Revive your ride with batteries at Rideshed
When it comes to motorcycle maintenance, batteries often get overlooked – until your bike won't start. At Rideshed, we offer a range of high-quality batteries designed to give your motorcycle the power it needs to perform at its best. But as we roll out of winter and into riding season, it's crucial to understand the importance of swapping out your battery and why a fresh one can make all the difference.
Why You Should Change Your Motorcycle Battery After Winter
Winter can be rough on motorcycle batteries. During cold months, most motorcycles sit idle, and low temperatures significantly reduce a battery's ability to hold a charge. Here’s why changing your battery after winter is a smart move:
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Cold Weather Drainage: Even if your bike is stored in a garage, the cold can cause batteries to lose their charge over time. If the battery hasn’t been charged during winter, it’s likely weak or even completely dead by spring.
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Battery Longevity: After a winter of inactivity, the internal chemical reactions within the battery slow down, leading to reduced performance. This means that even if it holds a charge, the battery may not function optimally.
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Starting Power: Fresh batteries provide the necessary cranking power to start your motorcycle efficiently. Older batteries, especially those left uncharged through the winter, struggle to deliver the needed power, often resulting in frustration and unreliable starts.
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Prevent Breakdowns: A weak battery is one of the leading causes of motorcycle breakdowns. Changing it after winter reduces the risk of being stranded, especially during the first few rides of the season.
Batteries Available at Rideshed
At Rideshed, we stock a wide selection of batteries that suit various motorcycle models, from high-performance bikes to daily commuters. Whether you need a sealed AGM battery, lithium-ion, or gel-type, we have options to match your bike’s needs. Each battery type has its advantages:
- AGM Batteries: These are highly durable, vibration-resistant, and maintenance-free, making them ideal for everyday riders.
- Lithium-Ion Batteries: Lightweight and long-lasting, these batteries provide faster charging and are perfect for high-performance bikes.
- Gel Batteries: Known for their ability to handle deep discharges, they are an excellent option for riders who might not use their bikes frequently.
Each battery is tested for reliability, ensuring you get the best performance every time you start your bike.
Price: $177.99
US Powersports Batteries are high-performance and specifically designed for Powersports applications. The Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) technology creates a sealed maintenance free battery avoiding exposure to harmful acid. The battery is also non-spillable and can be side-mounted with ease.
Price: $117.99
USPS batteries are factory activated and are ready for use straight out of the box, simply install and go. USPS boast a higher capacity, longer discharge, improved cycle life and a lower self-discharge. It is superb battery and can replace your motorcycle, ATV, personal watercraft or snowmobile battery with ease.
Price: $499.00
Designed for the most demanding riders, BS Battery Lithium batteries offer maximum starting performance, further safety and higher cycle life. With its ultra-lightweight design, the Lithium range provides faster acceleration to all powersport vehicles.
Price: $399.99
Motobatt Pro Lithium batteries can retain charge after more than a year of inactivity. Pro Lithium batteries have a high life expectancy with over 2000 cycles compared to around 500 for a lead-acid battery, while also boasting a short recharge time, supplying up to 90% charge after.
Deltran Lithium Smart Batteries with BMS
Price: $259.00
Battery Tender by Deltran has launched a new generation of lithium batteries with BMS – a smart battery management system that monitors, optimizes and protects the battery. The BMS system will shut the battery off for protection if it is over charged or discharged, short circuited, overheated, or gets too cold.
Price: $185.00
Gel batteries are factory-sealed, maintenance-free, and ideal replacements for lead-acid batteries due to their low self-discharge and resistance to deep discharge. As OEM suppliers to Ducati and KTM, these batteries exceed ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications, ensuring high-quality manufacturing and environmental management standards.
Conclusion
Swapping out your motorcycle battery after winter isn't just a maintenance task – it's an essential step to ensure your bike is ready for the riding season. With Rideshed’s selection of high-quality batteries, you’ll have peace of mind knowing your bike will start reliably and run smoothly. Don’t let an old, tired battery hold you back this season. Invest in a fresh one and hit the road with confidence!
Order today and enjoy express shipping across NZ.
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