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Exide EB12AL-A2 · Motorcycle battery 12V 12Ah 165A

Reference: BOL-EXIDE-EB12AL-A2 · EAN 3661024033312

The Exide EB12AL-A2 is 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 right. With the positive terminal on the left, the exact counterpart is the Exide EB12A-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 right
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The Exide EB12AL-A2 at a glance

The Exide EB12AL-A2 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 EB12AL-A2 belongs to the Exide EXIDE MOTORCYCLE CONVENTIONAL 12V range. See all Exide batteries

Exide EB12AL-A2 codes and part numbers

Look for any of these EB12AL-A2 codes on your current battery or in the manufacturer's catalogue:

Commercial referenceEB12AL-A2
JIS codeYB12AL-A2
EAN3661024033312
Terminal typeM04
Not to be confused withExide EB16AL-A2 (16 Ah, 175 A)

Equivalents and alternatives to the Exide EB12AL-A2

Same dimensions and polarity as the EB12AL-A2, with similar capacity and cranking power; as a conventional battery, the EB12AL-A2 can also be replaced by an EFB or AGM of the same size if you want more cycles.

ModelTechnologyCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)
Fulbat FB12AL-A/A2Lead-acid12.6 Ah155 A134 × 80 × 160
Varta YB12AL-A2Lead-acid12 Ah160 A136 × 82 × 161
Exide EB12AL-ALead-acid12 Ah165 A135 × 80 × 160
Motobatt MB12UAGM15 Ah160 A135 × 80 × 161

Exide EB12AL-A2 vs AGM12-14, EB12A-A and ETX14AHL-BS: which one to choose?

Torn between the EB12AL-A2 and another similar Exide? This is what changes:

ModelCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)PositiveWeight
Exide EB12AL-A2 (this one)12 Ah165 A135 × 80 × 160right4.2 kg
Exide AGM12-1412 Ah210 A135 × 90 × 165right4.8 kg
Exide EB12A-A12 Ah165 A135 × 80 × 160left4.2 kg
Exide ETX14AHL-BS12 Ah210 A135 × 90 × 165right4.9 kg
  • Exide AGM12-14: the same capacity, 45 A more cranking power, a different case (135 × 90 × 165 mm), AGM technology.
  • The Exide EB12A-A 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 ETX14AHL-BS: the same capacity, 45 A more cranking power, a different case (135 × 90 × 165 mm), AGM technology.

Check this before ordering the Exide EB12AL-A2

  • Check the EN amps on your battery: if it says 165 A or less, the EB12AL-A2 covers your engine.
  • Capacity of the EB12AL-A2: 12 Ah; the same as your current battery or slightly more is fine.
  • The EB12AL-A2 has the positive terminal on the right: compare it with your current battery.
  • Length, width and height of the EB12AL-A2: 135 × 80 × 160 mm.

Frequently asked questions about the Exide EB12AL-A2

Exide EB12AL-A2 or AGM12-14?

Compared with the EB12AL-A2, the Exide AGM12-14 has 45 A more cranking power and AGM technology. If your current battery says 210 A or more, choose the AGM12-14; if it says 165 A or less, the EB12AL-A2 is enough. Mind the space: the AGM12-14 measures 135 × 90 × 165 mm.

What is the difference between the Exide EB12AL-A2 and the EB12A-A?

They are the same battery with the terminals swapped: positive terminal on the right on the EB12AL-A2, positive terminal on the left on the EB12A-A. Look at your current battery with the terminals facing you and pick the one that matches.

How much does the Exide EB12AL-A2 weigh?

The EB12AL-A2 weighs 4.2 kg. For reference, the Exide AGM12-14 (12 Ah) weighs 4.8 kg.

Which battery is equivalent to the Exide EB12AL-A2?

With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Fulbat FB12AL-A/A2, Varta YB12AL-A2 and Exide EB12AL-A. As the EB12AL-A2 is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works.

Which charger does the Exide EB12AL-A2 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.

Lead-acid technology in the EB12AL-A2

The EB12AL-A2 is a conventional lead-acid battery, with plates immersed in liquid electrolyte. In cars without energy management, the EB12AL-A2 needs no special registration: just connect it.

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