Varta YB14-A2 · Motorcycle battery (514012014) 12V 14Ah 190A

Varta YB14-A2 Powersports SLI Freshpack 14Ah 190A 12V Motorcycle Battery

The Varta YB14-A2 motorcycle battery (reference 514012014) is the 12 V, 14 Ah model with 190 A of cold cranking power (EN) from Varta's Powersports SLI Freshpack range, designed for motorcycles, scooters, quads and personal watercraft. It replaces the original battery in motorcycles with the 136 × 91 × 166 mm format without any modifications: the same 14 Ah capacity and the same terminal layout (positive on the left).

• Construction built to withstand the vibration typical of two-wheelers.
• Direct replacement for the original motorbike, scooter or quad battery.
• High cranking peak in a compact, lightweight format.
• Performs well in the cold and after periods of inactivity.

Vehicles that take the Varta YB14-A2 battery

According to our database, the Varta YB14-A2 is fitted to more than 16 vehicles from makes such as Honda, Bimota, Arctic Cat, Suzuki and Polaris, among others. It is a go-to choice when you need a battery for a Honda, a Bimota or other models that take this same format. Not sure whether it is the right one for your bike? Check in seconds by entering your registration in our finder.

Format and fitting of the Varta YB14-A2

In terms of format, the Varta YB14-A2 measures 136 × 91 × 166 mm (length × width × height) and weighs 5,14 kg. The positive terminal on the left determines which side the cables end up on: it is the detail behind most mistaken purchases, so it is worth checking before ordering. Before replacing it, measure the space your current battery sits in: if it matches on all three dimensions and on the terminal layout, the swap is direct and needs no adapters.

The Varta YB14-A2 and the Powersports SLI Freshpack range

The Powersports SLI Freshpack range brings together Varta's conventional motorcycle batteries, supplied dry with the acid packed separately (freshpack) so they are activated on installation, guaranteeing maximum freshness.

They deliver powerful starting and good vibration resistance for classic motorbikes, scooters and quads: the direct replacement for traditional lead-acid motorcycle batteries.

Unlike a car battery, what matters here is power density in a minimal size and resistance to vibration. It is the direct substitute for the original motorcycle battery, with the advantage of reliable starting even in the cold and after periods of inactivity.

Why choose a Varta battery

Varta is an original equipment (OEM) supplier to a good share of Europe's car manufacturers: many cars leave the factory with a Varta fitted. Buying a replacement means, in most cases, refitting the original battery with the same quality and the brand's official warranty.

Varta batteries are made under the Clarios group with German technology and quality controls that make them one of the best-selling choices in Europe. As a lead battery, it is 100% recyclable through any collection point.

Varta is Europe's leading manufacturer of starter batteries: its production volume and its quality controls guarantee consistent reliability batch after batch, something own-brand makes cannot always promise.

Manufacturer's warranty

The Varta YB14-A2 battery comes with the official manufacturer warranty.

Care and maintenance

If the bike goes unused for long spells, a trickle charger greatly extends the battery's life and prevents sulphation. Storing it somewhere dry and checking the terminals at the start of each season helps it start first time. Motorcycle batteries suffer in the cold and when left idle: in winter, a maintenance charger stops the battery from discharging completely. With this care, it will typically deliver well over several years of service.