i just saw a goldwing trike with a lawn mower battery mounted in the trunk. good idea or not?
i just saw a goldwing trike with a lawn mower battery mounted in the trunk. good idea or not?
Makes no sense to me. If the OEM battery is weak - change it out for a new one. Simple as that.
The electrical system on a Goldwing (even a GL1500) should be more than strong enough to run every accessory known to man. Maybe the owner is running a short wave transmitter off his bike???
Jerry "Gold Rush" (aka: "SPOOK") San Angelo, TX
2015 GL1800/Roadsmith HTS1800
TOI - IBA #23804 (SS1K & BB1.5K)
I'm like an old race horse..... I can still run the race -- Just ache more at the finish line and need more rest between outings.
the battery was power supply for the trike.
Light parade setup? Extra juice for camping trailer? Extra weight since co-rider went on diet?
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why, is a fair question. i did not have time to ask many questions. we were admiring his beautiful wing. i wish i had asked more questions.
Might be a nice upgrade. More capacity and heck of a lot cheaper, if you can afford to loose that space in the trunk.
Brother Mike
that was what i was thinking. lot cheaper maybe more reserve.
I had done some research a while back for the Freewheeler & this was the best warrantied battery I could find. It's on my list for when my OEM battery passes away.
I thought it might help. Here is a link:
https://www.bigtimebattery.com/store/index.html
Check out their Red Banshee battery. It has the best warranty I have ever seen on a motorcycle battery.
Also, if you check Walmart's website, they carry them for a lower price.
2017 Harley Davidson Freewheeler (107 cu.in. vivid black).
Interesting info, thank you... just sent away for more info with the batteries
Ronnie
That is only a 310CCA battery. I think your OEM is 320CCA. 4 year warranty is great but a warranty doesn't help you when you are 50 miles from home on a Sunday afternoon, it only makes your pocket feel better on Monday.
Jim Murphy
EX-Lehman & Champion Dealer Owner Operator
Iron Butt Rider 2001
WHEN HELP IS OFFERED, A SIMPLE "THANK YOU" IS APPRECIATED.
Not sure what battery your referring to. The Banshee battery for the Freewheeler is a size 30L & it's rated at 385 CCA.
Not sure what your point is with the warranty time, but most batteries have a 6 month warranty. I'll go with the 4 year one for the same price.
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2017 Harley Davidson Freewheeler (107 cu.in. vivid black).
Jerry "Gold Rush" (aka: "SPOOK") San Angelo, TX
2015 GL1800/Roadsmith HTS1800
TOI - IBA #23804 (SS1K & BB1.5K)
I'm like an old race horse..... I can still run the race -- Just ache more at the finish line and need more rest between outings.
I'm talking about the red Banshee & it's 385cca
Banshee 30L-BS Battery 12V 30AH - 385CCAL = 6.61 x W = 5.00 H = 6.85Terminals as pictured (Positive - R, Negative - L)
I believe that's a typo under the HD specific battery. I was not even looking at that 1.
2017 Harley Davidson Freewheeler (107 cu.in. vivid black).
Jerry "Gold Rush" (aka: "SPOOK") San Angelo, TX
2015 GL1800/Roadsmith HTS1800
TOI - IBA #23804 (SS1K & BB1.5K)
I'm like an old race horse..... I can still run the race -- Just ache more at the finish line and need more rest between outings.
You posted this on the Honda Forum......confusion
Don't get me wrong here .... you have plenty of time to make a decision. I just have difficulty getting a battery on-line period. The warranty may justify the purchase in a apples-to-apples situation, but in reality you are relying on the integrity of some guy with a Chinese product and a keyboard for a warranty.
Apples-to-Oranges .....
If you could put a GL1800 engine in your Harley and get a 100,000 mile warranty and it was also cheaper, WOULD YOU ???
Jim Murphy
EX-Lehman & Champion Dealer Owner Operator
Iron Butt Rider 2001
WHEN HELP IS OFFERED, A SIMPLE "THANK YOU" IS APPRECIATED.
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Lotta over thinking going on Is it just me or is it that Trikes attract over thinkers
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