# Exide GEL12-16 · Motorcycle battery 12V 16Ah 100A

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> Exide GEL12-16: 16 Ah motorcycle battery, 100 A (EN), 180×75×165 mm, positive terminal on the right, GEL.

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- **Canonical URL**: https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-gel12-16
- **Language**: en
- **Brand**: Exide
- **Reference**: BOL-EXIDE-GEL12-16
- **EAN**: 3661024034067
- **MPN**: GEL12-16
- **Price**: 123,39 € (VAT incl., Spain)
- **Last updated**: 2026-11-07

## Technical specifications

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Exide |
| Range | EXIDE MOTORCYCLE GEL 12 V |
| Application | Motorcycles |
| Technology | GEL |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Capacity | 16 Ah |
| Cold cranking amps (EN) | 100 A |
| Length | 180 mm |
| Width | 75 mm |
| Height | 165 mm |
| Weight | 6.5 kg |
| Polarity | Positive terminal on the right |
| Terminal type | M11 |

## Quick description

The Exide GEL12-16 is a motorcycle battery with 12 V, 16 Ah and 100 A cold cranking current, measuring 180 × 75 × 165 mm, with the positive terminal on the right.

## Description

## The Exide GEL12-16 at a glance

The Exide GEL12-16 is made for motorcycles, scooters and quads. With 16 Ah, the GEL12-16 suits motorcycles and scooters that had a battery of that capacity.
At 16 Ah it goes into large-capacity motorcycles, adventure bikes, customs and quads. The GEL12-16 belongs to the Exide EXIDE MOTORCYCLE GEL 12V range. [More Exide batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-batteries)

## Part numbers and codes for the Exide GEL12-16

This is how the Exide GEL12-16 appears on the label and in parts catalogues:

| Commercial reference | GEL12-16 |
|---|---|
| EAN | 3661024034067 |
| Terminal type | M11 |
| Not to be confused with | Exide GEL12-14 (14 Ah, 150 A, positive terminal on the left), Exide GEL12-19 (19 Ah, 170 A) |

## Equivalents and alternatives to the Exide GEL12-16

We have no other battery with exactly the dimensions and polarity of the GEL12-16. Browse the rest of our [motorcycle batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/motorcycle-batteries) to compare close options.

## Exide GEL12-16 vs GEL12-19: which one to choose?

How the GEL12-16 compares with Exide batteries of similar size and capacity:

| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exide GEL12-16 (this one) | 16 Ah | 100 A | 180 × 75 × 165 | right | 6.5 kg |
| Exide GEL12-19 | 19 Ah | 170 A | 185 × 80 × 170 | right | 6.5 kg |

- Exide GEL12-19: 3 Ah more, 70 A more cranking power, a different case (185 × 80 × 170 mm).

## Before ordering the GEL12-16, check this

- The GEL12-16 delivers 100 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states.
- Your current battery should say about 16 Ah; a little more is also fine.
- The GEL12-16 has the positive terminal on the right: compare it with your current battery.
- Length, width and height of the GEL12-16: 180 × 75 × 165 mm.

## Frequently asked questions about the Exide GEL12-16

### GEL12-16 or GEL12-19: which one suits me?

Compared with the GEL12-16, the Exide GEL12-19 has 3 Ah more and 70 A more cranking power. If your current battery says 170 A or more, choose the GEL12-19; if it says 100 A or less, the GEL12-16 is enough. Mind the space: the GEL12-19 measures 185 × 80 × 170 mm.

### How much does the Exide GEL12-16 weigh?

6.5 kg, with 16 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Exide GEL12-19 (19 Ah) weighs 6.5 kg.

### Which side is the positive terminal on the Exide GEL12-16?

On the GEL12-16, the positive terminal is on the right with the terminals facing you: compare it with your current battery, because with reversed polarity the cables will not reach.

## Inside the GEL12-16: GEL technology

Inside, the GEL12-16 holds its electrolyte in gel form. To charge the GEL12-16, use a charger with a gel profile.

## More batteries to compare with the GEL12-16

- [Other motorcycle batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/motorcycle-batteries)
- [The whole Exide range](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-batteries)
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