# VARTA POWERSPORTS Freshpack Batteries

> VARTA Freshpack (SLI Freshpack) conventional with separate acid pack. Classic motorcycle, Vespa, pre-AGM scooter. YB4L-B, YB7-A, YB14L-A2. 24h delivery.

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## Description

**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.

## 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](/gb/comparator) 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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## Technical team (editorial authorship)

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