Factory-fitted or budget-friendly? Honda battery options explained

Whether it’s powering the starter motor on a cold morning, supporting your bike’s electronics or keeping accessories running smoothly, your motorcycle’s battery plays a vital role in every ride. Many Honda models leave the factory fitted with original equipment (OE) Yuasa batteries, chosen for their reliability, long service life and strong starting performance. Alongside Yuasa, Honda has also carefully vetted BS Battery as a reliable and cost-effective alternative without compromising on durability.

The next section explains each supplier’s battery range to help identify the most suitable battery for your motorcycle.


Yuasa batteries and Honda: the perfect match

Yuasa has been trusted by Honda for decades, ensuring every new bike leaves the factory ready to perform from day one. Backed by Japanese manufacturing excellence and rigorous quality control, the Yuasa range offers dependable power, high vibration resistance and long-term reliability across the Honda motorcycle line-up.

Engineered with advanced AGM technology and precision-built internal components, Yuasa batteries can last up to 4 times longer than standard motorcycle batteries and deliver up to 30% more starting power. Patented Sulphate Stop technology helps the battery maintain conductivity and prevents performance loss during periods of low use.
 


Understanding the Yuasa range

Yuasa produces a complete line-up of high-performance motorcycle batteries to suit every Honda model. Here’s a quick overview of the core ranges and what they offer.


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  • GYZ® series – the ultimate heavy-duty AGM

Designed for power-hungry touring bikes and machines with high electrical demand. Delivers exceptional capacity, strong cranking and superior durability.

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  • YTZ® series – compact, lightweight, performance-focused

Ideal for sport bikes, ATVs and models with challenging fitment angles. These ultra-compact AGM batteries deliver high cranking power in lightweight packages.

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  • YTX® & YT series – sealed maintenance free

Permanently sealed, these batteries require no topping up and only periodic charging. A durable, convenient solution for everyday riding.

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  • YTR & YB series – conventional lead-acid (wet batteries)

Supplied dry and filled with electrolyte at installation, these traditional batteries are ideal for classic bikes and early-generation models. 

BS BATTERY: Honda approved quality at a lower price

BS BATTERY provides an economical alternative to meet the needs of any Honda that is no longer covered by the original manufacturer’s warranty. These batteries complement Honda’s genuine line-up perfectly and offer excellent value for money.

With more than 400 battery types covering a wide range of powersport applications, within a few years BS BATTERY has become one of the largest and most innovative powersport battery manufacturers.

 


Understanding the BS BATTERY range

Honda’s BS Battery range includes SLA (Sealed Lead Acid) batteries with AGM technology, identified by BTX, BTZ, BTR, and BB references, all factory activated, ready to use, and maintenance-free. Supporting a 90° mounting angle, the BS Battery range are compatible with all motorcycles. These batteries are non-spillable, safe to ship, and fully e-commerce ready, delivering high starting power, extended life cycle, and consistent performance.


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Honda offers two different types of batteries from BS:

  • SLA: sealed leadacid batteries that are factory-activated. The ‘plug and play’ principle means these batteries are ready for use. They require no maintenance and are extremely safe.
  • SLA Max: this battery works on the same principle as the SLA battery. Thanks to its increased capacity, this battery is perfect for motorcycles with extra electronic equipment such as a GPS, alarm, audio, or additional lights. 

What about the BB, BTX, BTZ references mentioned on the batteries?

BB: this designation was originally used for dry battery technology

BTX: identifies our high-performance maintenance-free range

BTZ: refers to factory-activated models.

These familiar designations are now also used in our SLA range, making it easy for customers to upgrade from dry or MF batteries to SLA technology.

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