ZPC Battery YTX14-BS Maintenance Free Replacement Battery for ATV, Motorcycle, Scooter, Snowmobile, and UTV: 12 Volts, 1.4 Amps, 12Ah, Nut and Bolt (T3) Terminal

This battery is a perfect fit for my 2005 Mercedes E320 CDI Auxiliary Battery. Other E320 and E500 W211 chassis E-Class cars with Sensotronic Brake Control also use an auxiliary battery, including years 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006.If you are getting the red battery symbol with the "visit workshop" message showing up on the instrument cluster message center, you need to replace the Auxiliary Battery. Dealers charge between $175 and $260 for the Mercedes Branded battery, but it is only a Mercedes branded 14-BS size AGM maintenance free battery that is commonly used in motorcycles, ATVs and Watercraft. There is nothing special about it beyond the size and it being AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat). Any 14BS AGM battery should work fine. This one is the cheapest pre-charged 14-BS AGM battery that Amazon shows as shipping from a US location at this time (oct 2015). Currently, there is one that is $3 cheaper, but it ships from China.I put this battery in, and the red message disappeared, without the need for putting in electrolytes nor pre-charging like other options here on Amazon. I am giving 5 stars now, but I will downgrade in the future if it does not last (should last for 10 years like the Mercedes branded one did...)

I needed a replacement battery for my Buell XB9R. This battery was a perfect fit for an installation perspective. The previous one I had was an AC Delco and I had a hard time getting the leads on the battery terminals, with most of the 14-BS there is some plastic in the way.This battery came with two sets of post screws (long and short) as well as spacers to better mount the cables. This worked perfectly for the Buell application.At this point I cannot make any statements of the durability since I just installed it two weeks ago.I am a little turned off because the description says "ZPC" battery but the one I received has a different label. Also, there is not information on the battery itself on capacity or CCA. (see pictures)

These are fantastic batteries at a great price. I have had several of these batteries and have never had a problem with them. Sometimes well over half the cost of other batteries. I usually get them in 3 days and they come fully charged ready to go. They even include the mounting bolts and nuts. Their return policy is also very good. As a long time biker I think I can say that if you need a new battery, this is the way for you to go. Try one and you will probably use them again when you need a battery

I've had this on my bike (a Honda Sabre 1100cc) a couple of months ago and it seems to be working fine at this time. Install was a breeze and it fired up immediately. I run LED lights and an add one audio system and the battery seems to be holding its charge. Fires up as soon as I hit the starter. Figure to pull it off this winter and put it on a trickle charger and hold for the best next riding season when it get here. If it is dead, I'll buy another one for this price.

Have used this same battery in a few of my ATV's for nearly 2 years now and they haven't let me down yet. I even have used one of them for testing and working on old bikes I've rebuilt. That one has been run down several times yet always charges right back up and is ready when needed. Some of my batteries sit for weeks or months on end without any use but I have yet to be let down by these batteries. I would highly recommend them over the other big box store batteries that don't last. These batteries should let you down!

Just received this battery and it looks pretty good out-of-the-box. When putting it in it didn't quite exactly fit but with a little elbow grease I was able to widget into place. I didn't like the terminals however because it had the old-fashioned barrel type nut that the bolt has to connect into. I mean it does what it's supposed to its just not as convenient as a better battery. My hope is that I get at least three years out of it. At the price with free shipping I would be happy with that timeframe. Batteries plus wanted $89. So at this price it's a good deal.UPDATE: unfortunately, the battery died before the 24 month mark. A huge amount of corrosion had built up on the neg terminal,( probably from a crack in the casing itself) the entire terminal broke loose from the battery casing. Rendering the battery totally useless. I'm downgrading the battery two two stars. Beware if you buy this battery to make sure and stay on top of the terminals being clean. Had I done that I probably could have gotten another year or so out of it because power-wise it was doing the job just fine. You get what you pay for.

Got the battery in good time from Amazon...voltage checked good...installed it...hit the start switch...went for a ride. Twas good!Others have mentioned poor connector hardware, but I didn't notice this battery's hardware being any worse than other brands. I placed the nuts in the post frame, the wrapped a small bit of tape around the opening to hold them in place. Easy. When I attached the cables, the screws threaded in easily.In case you're wondering: Yes. This battery comes with a charge already on it. Just install it and go.I don't know how long it will last, but so far, so good.

Out of the box it seems perfect, 13V without even charging it. My motorcycle started at the first try with 30°F.I have used it now for about a month and it gave no problem. I will update in 6 months.BTW, the battery I received is not a ZPC but a Chromebattery. Not that I care much, they are all made in China.6 Months update.The battery is still working perfectly. I happened to discharge it completely a couple of months ago because I left the lights on for two days. Recharged at home, never had any problem since.Next update will be after the winter. I am very curious to see if this battery can stand a New England winter...1 year update.The battery died after one year. It is guaranteed for 18 months, but there is no point in sending it back since the shipping costs as much as the battery itself. Considering the price, it may make sense for a non intensive use, or if you live in warmer area, but if you need a reliable battery that can stand the test of time and bad weather, look somewhere else.