How do you activate a Freshpack battery?

Pour the acid from the supplied pack into the battery cells and let it settle for the time stated in the instructions before the first charge; from then on it works as a conventional lead-acid battery.

Is it compatible with my classic motorcycle?

Yes, as long as the code (e.g. YB4L-B or YB14L-A2) matches the one fitted at the factory on your model; check the comparison tool by make, model and year to confirm.

What's the difference from an AGM battery?

Freshpack is a conventional lead-acid battery with accessible cells and separate acid; AGM is sealed, maintenance-free and needs no manual activation, but isn't always compatible with the electrics of older bikes.

Does it need maintenance?

Yes, unlike an AGM: it's worth checking the electrolyte level periodically and keeping it charged if the bike sits unused for long spells.

VARTA POWERSPORTS Freshpack Batteries

VARTA Powersports Freshpack batteries —also listed as SLI Freshpack in Varta's catalogue— are the conventional dry-charged line with a separate acid pack, for classic motorcycles, pre-AGM scooters and trail bikes. They span 4 to 32 Ah, activated manually at first use with the supplied acid pack. Common codes: YB4L-B, YB7-A and YB14L-A2.

It's the right classic motorcycle battery for restorations and pre-2000 models whose electrics are designed for a conventional, non-sealed battery: Vespa, Lambretta, classic Honda CB and vintage cruisers.

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Motorcycle battery Varta 12N5 (506012004) 12V 5Ah 58A

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Motorcycle battery Varta GM7CZ-3D (507101008) 12V 8Ah 110A

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Motorcycle battery Varta 51814 12V 18Ah 100A

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Motorcycle battery Varta 51913 12V 19Ah 100A

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186 × 82 × 171 mm

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Motorcycle battery Varta SY50-N18L-AT (520016020) 12V 20Ah…

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Freshpack: the conventional battery activated at first use

The Freshpack range (also listed as Powersports SLI Freshpack in Varta's international catalogue) is a traditional dry-charged lead-acid battery: it ships without electrolyte, with a separate acid pack the owner adds at first use, activating it there and then. It's the right choice when a bike's electrics are designed for a conventional battery and won't accept a sealed AGM.

Models and application

YB4L-B (4 Ah): classic scooter.
YB7-A (8 Ah): Vespa, Lambretta.
YB14L-A2 (14 Ah): classic Honda CB, Moto Guzzi.
Y60-N24L-A (28 Ah): classic cruiser.

How to choose your Freshpack battery

If you're restoring a classic motorcycle or a pre-AGM scooter and the original manual specifies a conventional battery with an acid pack, Freshpack is the replacement true to the original design. If your bike accepts a sealed, maintenance-free AGM, consider the AGM Powersports range instead. Always check the exact code and dimensions on our motorcycle battery comparison tool before buying.

Frequently asked questions about VARTA Freshpack

How do you activate a Freshpack battery?: Pour the acid from the supplied pack into the battery cells and let it settle for the time stated in the instructions before the first charge; from then on it works as a conventional lead-acid battery.
Is it compatible with my classic motorcycle?: Yes, as long as the code (e.g. YB4L-B or YB14L-A2) matches the one fitted at the factory on your model; check the comparison tool by make, model and year to confirm.
What's the difference from an AGM battery?: Freshpack is a conventional lead-acid battery with accessible cells and separate acid; AGM is sealed, maintenance-free and needs no manual activation, but isn't always compatible with the electrics of older bikes.
Does it need maintenance?: Yes, unlike an AGM: it's worth checking the electrolyte level periodically and keeping it charged if the bike sits unused for long spells.

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