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Shorai LFX Lithium Battery Review

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The_AirHawk · 11-01-2011, 02:18 PM

As I see it, the only downside over an AGM is the double-to-triple cost. But then, if the battery lasts at least that-much longer, it could deffo be considered "worth" the cost, especially if it does not care one way or another for your Battery Tender.

Kevin_Duke · 11-01-2011, 05:36 PM

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Originally Posted by The_AirHawk

As I see it, the only downside over an AGM is the double-to-triple cost. But then, if the battery lasts at least that-much longer, it could deffo be considered "worth" the cost, especially if it does not care one way or another for your Battery Tender.

Yeah, it's definitely an upgrade, especially for a cranky old engine like mine. And it's worth noting that this technology will either advance and cost the same or simply offer reduced pricing as supply meets demand.

Dr_Sprocket · 11-01-2011, 07:04 PM

My old Ulysses has always been a bit slow to start. At least I did get four years out of the OEM battery. Nevertheless, it was always slow to start, even from the dealer. Perhaps a Shorai would be a worthy upgrade to the old gal.

Kevin_Duke · 11-01-2011, 09:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr_Sprocket

My old Ulysses has always been a bit slow to start. At least I did get four years out of the OEM battery. Nevertheless, it was always slow to start, even from the dealer. Perhaps a Shorai would be a worthy upgrade to the old gal.

My experience with the LFX says it'll be worth it. If you pull the trigger, let us know what you think!

seruzawa · 11-02-2011, 07:14 AM

Probably a good idea if you have cranking issues, are planning on keeping the bike several years or think that saving a few pounds will make you faster.

And there's no chance of an acid leak.

Easy Rider 2 · 11-02-2011, 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by The_AirHawk

As I see it, the only downside over an AGM is the double-to-triple cost.

"Shorai says the LFX can hold a charge for an entire year without maintenance, thanks to a much lower self-discharge rate than normal batteries. And it purportedly has a service life two to four times that of a lead-acid battery. "

And that's a significant downside as I see it because a good AGM can easily go 6 months without a tender and lasts 2X (or more) longer too.

Unless you need the extra cranking power or can use the extra space you gain.......or just have to have the latest and greatest......I don't think it's worth the price which is nearly double that of an AGM.

The_AirHawk · 11-02-2011, 10:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Easy Rider 2

"Shorai says the LFX can hold a charge for an entire year without maintenance, thanks to a much lower self-discharge rate than normal batteries. And it purportedly has a service life two to four times that of a lead-acid battery. "

And that's a significant downside as I see it because a good AGM can easily go 6 months without a tender and lasts 2X (or more) longer too.

Unless you need the extra cranking power or can use the extra space you gain.......or just have to have the latest and greatest......I don't think it's worth the price which is nearly double that of an AGM.

I've never seen a moto-battery hold its charge (full charge - not sayin' they're "dead") for more than a few months, tops. Then again, most of the motos I've had used quite-small batteries. Even an AGM is still a lead-acid battery: it merely has the acid contained within a matrix.

The Spaceman · 11-02-2011, 11:43 AM

Where were these when I had the '77 Shovelhead? Between the heat, vibration, and heavy drain to crank, that bike ate batteries like I eat potato chips. Getting a year out of even a top-quality sealed glass mat battery was good.

The Suzuki, on the other hand, went 4 years on the OEM...

MOKE1K · 11-02-2011, 12:52 PM

I've always gotten atleast 3 years out of my batteries. These are hitting the race scene heavy within the past two years or so.

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The_AirHawk Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Leanin' Tower O' P-P-P-P-POWAAAAAAAAA!!!! Posts: 11,426	As I see it, the only downside over an AGM is the double-to-triple cost. But then, if the battery lasts at least that-much longer, it could deffo be considered "worth" the cost, especially if it does not care one way or another for your Battery Tender. __________________ *Parfois, on fait pas semblant* Sometimes, it's not pretend Oderint Dum Metuant Let them hate so long as they fear политики предпочитают безоружных крестьян Politicians Prefer Unarmed Peasants Nothing to see here, Citizen. Move along now...

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Dr_Sprocket Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Delmarva Peninsula Posts: 2,331	My old Ulysses has always been a bit slow to start. At least I did get four years out of the OEM battery. Nevertheless, it was always slow to start, even from the dealer. Perhaps a Shorai would be a worthy upgrade to the old gal. __________________ "Aid to the helpless indigent is civilized. Aid to the irresponsible is socially corrosive." ----- Schizuki (c. 2011)

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seruzawa The Toad Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: 8501 ft. Posts: 17,398	Probably a good idea if you have cranking issues, are planning on keeping the bike several years or think that saving a few pounds will make you faster. And there's no chance of an acid leak. __________________ http://www.badmovies.org/movies/deadalive/ I kick @ss for the Lord!

11-02-2011, 11:43 AM	#9
The Spaceman Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 2,391	Where were these when I had the '77 Shovelhead? Between the heat, vibration, and heavy drain to crank, that bike ate batteries like I eat potato chips. Getting a year out of even a top-quality sealed glass mat battery was good. The Suzuki, on the other hand, went 4 years on the OEM... __________________ :About 80,000 soaked French spectators received more shocks today than a nun in a cucumber patch."

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MOKE1K Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Kalapana, Big Island Posts: 3,992	I've always gotten atleast 3 years out of my batteries. These are hitting the race scene heavy within the past two years or so. __________________ "YOU CAN'T BOLT ON SKILL"