# Motorcycle battery Exide GEL12-16 12V 16Ah 100A GEL ![Motorcycle battery Exide GEL12-16 12V 16Ah 100A GEL](https://baterias.com/1904-home_default/battery-exide-gel12-16-12v-16ah-100a.jpg) > Exide GEL12-16 motorcycle battery 12V 16Ah 100A GEL. MOTO GEL 12V range. Dimensions 180×75×165 mm, + terminal on the right. Verified OEM fitment. **Category:** [Motorcycle Batteries](https://baterias.com/gb/motorcycle-batteries) → [EXIDE](https://baterias.com/gb/exide) - **Canonical URL**: https://baterias.com/gb/battery-exide-gel12-16-12v-16ah-100a - **Language**: en-GB - **Brand**: EXIDE - **Reference**: BCOM-EXIDE-GEL12-16 - **EAN**: 3661024034067 - **MPN**: GEL12-16 - **Price**: 126,10 € - **Stock**: Out of stock ## Technical specifications | Feature | Value | |---|---| | Brand | EXIDE | | Reference | GEL12-16 | | Model | EXIDE MOTO GEL 12 V | | Voltage (V) | 12 V | | Largo | 180 cm | | Ancho | 75 cm | | Alto | 165 cm | | Peso | 6.5 kg | | Tecnología | GEL | | EAN | 3661024034067 | | Terminal layout | Positive terminal on the right | | Terminal type | M11 | | Hold down | B0 | | Cold cranking amps (EN) | 100 A | | Capacity (C20) | 16 Ah (c20) | ## Quick description **Exide GEL12-16 12V 16Ah 100A** is a sealed motorcycle battery ready to fit, with the JIS reference your mechanic recognises at a glance. Vibration-resistant, keeps voltage during the winter off-season and cranks first time when you take it out for a ride. ## Why this motorcycle battery? - **Same JIS reference** as your bike's original — fits first time - **Sealed and ready to use** no acid handling, no refills - **Survives winter storage** holds charge through long off-season 🏍️ JIS code GEL12-16 🔌 Voltage 12 V ⚡ Capacity 16 Ah C20 🔋 Cold cranking 100 A EN-1 📏 Dimensions 180×75×165 mm ⚙️ Technology GEL 🧭 Polarity Positive on the right ⚖️ Weight 6,5 kg 🏷️ Model EXIDE MOTO GEL 12V #️⃣ Mfr. reference GEL12-16 ## Description ## Motorcycle battery Exide GEL12-16 Moto GEL 16Ah 100A 12V 12*V* Voltage 16*Ah* Capacity 100*A* Cold cranking 6.50*kg* Weight The **Exide GEL12-16 motorcycle battery** is rated at **12 V**, **16 Ah** and **100 A** of cold cranking current (EN) from the **Moto GEL** range, and is designed for motorcycles, scooters, quads and personal watercraft. It measures 180 × 75 × 165 mm and the positive terminal on the right, the format sought by anyone replacing a 16 Ah battery in motorcycles. - Same JIS code as the original battery: fits first time. - GEL technology: gelled electrolyte, fully sealed and maintenance-free. - Energetic cranking for high-compression engines. - Resistant to the vibration typical of two wheels. ### What the Exide GEL12-16 is for With 16 Ah, the Exide GEL12-16 covers the starting of motorcycles, scooters, quads and personal watercraft. The JIS code on your current battery label is the safest way to confirm equivalence. Check that it matches your current battery in dimensions, terminals and hold-down: this reference has a weight of 6.50 kg, M11 terminals and B0 hold-down. ### The Exide GEL12-16: Moto GEL range and GEL technology Within the Exide catalogue, the **Moto GEL** series groups the references designed for this use. The GEL12-16 is the 16 Ah model of that family, with the same performance as its siblings in other sizes. In a GEL battery the electrolyte is gelled with silica: it is fully sealed, cannot spill and tolerates deep discharge very well. It is the preferred technology in electric mobility, marine service and heavy-cycling applications. ### Will it fit your current battery tray? The Exide GEL12-16 is made in the 180 × 75 × 165 mm format and weighs 6.50 kg. The positive terminal on the right decides which side the cables end up on: it is the detail that causes most buying mistakes, so check it before ordering. It uses a B0 hold-down and M11 terminals, the system that anchors and connects it in the vehicle. Checking the three dimensions and the terminal position before buying avoids the most common mistake when replacing a battery. ### Exide: the maker behind the GEL12-16 Exide is one of the world's largest battery manufacturers and an original-equipment supplier to many car makers. Its European plants produce starter, industrial and leisure batteries under original-equipment quality controls. We guarantee that every Exide arrives new, charged and with the manufacturer's full warranty. ### How to make it last longer GEL batteries need lower charging voltages: always use a charger with a GEL mode so as not to damage the electrolyte. Avoid repeated cranking attempts on a cold bike for long: if it does not start on the third try, let the battery rest for a minute. ### Official warranty The Exide GEL12-16 comes with the **manufacturer's official warranty**. The warranty does not cover discharge through prolonged inactivity: if the bike stands for months, use a trickle charger. ### When you get it and how to return it Order **before 6:00 pm** with stock available and it leaves today: mainland Spain and Portugal receive it in 24-48 working hours, the islands and the rest of the EU in 3 to 5 days. You have **14 days** to return it if it has not been installed, with free collection on the mainland, and shipment tracking by email. ## Frequently asked questions ### Is the Exide GEL12-16 a GEL battery? What is GEL used for? Yes, this model is a GEL battery: sealed lead-acid where the electrolyte is in gel form. It tolerates deep discharges very well and is ideal for cyclic use (solar, motorhomes, electric wheelchairs, motorcycles). Requires a GEL-specific smart charger — max charge voltage ~14.1 V (vs 14.4-14.7 V for AGM). Lifespan 6-10 years. ### How is the Exide GEL12-16 battery installed in the vehicle? In most motorcycles it fits in 15-30 minutes with a 10 mm wrench; if the battery is under the seat or in the boot the time can double. See the step-by-step guide on our blog. Quick summary: 1) switch off the engine and remove the key; 2) locate the original battery (engine bay, boot or under seat); 3) disconnect the negative (−) terminal first, then the positive (+); 4) loosen the hold-down clamp and remove the old battery; 5) fit the new one in the same orientation — with positive on the right match the polarity shown on the product sheet; 6) connect the positive (+) first, then the negative (−). On motorcycles with Start-Stop or BMS, register the battery via OBD so the alternator applies the correct charging profile. ### How long does the Exide GEL12-16 battery last? Expected lifespan of the Exide GEL12-16 is 6 to 10 years in cyclic use (marine, caravan, solar) with controlled discharges. In cold regions it drops slightly due to cold-start stress; in very hot regions it also drops because of electrolyte evaporation. To extend its life: avoid deep discharges (headlights on with engine off), have the alternator checked yearly, and keep the battery clean and properly secured. ### What are the dimensions of the Exide GEL12-16 battery? Dimensions (length × width × height) are 180×75×165 mm — also written as 180x75x165 mm — following the European DIN standard. Always measure the space in your motorcycle before buying: even one extra millimetre can prevent the hold-down clamp from closing. The height shown includes the terminals. ### On which side is the positive of the GEL12-16 model? Polarity: positive on the right. To identify it, place the battery in front of you with the terminals facing you and check which side the positive (+, marked with a red ring) is on. Before buying, verify the polarity matches your current battery: switching polarity forces longer cables or system reconfiguration, with short-circuit risk. ### Will the Exide GEL12-16 battery fit my motorcycle? Three options to confirm: 1) enter your number plate in the finder (DGT/DVLA/KBA auto-detect your model and engine); 2) check the "Compatible vehicles" tab on this page, where we list every vehicle verified by our technical team; 3) if you cannot find your model, message us on WhatsApp with brand, model, engine and year — we reply during business hours (Mon–Fri 10:00–13:30 and 16:40–18:00 (Spanish time, CET)). The GEL12-16 typically fits a wide range of European vehicles thanks to its standard DIN case format. ### Which batteries are equivalent to the Exide GEL12-16? Directly interchangeable batteries (same dimensions, same polarity, same Ah and CCA) are the OEM equivalents from leading brands: Bosch, Tudor, Exide and, depending on the model, Banner or Yuasa. Exact equivalence depends on technology — an EFB cannot be replaced with a conventional battery in Start-Stop motorcycles. See the "Equivalents" section to view recommended options at the same performance level. ## Technical team (editorial authorship) The FAQs, guides and comparisons on this site are reviewed by the baterias.com technical team — automotive battery specialists since 2012. → https://baterias.com/gb/technical-team --- *baterias.com — Automotive batteries · 2026-10-26*