# Exide ETX20HL-BS · Motorcycle battery 12V 18Ah 270A

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> Exide ETX20HL-BS: 18 Ah motorcycle battery, 270 A (EN), 175×90×155 mm, positive terminal on the right, AGM. Equivalent to Varta YTX20L-4 (FA).

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- **Canonical URL**: https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-etx20hl-bs
- **Language**: en
- **Brand**: Exide
- **Reference**: BOL-EXIDE-ETX20HL-BS
- **EAN**: 3661024033886
- **MPN**: ETX20HL-BS
- **Price**: 55,08 € (VAT incl., Spain)
- **Last updated**: 2026-11-09

## Technical specifications

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Exide |
| Range | EXIDE MOTORCYCLE AGM 12 V |
| Application | Motorcycles |
| Technology | AGM |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Capacity | 18 Ah |
| Cold cranking amps (EN) | 270 A |
| Length | 175 mm |
| Width | 90 mm |
| Height | 155 mm |
| Weight | 6.1 kg |
| Polarity | Positive terminal on the right |
| Terminal type | M04 |
| JIS code | YTX20 HL-BS |

## Quick description

The Exide ETX20HL-BS is a motorcycle battery (AGM) with 12 V, 18 Ah and 270 A cold cranking current, measuring 175 × 90 × 155 mm, with the positive terminal on the right. Need the positive terminal on the left? The same battery is the Exide AGM12-19.1.

## Description

## Where the Exide ETX20HL-BS fits

The Exide ETX20HL-BS is made for motorcycles, scooters and quads. With 18 Ah, the ETX20HL-BS suits motorcycles and scooters that had a battery of that capacity.
At 18 Ah it goes into large-capacity motorcycles, adventure bikes, customs and quads. The ETX20HL-BS belongs to the Exide EXIDE MOTORCYCLE AGM 12V range. [More Exide batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-batteries)

## Exide ETX20HL-BS codes and part numbers

Shops, garages and catalogues identify the ETX20HL-BS with these codes:

| Commercial reference | ETX20HL-BS |
|---|---|
| JIS code | YTX20HL-BS |
| EAN | 3661024033886 |
| Terminal type | M04 |
| Not to be confused with | Exide ETX20H-BS (18 Ah, 270 A, positive terminal on the left), Exide ETX24HL-BS (21 Ah, 350 A) |

## Equivalents and alternatives to the Exide ETX20HL-BS

As the ETX20HL-BS is an AGM battery, we only list other AGM batteries with its dimensions and polarity: neither an EFB nor a conventional battery can replace it.

| Model | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varta YTX20L-4 (FA) | AGM | 18 Ah | 270 A | 175 × 87 × 154 |
| Fulbat FTX20L-BS | AGM | 18.9 Ah | 270 A | 175 × 87 × 155 |
| Varta TX20HL (FA) | AGM | 18 Ah | 310 A | 176 × 89 × 154 |
| Varta YTX20L-BS | AGM | 18 Ah | 250 A | 177 × 88 × 156 |
| Varta YTX20H-BS | AGM | 18 Ah | 320 A | 175 × 87 × 154 |
| Varta YTX20HL-BS | AGM | 18 Ah | 320 A | 175 × 87 × 154 |

## Exide ETX20HL-BS vs AGM12-18, AGM12-19.1 and AGM12-23: differences

Torn between the ETX20HL-BS and another similar Exide? This is what changes:

| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exide ETX20HL-BS (this one) | 18 Ah | 270 A | 175 × 90 × 155 | right | 6.1 kg |
| Exide AGM12-18 | 18 Ah | 250 A | 180 × 75 × 165 | right | 7.2 kg |
| Exide AGM12-19.1 | 18 Ah | 270 A | 175 × 90 × 155 | left | 6.1 kg |
| Exide AGM12-23 | 21 Ah | 350 A | 205 × 90 × 165 | right | 7 kg |

- Exide AGM12-18: the same capacity, 20 A less cranking power, a different case (180 × 75 × 165 mm).
- If the positive terminal of your battery is on the other side, the one you need is the Exide AGM12-19.1 (positive terminal on the left).
- Exide AGM12-23: 3 Ah more, 80 A more cranking power, a different case (205 × 90 × 165 mm).

## Before ordering the ETX20HL-BS, check this

- Check the EN amps on your battery: if it says 270 A or less, the ETX20HL-BS covers your engine.
- Your current battery should say about 18 Ah; a little more is also fine.
- The ETX20HL-BS has the positive terminal on the right: compare it with your current battery.
- Measure the space: the ETX20HL-BS takes up 175 × 90 × 155 mm.

## Frequently asked questions about the Exide ETX20HL-BS

### Exide ETX20HL-BS or AGM12-18?

Compared with the ETX20HL-BS, the Exide AGM12-18 has 20 A less cranking power. The ETX20HL-BS cranks harder; the AGM12-18 is only a good option if your original battery says 250 A or less. Mind the space: the AGM12-18 measures 180 × 75 × 165 mm.

### What is the difference between the Exide ETX20HL-BS and the AGM12-19.1?

They are the same battery with the terminals swapped: positive terminal on the right on the ETX20HL-BS, positive terminal on the left on the AGM12-19.1. Look at your current battery with the terminals facing you and pick the one that matches.

### How much does the Exide ETX20HL-BS weigh?

The ETX20HL-BS weighs 6.1 kg. For reference, the Exide AGM12-18 (18 Ah) weighs 7.2 kg.

### Which battery is equivalent to the Exide ETX20HL-BS?

Only other AGM batteries with its dimensions and polarity: Varta YTX20L-4 (FA), Fulbat FTX20L-BS and Varta TX20HL (FA). Neither an EFB nor a conventional battery replaces the ETX20HL-BS.

## AGM technology in the ETX20HL-BS

Inside, the ETX20HL-BS has glass fibre separators (AGM) that hold the electrolyte. It is fitted in cars with advanced Start-Stop and in deep-cycle equipment.

## Keep comparing: alternatives to the ETX20HL-BS

- [Other motorcycle batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/motorcycle-batteries)
- [Full Exide catalogue](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-batteries)
- [Varta YTX20L-4 (FA)](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-ytx20l-4-fa-518909027) · 18 Ah, 270 A, 175×87×154 mm
- [Fulbat FTX20L-BS](https://bateriasonline.es/en/fulbat-ftx20l-bs) · 18.9 Ah, 270 A, 175×87×155 mm

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