Varta U1R-9 · Motorcycle battery (522451034) 12V 22Ah 340A

Varta U1R-9 Powersports 22Ah 340A 12V Motorcycle Battery

The Varta U1R-9 motorcycle battery (reference 522451034) is the 12 V, 22 Ah and 340 A cold cranking (EN) model from Varta's Powersports range, designed for motorcycles, scooters, quads and personal watercraft. Its 196 × 132 × 183 mm dimensions and positive terminal on the right make it the exact replacement for the 22 Ah battery fitted as standard in many motorcycles.

In short: the Varta U1R-9 (22 Ah, 340 A, 196 × 132 × 183 mm, positive terminal on the right). Verified equivalent alternatives: Exide U1R-11 and Exide 49900(U1R-250).

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

Vehicles compatible with the Varta U1R-9 battery

The Varta U1R-9 is compatible with more than 59 vehicles: it is fitted as standard or as a replacement by brands such as Sears, John Deere, Case International, Toro, MTD Products and Yard MAN. For anyone who needs to change the battery in their Sears or John Deere, this Varta U1R-9 reproduces the original specifications. It also appears as a replacement in vehicles from Allis-Chalmers, Gravely Corporation, Dixie Chopper, Woods, Carter Brothers, Murray, Hull Industries and Bolens, among other manufacturers. Not sure whether it is the right one for your motorbike? Check in seconds by entering your registration number in our finder.

Format and fitting of the Varta U1R-9

The Varta U1R-9 is made in the 196 × 132 × 183 mm format and weighs 9 kg. The positive terminal on the right determines which side the cables end up on: it is the detail that causes the most purchasing mistakes, so it is worth checking before ordering. Checking the three dimensions and the terminal positions before buying avoids the most common mistake when replacing a battery.

The Varta U1R-9 and the Powersports range

The Powersports range comprises Varta's conventional starter batteries for the two-wheel world: motorbikes, scooters and quads with lead-acid technology.

They deliver powerful starting and good vibration resistance, as a direct replacement for traditional 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 very reference the vehicle manufacturer approved in the first place. Against own-brand labels, the difference lies not in the purchase price but in how many winters the battery lasts before leaving you stranded.

Varta combines more than a century of experience with Clarios's industrial production: it is the battery many manufacturers choose as standard and one of the most recommended by workshops. Like every lead-acid battery, it is 100% recyclable.

More than 100 manufacturing parameters are checked on every Varta battery before it leaves the plant, a level of rigour that explains why so many workshops and manufacturers trust the brand as their first-choice replacement.

Manufacturer's warranty

The Varta U1R-9 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.