Batteries for Ducati 851 851 S 102 hp (petrol, 1988)
Which battery does a Ducati 851 851 S need?
Specifications and battery: 851 S (102 hp)
Ducati 851 851 S (102 hp, petrol, 1988): depending on the equipment, it takes a conventional 16 Ah, 180 A battery (205 × 72 × 164 mm) or a 20 Ah, 230 A battery (207 × 72 × 164 mm). Measure your current battery before choosing.
- Brand
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Ducati
- Model
- 851
- Built
- 1988
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Cylinders
- 2
- Drive
- Chain
Battery for this engine
| Version | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Size (L×W×H) | Polarity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depending on equipment 1 | Conventional | 16 Ah | 180 A | 205 × 72 × 164 mm | + on the right |
| Depending on equipment 2 | — | 20 Ah | 230 A | 207 × 72 × 164 mm | — |
This engine shares its battery with the 851 S (105 hp), 851 Strada (91 hp) and 851 Strada (98 hp): the compatible batteries are exactly the same.
Data: vehicle specifications and the battery manufacturer's application catalogue.
Battery analysis for your Ducati 851 851 S
Quick answer You need an ordinary lead-acid battery of 16 Ah. Our recommendation: VARTA YB16AL-A2.
Prices and availability updated on 25/10/2026
Based on the batteries we found for your vehicle, our experts help you pick the right one.
📋 What we found
For your Ducati 851 851 S we found 3 compatible batteries. This list includes 1 AGM or EFB battery and 2 conventional batteries.
📏 Battery size
The list contains batteries in different sizes or capacities (Ah). In many cases both variants fit, but it's worth checking your compartment dimensions and the Ah of your original battery before buying. Choose the one with the same dimensions as your current battery: a bigger one may not fit the compartment or the hold-down. If several match your size, the higher capacity gives more headroom for cold starts.
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⭐ Our recommendation
For your Ducati 851 851 S it's the recommended battery: VARTA YB16AL-A2. Its specs: ordinary lead-acid technology, 16 Ah capacity, 180 CCA cranking power, 205×72×164 mm dimensions.
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Verified selection
- Class: Motorcycle Batteries
- Brand: Ducati
- Model: 851
- Engine: 851 S
AGM / EFB batteries
AGM or EFB technology batteries: more charge cycles, faster recovery and a longer life than a conventional battery.
| Category | Make | Reference | Capacity | Cold cranking | Dimensions | Technology | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AGM / EFB batteries | MOTOBATT | MB16AU | 20 Ah | 230 A | 207×72×164 mm | Quadflex | €186.40 | More info |
Conventional batteries
Standard lead-acid batteries.
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Motorcycle battery Varta YB16AL-A2 (516016012) 12V 16Ah 180A
- 12 V
- 16 Ah
- 180 A
Dimensions 205×72×164 mm
- ✓ Varta brand
€136.30
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Motorcycle battery Exide EB16AL-A2 12V 16Ah 175A
- 12 V
- 16 Ah
- 175 A
- Conventional EXIDE EB16AL-A2 · 16 Ah · 175 A
Dimensions 205×70×165 mm
€65.90
| Category | Make | Reference | Capacity | Cold cranking | Dimensions | Technology | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional batteries | VARTA | 516016018 | 16 Ah | 180 A | 205×72×164 mm | Conventional | €136.30 | More info |
| Conventional batteries | EXIDE | EB16AL-A2 | 16 Ah | 175 A | 205×70×165 mm | Conventional | €65.90 | More info |
Frequently asked questions
- Ducati 851 851 S (102 hp, petrol, 1988): depending on the equipment, it takes a conventional 16 Ah, 180 A battery (205 × 72 × 164 mm) or a 20 Ah, 230 A battery (207 × 72 × 164 mm). Measure your current battery before choosing. We found 3 compatible batteries priced between 65,90€ — 186,40€. Check dimensions and positive terminal position before purchasing.
- Yes, you can install a higher capacity (Ah) battery as long as the physical dimensions fit your Ducati 851 851 S battery compartment and the positive terminal position matches.
- Motorcycles can use GEL, AGM, or conventional batteries. GEL batteries are ideal for occasional use. AGM batteries are the best option for heavy use or high-power motorcycles. Always check the polarity before installation.
- Polarity indicates which side has the positive (+) terminal. This is critical for motorcycles because some models have the positive terminal on the left and others on the right. Check the label on your current battery or the manufacturer's manual.
- Yes. First disconnect the negative (−) wire and then the positive (+) wire. When installing the new one, connect the positive (+) wire first and then the negative (−) wire. Always respect the correct polarity.
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- All our batteries come with the legal guarantee provided by consumer law against manufacturing defects. If a battery has a manufacturing defect, it will be replaced at no cost to the user.
- Under normal circumstances, batteries usually arrive within 1 to 2 days of ordering. However, there are some cases where delivery may take a little longer: peak seasons (Black Friday, Christmas, etc.), palletized shipments, occasional stock shortages, etc.