Varta
Varta YB12AL-A2 · Motorcycle battery 12V 12Ah 160A
Reference: BOL-VARTA-512013016 · EAN 4016987169315
The Varta YB12AL-A2 (ETN 512 013 016, also written 512013016) is a motorcycle battery with 12 V, 12 Ah and 160 A cold cranking current, measuring 136 × 82 × 161 mm, with the positive terminal on the right. With the positive terminal on the left, the exact counterpart is the Varta YB12A-A.
Varta YB12AL-A2 · Motorcycle battery 12V 12Ah 160A images
- Voltage
- 12V
- Capacity
- 12Ah
- Cold cranking amps (EN)
- 160A
- Technology
- Lead-acid
- Dimensions (L × W × H)
- 136 × 82 × 161 mm
- Polarity
- Positive terminal on the right
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The Varta YB12AL-A2 at a glance
The Varta YB12AL-A2 is made for motorcycles, scooters and quads. It is worth keeping the YB12AL-A2 on a maintenance charger if the bike is laid up over winter.
At 12 Ah it covers mid-capacity motorcycles, large scooters and light quads. In the Varta catalogue, the YB12AL-A2 belongs to the Powersports SLI Freshpack line. The full range of Varta batteries
Varta YB12AL-A2 codes and part numbers
This is how the Varta YB12AL-A2 appears on the label and in parts catalogues:
| Commercial reference | YB12AL-A2 |
|---|---|
| ETN code | 512013016 (also 512 013 016) |
| Manufacturer short code | B12AL-A/B12AL-A2 |
| EAN | 4016987169315 |
| Base hold-down | B00 |
| Terminal type | Y6 |
| Also known as | Varta 512013016 · Varta 512 013 016 · Varta B12AL-A · Varta B12AL-A2 |
| Not to be confused with | Varta YB16AL-A2 (16 Ah, 180 A) |
Equivalents and alternatives to the Varta YB12AL-A2
Same dimensions and polarity as the YB12AL-A2, with similar capacity and cranking power; as a conventional battery, the YB12AL-A2 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 EB12AL-A | Lead-acid | 12 Ah | 165 A | 135 × 80 × 160 |
| Exide EB12AL-A2 | Lead-acid | 12 Ah | 165 A | 135 × 80 × 160 |
| Fulbat FB12AL-A/A2 | Lead-acid | 12.6 Ah | 155 A | 134 × 80 × 160 |
| Motobatt MB12U | AGM | 15 Ah | 160 A | 135 × 80 × 161 |
Varta YB12AL-A2 vs B12AL (FA), YB12A-A and YTX14AH-BS
How the YB12AL-A2 compares with Varta batteries of similar size and capacity:
| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varta YB12AL-A2 (this one) | 12 Ah | 160 A | 136 × 82 × 161 | right | 4.18 kg |
| Varta B12AL (FA) | 12 Ah | 125 A | 134 × 81 × 160 | right | 3.88 kg |
| Varta YB12A-A | 12 Ah | 160 A | 136 × 82 × 161 | left | 4.18 kg |
| Varta YTX14AH-BS | 12 Ah | 210 A | 134 × 89 × 166 | right | 5.02 kg |
- Varta B12AL (FA): the same capacity, 35 A less cranking power, the same dimensions, AGM technology.
- If the positive terminal of your battery is on the other side, the one you need is the Varta YB12A-A (positive terminal on the left).
- Varta YTX14AH-BS: the same capacity, 50 A more cranking power, a different case (134 × 89 × 166 mm), AGM technology.
What to look at before buying the YB12AL-A2
- The YB12AL-A2 delivers 160 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states.
- Your current battery should say about 12 Ah; a little more is also fine.
- Polarity of the YB12AL-A2: positive terminal on the right (if yours has it on the other side, the cables will not reach).
- Length, width and height of the YB12AL-A2: 136 × 82 × 161 mm.
Frequently asked questions about the Varta YB12AL-A2
Varta YB12AL-A2 or B12AL (FA)?
Compared with the YB12AL-A2, the Varta B12AL (FA) has 35 A less cranking power and AGM technology. The YB12AL-A2 cranks harder; the B12AL (FA) is only a good option if your original battery says 125 A or less. Both measure 136 × 82 × 161 mm, so they fit the same tray.
What is the difference between the Varta YB12AL-A2 and the YB12A-A?
They are the same battery with the terminals swapped: positive terminal on the right on the YB12AL-A2, positive terminal on the left on the YB12A-A. Look at your current battery with the terminals facing you and pick the one that matches. That is why their ETNs only differ in the middle group: 512 013 016 for the YB12AL-A2 and 512 011 016 for the YB12A-A.
Is the Varta 512013016 the same battery as the Varta YB12AL-A2?
Yes. 512013016 is the ETN code Varta uses for its YB12AL-A2 battery, so you can search for it by either code.
How much does the Varta YB12AL-A2 weigh?
The YB12AL-A2 weighs 4.18 kg. For reference, the Varta B12AL (FA) (12 Ah) weighs 3.88 kg.
Which battery is equivalent to the Varta YB12AL-A2?
With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Exide EB12AL-A, Exide EB12AL-A2 and Fulbat FB12AL-A/A2. As the YB12AL-A2 is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works.
Inside the YB12AL-A2: lead-acid technology
Inside, the YB12AL-A2 is classic lead-acid: liquid electrolyte and lead plates. If the YB12AL-A2 is left discharged for weeks it sulphates: a maintenance charger prevents this.
Other options if you are unsure about the YB12AL-A2
- More motorcycle batteries
- The whole Varta range
- Exide EB12AL-A · 12 Ah, 165 A, 135×80×160 mm
- Exide EB12AL-A2 · 12 Ah, 165 A, 135×80×160 mm
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