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Varta YTX20HL-BS · Motorcycle battery 12V 18Ah 320A

Reference: BOL-VARTA-518918032 · EAN 4016987149683

Varta YTX20HL-BS (ETN 518 918 032, also written 518918032): motorcycle battery (AGM) with 12 V, 18 Ah and 320 A cold cranking current, measuring 175 × 87 × 154 mm, with the positive terminal on the right.

Voltage
12V
Capacity
18Ah
Cold cranking amps (EN)
320A
Technology
AGM
Dimensions (L × W × H)
175 × 87 × 154 mm
Polarity
Positive terminal on the right
Price: €81.53
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Where the Varta YTX20HL-BS fits

The Varta YTX20HL-BS is made for motorcycles, scooters and quads. It is worth keeping the YTX20HL-BS on a maintenance charger if the bike is laid up over winter.

At 18 Ah it goes into large-capacity motorcycles, adventure bikes, customs and quads. In the Varta catalogue, the YTX20HL-BS belongs to the Powersports AGM High Performance line. The full range of Varta batteries

Varta YTX20HL-BS codes and part numbers

Shops, garages and catalogues identify the YTX20HL-BS with these codes:

Commercial referenceYTX20HL-BS
ETN code518918032 (also 518 918 032)
Manufacturer short codeTX20HL-BS
EAN4016987149683
Base hold-downB00
Also known asVarta 518918032 · Varta 518 918 032 · Varta TX20HL-BS
Not to be confused withVarta YTX20L-BS (18 Ah, 250 A), Varta YTX24HL-BS (21 Ah, 340 A)

Equivalents and alternatives to the Varta YTX20HL-BS

As the YTX20HL-BS is an AGM battery, we only list other AGM batteries with its dimensions and polarity: neither an EFB nor a conventional battery can replace it.

ModelTechnologyCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)
Motobatt MBTX20UAGM21 Ah310 A175 × 87 × 155
Motobatt MBTX20UHDAGM21 Ah310 A175 × 87 × 155
Varta YTX20H-BSAGM18 Ah320 A175 × 87 × 154
Varta TX20HL (FA)AGM18 Ah310 A176 × 89 × 154

Varta YTX20HL-BS vs YTX20L-4 (FA) and TX20HL (FA)

The real differences between the YTX20HL-BS and the closest Varta models:

ModelCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)PositiveWeight
Varta YTX20HL-BS (this one)18 Ah320 A175 × 87 × 154right6.31 kg
Varta YTX20L-4 (FA)18 Ah270 A175 × 87 × 154right5.93 kg
Varta TX20HL (FA)18 Ah310 A176 × 89 × 154right6.55 kg
  • Varta YTX20L-4 (FA): the same capacity, 50 A less cranking power, the same dimensions.
  • Varta TX20HL (FA): the same capacity, 10 A less cranking power, the same dimensions.

Check this before ordering the Varta YTX20HL-BS

  • Length, width and height of the YTX20HL-BS: 175 × 87 × 154 mm.
  • With the terminals facing you, the positive terminal of the YTX20HL-BS is on the right.
  • With 18 Ah, the YTX20HL-BS replaces an original battery of that capacity or slightly less.
  • The YTX20HL-BS delivers 320 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states.

Frequently asked questions about the Varta YTX20HL-BS

Varta YTX20HL-BS or YTX20L-4 (FA)?

Compared with the YTX20HL-BS, the Varta YTX20L-4 (FA) has 50 A less cranking power. The YTX20HL-BS cranks harder; the YTX20L-4 (FA) is only a good option if your original battery says 270 A or less. Both measure 175 × 87 × 154 mm, so they fit the same tray.

Is the Varta 518918032 the same battery as the Varta YTX20HL-BS?

Yes. 518918032 is the ETN code Varta uses for its YTX20HL-BS battery, so you can search for it by either code.

How much does the Varta YTX20HL-BS weigh?

The YTX20HL-BS weighs 6.31 kg. For reference, the Varta YTX20L-4 (FA) (18 Ah) weighs 5.93 kg.

Which battery is equivalent to the Varta YTX20HL-BS?

Only other AGM batteries with its dimensions and polarity: Motobatt MBTX20U, Motobatt MBTX20UHD and Varta YTX20H-BS. Neither an EFB nor a conventional battery replaces the YTX20HL-BS.

Which side is the positive terminal on the Varta YTX20HL-BS?

The YTX20HL-BS has the positive terminal on the right, looking at the battery from its long side with the terminals closest to you.

Does the Varta YTX20HL-BS come charged and ready to fit?

Sealed AGM and gel batteries leave the factory charged and ready. Conventional ones with a separate acid pack are activated when filled and should be charged before fitting.

Inside the YTX20HL-BS: AGM technology

Inside, the YTX20HL-BS has glass fibre separators (AGM) that hold the electrolyte. It is fitted in cars with advanced Start-Stop and in deep-cycle equipment.

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