Varta YB14A-A2 · Motorcycle battery (514401019) 12V 14Ah 190A

Varta YB14A-A2 Powersports SLI Freshpack 14Ah 190A 12V Motorcycle Battery

The Varta YB14A-A2 motorcycle battery (reference 514401019) 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. With dimensions of 135 × 90 × 177 mm and the positive terminal on the left, it is the direct replacement for motorcycles fitted from the factory with a 14 Ah battery in this format.

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

Vehicles that take the Varta YB14A-A2 battery

According to our database, the Varta YB14A-A2 is fitted to more than 23 vehicles from makes such as Kawasaki, Polaris, Yamaha, Suzuki, Bombardier and Arctic Cat, among others. It is a go-to choice when you need a battery for a Kawasaki, a Polaris 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 YB14A-A2

The Varta YB14A-A2 is made in the 135 × 90 × 177 mm format and weighs 5,09 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 YB14A-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.

On two wheels, vibration and extreme temperatures take a heavy toll on the battery. This range reinforces the internal plate mounting and seals the unit to withstand that use, delivering the instant burst of cranking power a motorbike or quad engine needs after weeks standing idle.

Why choose a Varta battery

Choosing Varta means sticking with the reference the vehicle manufacturer itself approved in the first place. Against own-brand batteries, the difference is not the purchase price but how many winters the battery lasts before leaving you stranded.

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's production combines automated lines with verification of more than 100 parameters per unit; that traceability is what underpins its reputation for reliable starting throughout the battery's life.

Manufacturer's warranty

The Varta YB14A-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.