Fulbat
Fulbat FTX16-BS · Motorcycle battery 12V 14.7Ah 230A
Reference: BOL-FULBAT-FTX16-BS
Fulbat FTX16-BS: motorcycle battery (AGM) with 12 V, 14.7 Ah and 230 A cold cranking current, measuring 150 × 87 × 161 mm, with the positive terminal on the left.
Fulbat FTX16-BS · Motorcycle battery 12V 14.7Ah 230A images
- Voltage
- 12V
- Capacity
- 14.7Ah
- Cold cranking amps (EN)
- 230A
- Technology
- AGM
- Dimensions (L × W × H)
- 150 × 87 × 161 mm
- Polarity
- Positive terminal on the left
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Where the Fulbat FTX16-BS fits
The Fulbat FTX16-BS is made for motorcycles, scooters and quads. It is worth keeping the FTX16-BS on a maintenance charger if the bike is laid up over winter.
At 14.7 Ah it goes into large-capacity motorcycles, adventure bikes, customs and quads. The FTX16-BS belongs to the Fulbat FULBAT Motorcycle MF range. The full range of Fulbat batteries
Part numbers and codes for the Fulbat FTX16-BS
This is how the Fulbat FTX16-BS appears on the label and in parts catalogues:
| Commercial reference | FTX16-BS |
|---|---|
| Not to be confused with | Fulbat FTX12-BS (10.5 Ah, 180 A), Fulbat FTX14-BS (12.6 Ah, 200 A) |
Equivalents and alternatives to the Fulbat FTX16-BS
Other AGM batteries that fit the FTX16-BS's tray with the same polarity: an AGM can only be replaced by another AGM.
| Model | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varta YTX16-BS-1 | AGM | 14 Ah | 210 A | 150 × 87 × 161 |
| Varta YTX16-BS | AGM | 14 Ah | 210 A | 150 × 87 × 161 |
| Exide AGM12-15 | AGM | 14 Ah | 215 A | 150 × 90 × 160 |
| Exide ETX16-BS | AGM | 14 Ah | 215 A | 150 × 90 × 160 |
Fulbat FTX16-BS vs FTX20A-BS and FTX14-BS
The real differences between the FTX16-BS and the closest Fulbat models:
| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fulbat FTX16-BS (this one) | 14.7 Ah | 230 A | 150 × 87 × 161 | left | 5.17 kg |
| Fulbat FTX20A-BS | 18.9 Ah | 270 A | 150 × 87 × 161 | left | 5.53 kg |
| Fulbat FTX14-BS | 12.6 Ah | 200 A | 150 × 87 × 145 | left | 4.29 kg |
- Fulbat FTX20A-BS: 4.20 Ah more, 40 A more cranking power, the same dimensions.
- Fulbat FTX14-BS: 2.10 Ah less, 30 A less cranking power, a different case (150 × 87 × 145 mm).
What to look at before buying the FTX16-BS
- Check the EN amps on your battery: if it says 230 A or less, the FTX16-BS covers your engine.
- Your current battery should say about 14.7 Ah; a little more is also fine.
- Polarity of the FTX16-BS: positive terminal on the left (if yours has it on the other side, the cables will not reach).
- The FTX16-BS needs 150 × 87 × 161 mm of space: measure it with the hold-down clamp in place.
Frequently asked questions about the Fulbat FTX16-BS
FTX16-BS or FTX20A-BS: which one suits me?
Compared with the FTX16-BS, the Fulbat FTX20A-BS has 4.20 Ah more and 40 A more cranking power. If your current battery says 270 A or more, choose the FTX20A-BS; if it says 230 A or less, the FTX16-BS is enough. Both measure 150 × 87 × 161 mm, so they fit the same tray.
How much does the Fulbat FTX16-BS weigh?
5.17 kg, with 14.7 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Fulbat FTX20A-BS (18.9 Ah) weighs 5.53 kg.
Which battery is equivalent to the Fulbat FTX16-BS?
Only other AGM batteries with its dimensions and polarity: Varta YTX16-BS-1, Varta YTX16-BS and Exide AGM12-15. Neither an EFB nor a conventional battery replaces the FTX16-BS.
Which side is the positive terminal on the Fulbat FTX16-BS?
On the FTX16-BS, the positive terminal is on the left with the terminals facing you: compare it with your current battery, because with reversed polarity the cables will not reach.
Which charger does the Fulbat FTX16-BS need?
A charger with an AGM mode that limits voltage to about 14.4-14.7 V. Never an old unregulated charger: overcharging dries out an AGM beyond repair.
Inside the FTX16-BS: AGM technology
Inside, the FTX16-BS has glass fibre separators (AGM) that hold the electrolyte. The FTX16-BS needs a charger with an AGM mode that does not exceed 14.7 V.
Keep comparing: alternatives to the FTX16-BS
- More motorcycle batteries
- More Fulbat models
- Varta YTX16-BS-1 · 14 Ah, 210 A, 150×87×161 mm
- Varta YTX16-BS · 14 Ah, 210 A, 150×87×161 mm
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