# Varta U1R-9 · Motorcycle battery 12V 22Ah 340A

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> Varta U1R-9 (ETN 522451034): 22 Ah motorcycle battery, 340 A (EN), 196×132×183 mm, positive terminal on the right.

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- **Canonical URL**: https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-u1r-9-522451034
- **Language**: en
- **Brand**: Varta
- **Reference**: BOL-VARTA-522451034
- **EAN**: 4016987169643
- **MPN**: 522451034
- **Price**: 72,52 € (VAT incl., Spain)
- **Last updated**: 2026-11-09

## Technical specifications

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Varta |
| Range | VARTA PowerSports SLI Gardening |
| Application | Motorcycles |
| Technology | Lead-acid |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Capacity | 22 Ah |
| Cold cranking amps (EN) | 340 A |
| Length | 196 mm |
| Width | 132 mm |
| Height | 183 mm |
| Weight | 8.4 kg |
| Polarity | Positive terminal on the right |
| Terminal type | Y14 |
| ETN code | 522451034 |
| JIS code | U1 R-9 |

## Quick description

Varta U1R-9 (ETN 522 451 034, also written 522451034): motorcycle battery with 12 V, 22 Ah and 340 A cold cranking current, measuring 196 × 132 × 183 mm, with the positive terminal on the right. If yours has the positive terminal on the left, you need the Varta U1-9.

## Description

## Who the Varta U1R-9 is for

The Varta U1R-9 is made for motorcycles, scooters and quads. With 22 Ah, the U1R-9 suits motorcycles and scooters that had a battery of that capacity.
At 22 Ah it is a large battery for heavy motorcycles, jet skis and utility quads. The U1R-9 belongs to the Varta VARTA PowerSports SLI Gardening range. [The full range of Varta batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-batteries)

## Part numbers and codes for the Varta U1R-9

Shops, garages and catalogues identify the U1R-9 with these codes:

| Commercial reference | U1R-9 |
|---|---|
| ETN code | 522451034 (also 522 451 034) |
| EAN | 4016987169643 |
| Terminal type | Y14 |
| Also known as | Varta 522451034 · Varta 522 451 034 |
| Not to be confused with | Varta U1-9 (22 Ah, 340 A, positive terminal on the left) |

## Equivalents and alternatives to the Varta U1R-9

We have no other battery with exactly the dimensions and polarity of the U1R-9. Browse the rest of our [motorcycle batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/motorcycle-batteries) to compare close options.

## Varta U1R-9 vs 12N24-3, U1-9 and 525015030: differences

The real differences between the U1R-9 and the closest Varta models:

| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varta U1R-9 (this one) | 22 Ah | 340 A | 196 × 132 × 183 | right | 8.4 kg |
| Varta 12N24-3 | 24 Ah | 200 A | 186 × 125 × 178 | right | 7.52 kg |
| Varta U1-9 | 22 Ah | 340 A | 196 × 132 × 183 | left | 8.4 kg |
| Varta 525015030 | 25 Ah | 300 A | 184 × 124 × 170 | right | 7.96 kg |

- Varta 12N24-3: 2 Ah more, 140 A less cranking power, a different case (186 × 125 × 178 mm).
- If the positive terminal of your battery is on the other side, the one you need is the Varta U1-9 (positive terminal on the left).
- Varta 525015030: 3 Ah more, 40 A less cranking power, a different case (184 × 124 × 170 mm).

## Before ordering the U1R-9, check this

- Measure the space: the U1R-9 takes up 196 × 132 × 183 mm.
- The U1R-9 has the positive terminal on the right: compare it with your current battery.
- Your current battery should say about 22 Ah; a little more is also fine.
- The U1R-9 delivers 340 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states.

## Frequently asked questions about the Varta U1R-9

### U1R-9 or 12N24-3: which one suits me?

Compared with the U1R-9, the Varta 12N24-3 has 2 Ah more and 140 A less cranking power. The U1R-9 cranks harder; the 12N24-3 is only a good option if your original battery says 200 A or less. Mind the space: the 12N24-3 measures 186 × 125 × 178 mm.

### Varta U1R-9 or U1-9: what is the difference?

Only the polarity: the U1R-9 has the positive terminal on the right and the U1-9 the positive terminal on the left. Capacity (22 Ah), cranking power and dimensions are identical. That is why their ETNs only differ in the middle group: 522 451 034 for the U1R-9 and 522 450 034 for the U1-9.

### Is the Varta 522451034 the same battery as the Varta U1R-9?

Yes. 522451034 is the ETN code Varta uses for its U1R-9 battery, so you can search for it by either code.

### How much does the Varta U1R-9 weigh?

8.4 kg, with 22 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Varta 12N24-3 (24 Ah) weighs 7.52 kg.

## Inside the U1R-9: lead-acid technology

Inside, the U1R-9 is classic lead-acid: liquid electrolyte and lead plates. It is a robust, well-known technology with a good capacity-to-price ratio, and still the basis of most cars, trucks and traction equipment.

## More batteries to compare with the U1R-9

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

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