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Varta YTX24HL-BS · Motorcycle battery 12V 21Ah 340A

Reference: BOL-VARTA-521908034 · EAN 4016987149768

Varta YTX24HL-BS (ETN 521 908 034, also written 521908034): motorcycle battery (AGM) with 12 V, 21 Ah and 340 A cold cranking current, measuring 205 × 90 × 164 mm, with the positive terminal on the right.

Voltage
12V
Capacity
21Ah
Cold cranking amps (EN)
340A
Technology
AGM
Dimensions (L × W × H)
205 × 90 × 164 mm
Polarity
Positive terminal on the right
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Who the Varta YTX24HL-BS is for

The Varta YTX24HL-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 is worth keeping the YTX24HL-BS on a maintenance charger if the bike is laid up over winter.

At 21 Ah it is a large battery for heavy motorcycles, jet skis and utility quads. Varta lists the YTX24HL-BS in its Powersports AGM High Performance line. The full range of Varta batteries

Part numbers and codes for the Varta YTX24HL-BS

The YTX24HL-BS is listed under these codes on labels, in garages and in catalogues:

Commercial referenceYTX24HL-BS
ETN code521908034 (also 521 908 034)
Manufacturer short codeTX24HL-BS
EAN4016987149768
Base hold-downB00
Also known asVarta 521908034 · Varta 521 908 034 · Varta TX24HL-BS
Not to be confused withVarta YTX20HL-BS (18 Ah, 320 A)

Equivalents and alternatives to the Varta YTX24HL-BS

Other AGM batteries that fit the YTX24HL-BS's tray with the same polarity: an AGM can only be replaced by another AGM.

ModelTechnologyCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)
Exide AGM12-23AGM21 Ah350 A205 × 90 × 165
Exide ETX24HL-BSAGM21 Ah350 A205 × 90 × 165
Fulbat FTX24HL-BSAGM22.1 Ah350 A205 × 87 × 162
Varta TX24HL (FA)AGM21 Ah330 A205 × 87 × 162

Varta YTX24HL-BS vs TX24HL (FA) and T19BL (FA)

The real differences between the YTX24HL-BS and the closest Varta models:

ModelCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)PositiveWeight
Varta YTX24HL-BS (this one)21 Ah340 A205 × 90 × 164right7.7 kg
Varta TX24HL (FA)21 Ah330 A205 × 87 × 162right7 kg
Varta T19BL (FA)18 Ah220 A186 × 82 × 171right5.55 kg
  • Varta TX24HL (FA): the same capacity, 10 A less cranking power, a different case (205 × 87 × 162 mm).
  • Varta T19BL (FA): 3 Ah less, 120 A less cranking power, a different case (186 × 82 × 171 mm).

Before ordering the YTX24HL-BS, check this

  • Check the EN amps on your battery: if it says 340 A or less, the YTX24HL-BS covers your engine.
  • Capacity of the YTX24HL-BS: 21 Ah; the same as your current battery or slightly more is fine.
  • The YTX24HL-BS has the positive terminal on the right: compare it with your current battery.
  • The YTX24HL-BS needs 205 × 90 × 164 mm of space: measure it with the hold-down clamp in place.

Frequently asked questions about the Varta YTX24HL-BS

YTX24HL-BS or TX24HL (FA): which one suits me?

Compared with the YTX24HL-BS, the Varta TX24HL (FA) has 10 A less cranking power. The YTX24HL-BS cranks harder; the TX24HL (FA) is only a good option if your original battery says 330 A or less. Mind the space: the TX24HL (FA) measures 205 × 87 × 162 mm.

Is the Varta 521908034 the same battery as the Varta YTX24HL-BS?

Yes. 521908034 is the ETN code Varta uses for its YTX24HL-BS battery, so you can search for it by either code.

How much does the Varta YTX24HL-BS weigh?

7.7 kg, with 21 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Varta TX24HL (FA) (21 Ah) weighs 7 kg.

Which battery is equivalent to the Varta YTX24HL-BS?

Only other AGM batteries with its dimensions and polarity: Exide AGM12-23, Exide ETX24HL-BS and Fulbat FTX24HL-BS. Neither an EFB nor a conventional battery replaces the YTX24HL-BS.

Which side is the positive terminal on the Varta YTX24HL-BS?

On the YTX24HL-BS, the positive terminal is on the right with the terminals facing you: compare it with your current battery, because with reversed polarity the cables will not reach.

How do I stop the motorcycle battery going flat in winter?

Connect it to a maintenance charger or disconnect it if the bike will sit for more than a month. A flat motorcycle battery sulphates in a few weeks.

What it means that the YTX24HL-BS is AGM

The YTX24HL-BS is AGM: the electrolyte is absorbed in glass fibre mats, so it is sealed and spill-proof. It withstands many more cycles than a conventional lead battery, at the cost of being more sensitive to overcharging.

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