensions are identical.
How much does the Exide EB12A-A weigh?
4.2 kg, with 12 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Exide 12N12A-4A-1 (12 Ah) weighs 3.9 kg.
Which battery is equivalent to the Exide EB12A-A?
With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Fulbat FB12A-A, Fulbat FB12A-B and Varta YB12A-A. As the EB12A-A is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works.
Does the Exide EB12A-A come charged and ready to fit?
Sealed AGM and gel batteries leave the factory charged and ready. Conventional ones with a separate acid pack are activated when filled and should be charged before fitting.
Lead-acid technology in the EB12A-A
The EB12A-A 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.
Keep comparing: alternatives to the EB12A-A
- Other motorcycle batteries
- Full Exide catalogue
- Fulbat FB12A-A · 12.6 Ah, 155 A, 134×80×160 mm
- Fulbat FB12A-B · 12.6 Ah, 155 A, 134×80×160 mm
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