FAQ
BS Battery does not handle warranty issues directly. Normally, distributors decide the warranty period and handle all claims. By default, our batteries are covered by a six-month free replacement warranty, provided the customer has dated proof of purchase.
To take charge of a claim, a certified BS Battery dealer has to proceed with an appropriate test and certified quality claim.
The specific gravity of the acid is over 1.265 at 26,7°C (conventional type batteries only). Maximum Voltage output across battery terminals can be maintained at a constant level for two hours.
Charge Level |
Specific gravity |
Voltage (12V) |
Voltage (6V) |
100% |
1,265 |
12,7 |
6,3 |
75% |
1,225 |
12,4 |
6,2 |
50% |
1,190 |
12,2 |
6,1 |
. Always keep the acid level between lower and upper lines on the front side of the container for conventional type battery.
. Do not let the battery stand in a discharged condition.
. Charge the battery once a month.
. When a motorcycle is stored for over 30 days, plug in a bs-charger automatic battery charger to maintain a proper storage charge.
. Keep the battery top clean, dry, and free of dirt.
. Clean battery terminals to prevent corrosion. Inspect the vent tube, ensuring it is not bent, twisted, or clogged.
. Protect the battery from strong impacts or shocks
Battery capacity is greatly reduced by cold since it has a decided numbing effect on the electrochemical action.
The basic duty of a battery is to start of engine. Battery must “crank”, or rotate crankshaft at the same time it maintains sufficient voltage to activate ignition system until the engine fires and maintains constant rotations (runs).
Since it is more difficult for a battery to deliver power when it is cold, the engine will require more power to turn it over during winter seasons.
T(°C) |
CCA from fully charged battery at several temperatures |
Power required to crank engine with specific oil condition |
27°C |
100% |
100% |
0°C |
65% |
155% |
-18°C |
40% |
210% |
When the battery has been left for a considerable amount of time in a discharged condition, some discoloration with white lead sulfate crystalline deposits may appear on plates.
Discoloration also appears as a result of the air contact due to low electrolyte level, or when a new battery has been filled with acid and stored without being charged. This phenomenon is called sulphation. When every plate has been sulfated, the activity of the affected area is permanently impaired, and the battery may not be restored to its original capacity.
When not in use, a battery has the effect of auto-discharge on a daily basis, sometimes up to 0.5-1%.
This rate of discharge depends on the weather. For information, you can apply the following datasheet:
27°C |
-0,0025 Sp. Gr per day |
0°C |
-0,001 Sp. Gr per day |
-18°C |
-0,0003 Sp. Gr per day |
If a new battery becomes unserviceable within a few days after its installation, it may be due to one or more of the following reasons:
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An incorrect charge
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A short circuit in the electrical system or the battery terminals are dirty or not properly connected.
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The electrical capacity of the battery is insufficient for the size of the vehicle (see also that the capacity of the battery is not at its correct level!)
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The battery has been inadequately activated, dissipating its electrochemical strength.
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The battery presents a sulfating effect due to the time between activation (acid filled in) and the first charging needed to completely activate electrochemical properties.
FAQ INSTALLATION
First of all, you’ll find the right battery that you need with our digital tool battery finder. We advise you to have a professional check the electrical system of your motorcycle before installation. You’ll avoid any overcharging or damages.
If you have vehicles manufactured before the mid-1990’s with generators and / or with external voltage regulators, you must change the voltage regulator to a new modern electronic type as overcharge will damage the battery.
With our battery charge button, we recommend you to check the battery state before installation. If the charge level is low, recharge it. We also developed spacers to wedge batteries during use.
Absolutely, BS Lithium batteries are non-spillable and provide a wide multi-positioning mounting, up to 180°C.
FAQ USE
BS Lithium batteries are designed to provide impressive cold crank performance.
The starting capacity of lithium batteries is generally reduced due to cold conditions (below 0°C).
If your motorcycle fails to start, we advise you on some alternative solutions :
1. Connect a BS Charger lithium compatible for 30 seconds
2. Turn on the lights for 1-2 minutes before starting. This is to warm up the battery.
During the starting procedure, each starting attempt should not exceed 5 seconds, an interval of 5 seconds minimum between 2 starting attempts should be respected. The battery should rest at least 3 minutes after 5 starting attempts.
Most BS Battery models are available in different battery technologies (DRY, MF, SLA, SLA Max, Lithium LiFePO4). Many lead-acid batteries have a cross reference lithium.
BS Battery makes your search easier with battery finder. This digital tool is able to find you all compatible batteries with your motorcycle. Please check battery specification before replacing lead-acid to lithium batteries.
BS Battery chargers are specially designed for powersport applications such as motorbikes, ATV, SSV, snowmobile or watercraft… . However, our BS60 smart charger is able to charge car batteries while our BS10, BS15 and BS 30 can only maintain.
FAQ CHARGING
We recommend you not use any lead acid battery chargers on BS lithium batteries as a desulfation program is included on lead acid chargers, which will cause irreversible damage.
BS Lithium batteries don’t require to be maintained for a long period. They don’t support a trickle-charge the way lead-acid batteries do. We advise you to periodically charge 30 minutes every two months.
It is important that the charging time doesn’t exceed 30 minutes while charging at the maximum current, even if the battery is completely discharged.
With our battery charge button, it has never been easier to check the charge level of the battery. Even if BS Tester & accessories provide additional features & benefits, they have also been designed to check the charge levels of batteries.
FAQ STORAGE
Absolutely, that’s possible. Even if BS Lithium batteries have a low discharge rate, just make sure Lithium batteries would have been charged once every 6 months. We also recommend you check regularly battery voltage. If lithium batteries drop below 12.4V, recharge them as described on our user manual.
Types of Problems |
Indication |
Possible Causes |
Suggested Solution |
Charger does not work? |
No Indicator lights on |
- No AC power |
- Check AC connections and make sure Power Point is switched ON |
Charger has no DC output? |
Fault LED is On. |
- Output is short circuited - Reverse polarity connection to Battery |
- Check DC connection between charger and battery and make sure they are not short circuiting. - Check that the crocodile clips haven’t fallen off the battery. - Check that the crocodile clips / ring terminals are connected to the correct polarity. |
No Charging Current? |
Fault LED is On. |
- Battery is severely sulfated - Battery has a damaged cell - Overheat protection mode |
- Check the Battery condition, age etc. - Battery may need replacement. - Move battery & Charger to cooler environment |
Long charging time, Full light does not come on? |
Fault LED is On. |
- Battery capacity too large - Battery is defective |
- Check the charger specification matches the battery capacity. - Battery cannot be charged and must be replaced. |
