5 Best ATV Batteries to Buy in 2017

When purchasing a battery for your ATV, the number of options available may be overwhelming. There is more to purchasing an ATV battery than just picking one from the store shelves and dropping it in your cart. Have some background knowledge on these batteries will help you make a better and informed decision. In this piece, we shall give you all the information you need to make a purchase of the best ATV battery.

Generally, ATVs do not need a lot of power. As such, your main concern should be to get a unit that is resistant to vibrations and has a high temperature working range to brave the cold weather as well as the heat generated by the engine. In addition to this, you should know the size of your ATV battery as well as the type that works best with your specific ATV.

That said let us have a look at some of the reviews of the best ATVs. This information will help you make an informed purchase.

5 Best Batteries for ATV - Reviews

5. Odyssey PC545 Powersports Battery

Editor's Rating: (4.5 / 5)

If you are pressed for time and cannot possibly go through the many reviews available online and still want to land the best ATV battery there is on the market, the Odyssey PC545 is the unit for you. Odyssey PC545 is a simple unit that has been created, designed by the top company in the industry. As such, you can rest assured that the battery is of top quality and that it will deliver on the needs you might have.

Aside from quality, Odyssey PC545 is made to last long. The company states that Odyssey PC545 has a lifespan of between 3 and 10 years. This lifespan is 70% longer than that of traditional batteries. The unit can handle a fair amount of shock and vibrations. It has been built for use on an off-road machine, it only makes sense that the unit is able to withstand these forces.

The design oozes of creativity and innovation and provides power surpassing those other units of its size. Speaking of size, the unit measures 8 x 6.9 x 4.3 inches and weighs about 11.7 pounds.

You will also be pleased to note that the unit features a 2-year warranty. In addition to this, the unit is flexible when it comes to mounting. The model has been made complete with a non-spill design to keep the liquid contents of the unit from dripping. The unit also can withstand extreme temperatures, a feature which comes in handy especially when you are navigating in the wild.

4. Battery Tender BTL14A240C Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery

Editor's Rating: (4.0 / 5)

If there is a battery that does not worry about its size it is the Battery Tender BTL14A240C. The unit has been designed with several foam blocks which make the unit a perfect fit despite the small size. The product also features a quad port design which has the terminals of the battery at the top. This way, you will not have to stress over making the connections to the battery or having the connections not get to the battery. This setup, simply put, is convenient.

Weighing only 3.9 pounds Battery Tender BTL14A240C has proven to be a very light unit. Light enough to be used in Powersports. With the lightweight nature, you will be able to move around with the unit. You should, however, not be tempted to use this battery with a battery charger that has a desulfation mode or has a peak voltage that exceeds 14.8V. There is only so much juice the unit can draw after which the whole setup becomes a recipe for disaster.

Moving on, you will be pleased to hear that the unit has more than 2000 life cycles and has an 80% depth discharge. Battery Tender BTL14A240C is great and efficient. However, when used in areas that experience winter or cold climates, the unit might not operate at the maximum potential. The unit will start out rather slow. However, if you live in an area that is not particularly cold, or you don’t mind the seasonal setback, then the Battery Tender BTL14A240C is a great battery in general.

3. Battery Tender BTL35A480C Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery

Editor's Rating: (4.0 / 5)

This is yet another award winning unit from Battery Tender. The company has dedicated a lot of time to providing the best there is on the market in terms of efficiency and quality. The unit, Battery Tender BTL35A480C, is made to meet the needs of ATV owners specifically, even though the unit can be used by other products. Whether you ride your ATV often or you take it for a ride once in a while, the Battery Tender BTL35A480C will prove to be a better choice.

Like it is the case with many other products, the Battery Tender BTL35A480C features a voltage capacity of 12V though with a high ampere rating than the Battery Tender BTL14A240C. Put into perspective, the unit can provide a total of 480 CCA.

The unit case measures 6.49 inches long x 3.38 inches wide and 5.11 inches high and the unit weighs about 3.75 pounds. Courtesy of the four point configuration that the unit has, the installation of this battery is going to be relatively easy. The size provided above makes the unit a perfect fit for an ATV battery box. Adding to the perfect fitting in the battery box is the foam spaces included.

After a successful installation, you can enjoy the service provided by the unit for a long time. The unit is about 80% lighter than other products and has 5 times the lifespan of a lead acid. Also, the unit has a quad terminal and can be mounted in any direction. The temperature range of this unit is between 0 and 140 degrees Fahrenheit.

2. Yuasa YUAM620BH YTX20HL-BS Battery

Editor's Rating: (4.4 / 5)

Yuasa, is a company that is operated in the U.S. the company manufacturers as well as distributes batteries. The company has been in the game for several decades (3.5 decades to be exact). Over the years, the company has climbed to the top of the food chain slowly gaining knowledge of the industry and just how to satisfy the needs of the consumers. In the line of the Yuasa products is the Yuasa YUAM620BH YTX20HL-BS Battery which has not disappointed one bit. Those who have used this unit in the past have got nothing but praises for the unit. Being the best on the market, the unit has some cool features.

To start us off, the unit is a lead calcium battery that has the terminals sealed off to keep the acid from spilling. The lead-calcium technology gives the unique ability to hold its gravity 3 times longer than normal units. With the anti-spill feature, you are able to install the unit in whatever position that you prefer. The construction of the unit features a glass mat on the inside which makes the overall unit strong and hard enough to withstand constant wear and tear and vibrations as well.

With regards to the size, the unit is slightly larger as well as heavier than most. The unit comes with a 12 V voltage has an 18 amp hour rating and a 310 CCA. To this unit, you should never add any water. Instead, fill it up with some acid water.

1. YTX14-BS Lithium Ion Sealed Battery

Editor's Rating: (4.7 / 5)

The unit is simple, direct and to the point. YTX14-BS features lesser volume and weighs less too. To put this in figures, this unit is about 1/3 of the normal lead acid batteries. The unit has been constructed for exceptional service. The unit has 2000+ cycles according to the JISD standard.

This ATV battery does not need to be maintained for the better part of the year. In the event the battery dies, you will be pleased to know that the battery recharges very fast. Aside from being easy maintenance, the unit does not pollute the environment. If anything, it keeps and preserves the earth. The unit is environmentally friendly since the unit does not come with heavy metals such as mercury, cadmium and lead.

Lastly, a warning, you should not use a charger if the unit has an automatic desulfation mode that cannot be turned off.

If you have an ATV, you will need to get an ATV. With the market being flooded with all sorts of items, some of which are of low quality and others of high quality but not fitting for your needs, you will need some guidance. Above are some reviews to help you sieve the good from the bad. The reviews will make the long search short and effective.