# Fulbat FTX16-BS · Motorcycle battery 12V 14.7Ah 230A

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> Fulbat FTX16-BS: 14.7 Ah motorcycle battery, 230 A (EN), 150×87×161 mm, positive terminal on the left, AGM. Equivalent to Exide AGM12-15 and Exide ETX16-BS.

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- **Canonical URL**: https://bateriasonline.es/en/fulbat-ftx16-bs
- **Language**: en
- **Brand**: Fulbat
- **Reference**: BOL-FULBAT-FTX16-BS
- **MPN**: FTX16-BS
- **Last updated**: 2026-11-06

## Technical specifications

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Fulbat |
| Range | FULBAT Motorcycle MF |
| Application | Motorcycles |
| Technology | AGM |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Capacity | 14.7 Ah |
| Cold cranking amps (EN) | 230 A |
| Length | 150 mm |
| Width | 87 mm |
| Height | 161 mm |
| Weight | 5.17 kg |
| Polarity | Positive terminal on the left |

## Quick description

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.

## Description

## 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](https://bateriasonline.es/en/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](https://bateriasonline.es/en/motorcycle-batteries)
- [More Fulbat models](https://bateriasonline.es/en/fulbat-batteries)
- [Varta YTX16-BS-1](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-ytx16-bs-1-514901021) · 14 Ah, 210 A, 150×87×161 mm
- [Varta YTX16-BS](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-ytx16-bs-514902021) · 14 Ah, 210 A, 150×87×161 mm

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