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Varta TX14H (FA) · Motorcycle battery 12V 16Ah 240A

Reference: BOL-VARTA-516909024 · EAN 4016987169476

Varta TX14H (FA) (ETN 516 909 024, also written 516909024): motorcycle battery (AGM) with 12 V, 16 Ah and 240 A cold cranking current, measuring 150 × 88.5 × 145 mm, with the positive terminal on the left.

Voltage
12V
Capacity
16Ah (C10)
Cold cranking amps (EN)
240A
Technology
AGM
Dimensions (L × W × H)
150 × 88.5 × 145 mm
Polarity
Positive terminal on the left
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Where the Varta TX14H (FA) fits

The Varta TX14H (FA) is made for motorcycles, scooters and quads. It is worth keeping the TX14H (FA) on a maintenance charger if the bike is laid up over winter.

At 16 Ah it goes into large-capacity motorcycles, adventure bikes, customs and quads. In the Varta catalogue, the TX14H (FA) belongs to the Powersports AGM Active line. See all Varta batteries

Part numbers and codes for the Varta TX14H (FA)

This is how the Varta TX14H (FA) appears on the label and in parts catalogues:

Commercial referenceTX14H (FA)
ETN code516909024 (also 516 909 024)
EAN4016987169476
Base hold-downB00
Terminal typeY14
Also known asVarta 516909024 · Varta 516 909 024
Not to be confused withVarta TX14AH (FA) (12 Ah, 210 A)

Equivalents and alternatives to the Varta TX14H (FA)

Other AGM batteries that fit the TX14H (FA)'s tray with the same polarity: an AGM can only be replaced by another AGM.

ModelTechnologyCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)
Motobatt MBYZ16HAGM16.5 Ah240 A151 × 87 × 145
Motobatt MBYZ16HDAGM16.5 Ah240 A151 × 87 × 145

Varta TX14H (FA) vs YTX14-4 (FA) and YTX14-BS

The real differences between the TX14H (FA) and the closest Varta models:

ModelCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)PositiveWeight
Varta TX14H (FA) (this one)16 Ah240 A150 × 88.5 × 145left5.4 kg
Varta YTX14-4 (FA)12 Ah200 A150 × 87 × 146left4.31 kg
Varta YTX14-BS12 Ah200 A152 × 88 × 147left4.37 kg
  • Varta YTX14-4 (FA): 4 Ah less, 40 A less cranking power, the same dimensions.
  • Varta YTX14-BS: 4 Ah less, 40 A less cranking power, the same dimensions.

Check this before ordering the Varta TX14H (FA)

  • Measure the space: the TX14H (FA) takes up 150 × 88.5 × 145 mm.
  • With the terminals facing you, the positive terminal of the TX14H (FA) is on the left.
  • Capacity of the TX14H (FA): 16 Ah; the same as your current battery or slightly more is fine.
  • The TX14H (FA) delivers 240 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states.

Frequently asked questions about the Varta TX14H (FA)

TX14H (FA) or YTX14-4 (FA): which one suits me?

Compared with the TX14H (FA), the Varta YTX14-4 (FA) has 4 Ah less and 40 A less cranking power. The TX14H (FA) cranks harder; the YTX14-4 (FA) is only a good option if your original battery says 200 A or less. Both measure 150 × 88.5 × 145 mm, so they fit the same tray.

Is the Varta 516909024 the same battery as the Varta TX14H (FA)?

Yes. 516909024 is the ETN code Varta uses for its TX14H (FA) battery, so you can search for it by either code.

How much does the Varta TX14H (FA) weigh?

5.4 kg, with 16 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Varta YTX14-4 (FA) (12 Ah) weighs 4.31 kg.

Which battery is equivalent to the Varta TX14H (FA)?

Only other AGM batteries with its dimensions and polarity: Motobatt MBYZ16H and Motobatt MBYZ16HD. Neither an EFB nor a conventional battery replaces the TX14H (FA).

Which side is the positive terminal on the Varta TX14H (FA)?

On the TX14H (FA), 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 Varta TX14H (FA) 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 TX14H (FA): AGM technology

Inside, the TX14H (FA) has glass fibre separators (AGM) that hold the electrolyte. The TX14H (FA) needs a charger with an AGM mode that does not exceed 14.7 V.

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