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

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> Varta Y50-N18L-A (ETN 520012026): 20 Ah motorcycle battery, 260 A (EN), 207×92×164 mm, positive terminal on the right.

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- **Canonical URL**: https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-y50-n18l-a-520012026
- **Language**: en
- **Brand**: Varta
- **Reference**: BOL-VARTA-520012026
- **EAN**: 4016987169599
- **MPN**: 520012026
- **Price**: 146,71 € (VAT incl., Spain)
- **Last updated**: 2026-11-09

## Technical specifications

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Varta |
| Range | VARTA PowerSports SLI Freshpack |
| Application | Motorcycles |
| Technology | Lead-acid |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Capacity | 20 Ah |
| Cold cranking amps (EN) | 260 A |
| Length | 207 mm |
| Width | 92 mm |
| Height | 164 mm |
| Weight | 6.58 kg |
| Polarity | Positive terminal on the right |
| Terminal type | Y7 |
| ETN code | 520012026 |
| JIS code | Y50-N18 L-A Y50N18 L-A2 |

## Quick description

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.

## Description

## 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](https://bateriasonline.es/en/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 reference | Y50-N18L-A |
|---|---|
| ETN code | 520012026 (also 520 012 026) |
| Manufacturer short code | 50-N18L-A/50-N18L-A2 |
| EAN | 4016987169599 |
| Base hold-down | B00 |
| Terminal type | Y7 |
| Also known as | Varta 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.

| Model | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exide E50-N18L-A | Lead-acid | 20 Ah | 260 A | 205 × 90 × 165 |
| Exide E50-N18L-A3 | Lead-acid | 20 Ah | 260 A | 205 × 90 × 165 |
| Fulbat F50-N18L-A / 12N18-3A | Lead-acid | 21.1 Ah | 260 A | 205 × 90 × 162 |
| Fulbat F50-N18L-A3 | Lead-acid | 21.1 Ah | 260 A | 205 × 90 × 162 |
| Varta SY50-N18L-AT | Lead-acid | 20 Ah | 260 A | 205 × 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:

| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varta Y50-N18L-A (this one) | 20 Ah | 260 A | 207 × 92 × 164 | right | 6.58 kg |
| Varta YTX24HL-BS | 21 Ah | 340 A | 205 × 90 × 164 | right | 7.7 kg |
| Varta TX24HL (FA) | 21 Ah | 330 A | 205 × 87 × 162 | right | 7 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.

## Other options if you are unsure about the Y50-N18L-A

- [Other motorcycle batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/motorcycle-batteries)
- [The whole Varta range](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-batteries)
- [Exide E50-N18L-A](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-e50-n18l-a) · 20 Ah, 260 A, 205×90×165 mm
- [Exide E50-N18L-A3](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-e50-n18l-a3) · 20 Ah, 260 A, 205×90×165 mm

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