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Varta YB3L-A · Motorcycle battery 12V 3Ah 30A

Reference: BOL-VARTA-503012003 · EAN 4016987168868

Varta YB3L-A (ETN 503 012 003, also written 503012003): motorcycle battery with 12 V, 3 Ah and 30 A cold cranking current, measuring 100 × 58 × 112 mm, with the positive terminal on the right.

Voltage
12V
Capacity
3Ah
Cold cranking amps (EN)
30A
Technology
Lead-acid
Dimensions (L × W × H)
100 × 58 × 112 mm
Polarity
Positive terminal on the right
Price: €100.16
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Where the Varta YB3L-A fits

The Varta YB3L-A is made for motorcycles, scooters and quads. It handles frame vibration and idle periods better than an adapted car battery.

At 3 Ah it is a small battery, typical of 50 to 125 cc scooters and light motorcycles. In the Varta catalogue, the YB3L-A belongs to the Powersports Freshpack line. The full range of Varta batteries

Varta YB3L-A codes and part numbers

Shops, garages and catalogues identify the YB3L-A with these codes:

Commercial referenceYB3L-A
ETN code503012003 (also 503 012 003)
Manufacturer short codeB3L-A
EAN4016987168868
Base hold-downB00
Terminal typeY6
Also known asVarta 503012003 · Varta 503 012 003 · Varta B3L-A

Equivalents and alternatives to the Varta YB3L-A

Same dimensions and polarity as the YB3L-A, with similar capacity and cranking power; as a conventional battery, the YB3L-A can also be replaced by an EFB or AGM of the same size if you want more cycles.

ModelTechnologyCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)
Varta YB3L-BLead-acid3 Ah30 A100 × 58 × 112
Fulbat FB3L-BLead-acid3.2 Ah32 A98 × 56 × 110
Fulbat FB3L-ALead-acid3.2 Ah32 A98 × 56 × 110

Varta YB3L-A vs YTX5L-4 (FA) and YTX5L-BS: differences

The real differences between the YB3L-A and the closest Varta models:

ModelCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)PositiveWeight
Varta YB3L-A (this one)3 Ah30 A100 × 58 × 112right1.29 kg
Varta YTX5L-4 (FA)4 Ah75 A113 × 70 × 105right1.8 kg
Varta YTX5L-BS4 Ah80 A114 × 71 × 106right1.83 kg
  • Varta YTX5L-4 (FA): 1 Ah more, 45 A more cranking power, a different case (113 × 70 × 105 mm), AGM technology.
  • Varta YTX5L-BS: 1 Ah more, 50 A more cranking power, a different case (114 × 71 × 106 mm), AGM technology.

What to look at before buying the YB3L-A

  • The YB3L-A delivers 30 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states.
  • With 3 Ah, the YB3L-A replaces an original battery of that capacity or slightly less.
  • The YB3L-A has the positive terminal on the right: compare it with your current battery.
  • Length, width and height of the YB3L-A: 100 × 58 × 112 mm.

Frequently asked questions about the Varta YB3L-A

Varta YB3L-A or YTX5L-4 (FA)?

Compared with the YB3L-A, the Varta YTX5L-4 (FA) has 1 Ah more, 45 A more cranking power and AGM technology. If your current battery says 75 A or more, choose the YTX5L-4 (FA); if it says 30 A or less, the YB3L-A is enough. Mind the space: the YTX5L-4 (FA) measures 113 × 70 × 105 mm.

Is the Varta 503012003 the same battery as the Varta YB3L-A?

Yes. 503012003 is the ETN code Varta uses for its YB3L-A battery, so you can search for it by either code.

How much does the Varta YB3L-A weigh?

The YB3L-A weighs 1.29 kg. For reference, the Varta YTX5L-4 (FA) (4 Ah) weighs 1.8 kg.

Which battery is equivalent to the Varta YB3L-A?

With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Varta YB3L-B, Fulbat FB3L-B and Fulbat FB3L-A. As the YB3L-A is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works.

Which side is the positive terminal on the Varta YB3L-A?

The YB3L-A has the positive terminal on the right, looking at the battery from its long side with the terminals closest to you.

Lead-acid technology in the YB3L-A

Inside, the YB3L-A 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.

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