Varta
Varta YTX20CH-BS · Motorcycle battery 12V 18Ah 270A
Reference: BOL-VARTA-518908027 · EAN 4016987169544
The Varta YTX20CH-BS (ETN 518 908 027, also written 518908027) is a motorcycle battery (AGM) with 12 V, 18 Ah and 270 A cold cranking current, measuring 150 × 87 × 161 mm, with the positive terminal on the left.
Varta YTX20CH-BS · Motorcycle battery 12V 18Ah 270A images
- Voltage
- 12V
- Capacity
- 18Ah
- Cold cranking amps (EN)
- 270A
- Technology
- AGM
- Dimensions (L × W × H)
- 150 × 87 × 161 mm
- Polarity
- Positive terminal on the left
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€84.77
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Who the Varta YTX20CH-BS is for
The Varta YTX20CH-BS is a motorcycle starter battery: compact, vibration-resistant and with just the right power to turn the starter motor and feed the electronics. It handles frame vibration and idle periods better than an adapted car battery.
At 18 Ah it goes into large-capacity motorcycles, adventure bikes, customs and quads. Varta lists the YTX20CH-BS in its Powersports AGM line. The full range of Varta batteries
Part numbers and codes for the Varta YTX20CH-BS
Look for any of these YTX20CH-BS codes on your current battery or in the manufacturer's catalogue:
| Commercial reference | YTX20CH-BS |
|---|---|
| ETN code | 518908027 (also 518 908 027) |
| Manufacturer short code | TX20CH-BS |
| EAN | 4016987169544 |
| Base hold-down | B00 |
| Terminal type | Y4 |
| Also known as | Varta 518908027 · Varta 518 908 027 · Varta TX20CH-BS |
| Not to be confused with | Varta YTX20H-BS (18 Ah, 320 A, positive terminal on the right) |
Equivalents and alternatives to the Varta YTX20CH-BS
Other AGM batteries that fit the YTX20CH-BS's tray with the same polarity: an AGM can only be replaced by another AGM.
| Model | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fulbat FTX20A-BS | AGM | 18.9 Ah | 270 A | 150 × 87 × 161 |
| Motobatt MBTX16U | AGM | 19 Ah | 250 A | 151 × 87 × 161 |
Varta YTX20CH-BS vs YTX16-BS-1, TX14H (FA) and YTX16-BS: which one to choose?
How the YTX20CH-BS compares with Varta batteries of similar size and capacity:
| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varta YTX20CH-BS (this one) | 18 Ah | 270 A | 150 × 87 × 161 | left | 5.53 kg |
| Varta YTX16-BS-1 | 14 Ah | 210 A | 150 × 87 × 161 | left | 4.96 kg |
| Varta TX14H (FA) | 16 Ah | 240 A | 150 × 88.5 × 145 | left | 5.4 kg |
| Varta YTX16-BS | 14 Ah | 210 A | 150 × 87 × 161 | left | 4.99 kg |
- Varta YTX16-BS-1: 4 Ah less, 60 A less cranking power, the same dimensions.
- Varta TX14H (FA): 2 Ah less, 30 A less cranking power, a different height (145 mm instead of 161 mm). It is the option if your battery tray cannot take the 161 mm height of the YTX20CH-BS.
- Varta YTX16-BS: 4 Ah less, 60 A less cranking power, the same dimensions.
Check this before ordering the Varta YTX20CH-BS
- Length, width and height of the YTX20CH-BS: 150 × 87 × 161 mm.
- Polarity of the YTX20CH-BS: positive terminal on the left (if yours has it on the other side, the cables will not reach).
- Your current battery should say about 18 Ah; a little more is also fine.
- The YTX20CH-BS delivers 270 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states.
Frequently asked questions about the Varta YTX20CH-BS
YTX20CH-BS or YTX16-BS-1: which one suits me?
Compared with the YTX20CH-BS, the Varta YTX16-BS-1 has 4 Ah less and 60 A less cranking power. The YTX20CH-BS cranks harder; the YTX16-BS-1 is only a good option if your original battery says 210 A or less. Both measure 150 × 87 × 161 mm, so they fit the same tray.
Varta YTX20CH-BS or TX14H (FA): what changes?
Mainly the height: the YTX20CH-BS is 161 mm tall and the Varta TX14H (FA) 145 mm, with the same length and width. In capacity and cranking power, the TX14H (FA) offers 16 Ah and 240 A against 18 Ah and 270 A. Before choosing between the YTX20CH-BS and the TX14H (FA), measure the free height of the battery compartment with the cover or bonnet closed.
Is the Varta 518908027 the same battery as the Varta YTX20CH-BS?
Yes. 518908027 is the ETN code Varta uses for its YTX20CH-BS battery, so you can search for it by either code.
How much does the Varta YTX20CH-BS weigh?
5.53 kg, with 18 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Varta YTX16-BS-1 (14 Ah) weighs 4.96 kg.
Which battery is equivalent to the Varta YTX20CH-BS?
Only other AGM batteries with its dimensions and polarity: Fulbat FTX20A-BS and Motobatt MBTX16U. Neither an EFB nor a conventional battery replaces the YTX20CH-BS.
Which side is the positive terminal on the Varta YTX20CH-BS?
On the YTX20CH-BS, the positive terminal is on the left with the terminals facing you: compare it with your current battery, because with reversed polarity the cables will not reach.
Which charger does the Varta YTX20CH-BS need?
A charger with an AGM mode that limits voltage to about 14.4-14.7 V. Never an old unregulated charger: overcharging dries out an AGM beyond repair.
Inside the YTX20CH-BS: AGM technology
The YTX20CH-BS is AGM: the electrolyte is absorbed in glass fibre mats, so it is sealed and spill-proof. Being sealed, the YTX20CH-BS can be fitted in the boot or under a seat with no risk of spills.
Other options if you are unsure about the YTX20CH-BS
- Other motorcycle batteries
- More Varta models
- Fulbat FTX20A-BS · 18.9 Ah, 270 A, 150×87×161 mm
- Motobatt MBTX16U · 19 Ah, 250 A, 151×87×161 mm
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