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Varta Y50-N18L-A · Motorcycle battery 12V 20Ah 260A

Reference: BOL-VARTA-520012026 · EAN 4016987169599

The Varta Y50-N18L-A (ETN 520 012 026, also written 520012026) is a motorcycle battery with 12 V, 20 Ah and 260 A cold cranking current, measuring 207 × 92 × 164 mm, with the positive terminal on the right.

Voltage
12V
Capacity
20Ah
Cold cranking amps (EN)
260A
Technology
Lead-acid
Dimensions (L × W × H)
207 × 92 × 164 mm
Polarity
Positive terminal on the right
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The Varta Y50-N18L-A at a glance

The Varta Y50-N18L-A is a motorcycle starter battery: compact, vibration-resistant and with just the right power to turn the starter motor and feed the electronics. It is worth keeping the Y50-N18L-A on a maintenance charger if the bike is laid up over winter.

At 20 Ah it goes into large-capacity motorcycles, adventure bikes, customs and quads. Varta lists the Y50-N18L-A in its Powersports SLI Freshpack line. More Varta batteries

Varta Y50-N18L-A codes and part numbers

The Y50-N18L-A is listed under these codes on labels, in garages and in catalogues:

Commercial referenceY50-N18L-A
ETN code520012026 (also 520 012 026)
Manufacturer short code50-N18L-A/50-N18L-A2
EAN4016987169599
Base hold-downB00
Terminal typeY7
Also known asVarta 520012026 · Varta 520 012 026 · Varta 50-N18L-A · Varta 50-N18L-A2

Equivalents and alternatives to the Varta Y50-N18L-A

Same dimensions and polarity as the Y50-N18L-A, with similar capacity and cranking power; as a conventional battery, the Y50-N18L-A can also be replaced by an EFB or AGM of the same size if you want more cycles.

ModelTechnologyCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)
Exide E50-N18L-ALead-acid20 Ah260 A205 × 90 × 165
Exide E50-N18L-A3Lead-acid20 Ah260 A205 × 90 × 165
Fulbat F50-N18L-A / 12N18-3ALead-acid21.1 Ah260 A205 × 90 × 162
Fulbat F50-N18L-A3Lead-acid21.1 Ah260 A205 × 90 × 162
Varta SY50-N18L-ATLead-acid20 Ah260 A205 × 90 × 162

Varta Y50-N18L-A vs YTX24HL-BS and TX24HL (FA)

Torn between the Y50-N18L-A and another similar Varta? This is what changes:

ModelCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)PositiveWeight
Varta Y50-N18L-A (this one)20 Ah260 A207 × 92 × 164right6.58 kg
Varta YTX24HL-BS21 Ah340 A205 × 90 × 164right7.7 kg
Varta TX24HL (FA)21 Ah330 A205 × 87 × 162right7 kg
  • Varta YTX24HL-BS: 1 Ah more, 80 A more cranking power, the same dimensions, AGM technology.
  • Varta TX24HL (FA): 1 Ah more, 70 A more cranking power, a different case (205 × 87 × 162 mm), AGM technology.

Before ordering the Y50-N18L-A, check this

  • Cold cranking: 260 A (EN), equal to or higher than the original.
  • With 20 Ah, the Y50-N18L-A replaces an original battery of that capacity or slightly less.
  • With the terminals facing you, the positive terminal of the Y50-N18L-A is on the right.
  • Measure the space: the Y50-N18L-A takes up 207 × 92 × 164 mm.

Frequently asked questions about the Varta Y50-N18L-A

Varta Y50-N18L-A or YTX24HL-BS?

Compared with the Y50-N18L-A, the Varta YTX24HL-BS has 1 Ah more, 80 A more cranking power and AGM technology. If your current battery says 340 A or more, choose the YTX24HL-BS; if it says 260 A or less, the Y50-N18L-A is enough. Both measure 207 × 92 × 164 mm, so they fit the same tray.

Is the Varta 520012026 the same battery as the Varta Y50-N18L-A?

Yes. 520012026 is the ETN code Varta uses for its Y50-N18L-A battery, so you can search for it by either code.

How much does the Varta Y50-N18L-A weigh?

The Y50-N18L-A weighs 6.58 kg. For reference, the Varta YTX24HL-BS (21 Ah) weighs 7.7 kg.

Which battery is equivalent to the Varta Y50-N18L-A?

With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Exide E50-N18L-A, Exide E50-N18L-A3 and Fulbat F50-N18L-A / 12N18-3A. As the Y50-N18L-A is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works.

Which side is the positive terminal on the Varta Y50-N18L-A?

The Y50-N18L-A has the positive terminal on the right, looking at the battery from its long side with the terminals closest to you.

Inside the Y50-N18L-A: lead-acid technology

The Y50-N18L-A is a conventional lead-acid battery, with plates immersed in liquid electrolyte. Avoid leaving them discharged, as they sulphate, and charge them with a charger that cuts off or switches to maintenance when finished.

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