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Best Battery Upgrade for Your Bike: Yuasa GYZ Series

Choosing a battery for your motorcycle is a critical decision that can significantly impact your bike’s performance and reliability. For the last 16 years, Yuasa GYZ Series batteries have been the premier choice for riders looking to enhance their ride.

In this article, we will discuss the benefits of upgrading to a GYZ, finding the right battery for your bike, and additional resources to help you get the most out of your riding experience.

Why Upgrade to the GYZ?

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Simply put: it gives you the power to ride your way, whenever and wherever you wish.

Manufactured in the USA, Yuasa GYZ series batteries are renowned for their superior amp-hour capacity, cold cranking amps (CCA), and durability.

In fact, the GYZ series batteries are the most powerful powersport batteries on the market. That alone makes it an easy choice to upgrade to a GYZ.

With the increased power demands from electronics and add-ons, riders often choose the GYZ due to its unique ability to deliver the consistent, reliable power they need to support their accessories without sacrificing performance.

Here are some key reasons why the GYZ Series is the best battery choice for your motorcycle:

More Amp Hours: GYZ Series batteries offer higher amp-hour ratings, supporting more accessories like sound systems, accessory lighting, cameras, and GPS units.
Highest CCA: Deliver the highest cold cranking amps (CCA) on the market, ranging from 240 - 500 CCA, ensuring reliable starts in all conditions.
Maintenance-Free AGM: Factory activated and maintenance-free, these AGM batteries provide convenience and peace of mind.
Heavy-Duty Terminals: Most feature heavy-duty flush terminals with multiple connections and built-in brass nuts, which are up to 50% more conductive than stainless steel.
Enhanced Durability: Built with enhanced active material to withstand vibration, prolonging battery life, and ensuring dependability.
Cold Weather Performance: Increased starting performance in cold weather conditions, making them ideal for any climate.

Before making the decision to upgrade, it is important to make sure that your motorcycle or powersports vehicle is compatible with the GYZ Series. Below, we have added the most common upgrade paths and the bikes that can benefit the most from a GYZ.

What Battery Should I Upgrade To?

The Yuasa GYZ Series includes several popular models, each designed to deliver outstanding performance and reliability. These batteries are ideal for a wide range of powersports vehicles. Whether you cruise around on a V-Twin or Metric bike or take things off-road on a UTV or ATV, Yuasa Battery GYZ provides the power and peace of mind you need to go on that adventure.

Wondering if you can upgrade your battery? Check out the list below to see if there is a GYZ battery available for your vehicle.

YTX14 (12 AH, 200 CCA) – Upgrade to GYZ16H (16 AH, 240 CCA)
YTX14L (12 AH, 200 CCA) – Upgrade to GYZ16HL (16 AH, 240 CCA)
YTX20H (18 AH, 310 CCA) – Upgrade to GYZ20H (20 AH, 320 CCA)
YTX20L (18 AH, 270 CCA) – Upgrade to GYZ20L (20 AH, 250 CCA)
YTX20HL (18 AH, 310 CCA) – Upgrade to GYZ20HL (20 AH, 320 CCA)
YIX30L (30 AH, 400 CCA) – Upgrade to GYZ32HL (32 AH, 500 CCA)

Will the GYZ Fit in My Bike?

GYZ Series batteries are a versatile choice for many riders, whether you own a Harley, Honda, Indian, or another OEM.

These batteries are designed to provide exceptional performance and reliability, making them ideal for both V-Twin and Metric bikes. They are particularly well-suited for models that demand high power and durability, such as cruisers, touring bikes, and sportsters, as well as off-road models.

Upgrading to a GYZ battery ensures that your bike will have the power to handle additional accessories and provide reliable starts in all conditions. While the list below is not exhaustive, it provides a strong overview.

Here are some of the top models for each battery type:

GYZ20HL: Perfect for Harley Cruiser models from 1996-2024
GYZ32HL: Best for Harley Touring models from 1995-2024
GYZ16HL: Ideal for Harley Sportster models from 2004-2024
GYZ20L: Great for Honda Goldwing models from 2009-2024
GYZ20H-A: Suitable for Honda Talon (UTV) from 2019-2024
GYZ16H: Fits various Honda ATVs from 2012-2024

To find the perfect GYZ upgrade for your bike, head to our website and search by vehicle.

Common Questions and Pain Points

Upgrading your battery comes with a lot of perks, but most often riders ask some valid questions before making their decision.

Below are some of the most common things asked by riders:

Cost: GYZ batteries may be more expensive than less powerful options, but their superior performance, advanced safety, and long-lasting durability justify the investment.
Compatibility: Ensuring the battery is compatible with your ride is crucial. Yuasa offers a wide range of sizes to fit different models, and checking the existing battery in your vehicle helps in choosing the right upgrade.
Installation: Proper installation is key to optimal performance. Yuasa, and your bike manufacturer provide detailed instructions to ensure correct installation and avoid any issues.

Additional Resources

Yuasa Battery provides numerous resources to help you learn more about battery maintenance and specific batteries. For more information on battery maintenance, storage, replacement, and disposal, visit the Yuasa Resources section or explore the articles below:

Upgrade to Ultimate Power with the GYZ Battery Series

Choosing the right battery for your motorcycle is essential for ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Manufactured in the USA, GYZ Series stand out as the best choice. With unmatched power, cranking ability, and durability, GYZ batteries meet the high demands of riders, making them the top battery option on the market.

Ready to upgrade your bike with a Yuasa GYZ series battery? Check out our Find A Dealer page to locate your local Yuasa Battery dealer.

For over 40 years, Yuasa Battery has been manufacturing powersports batteries to uncompromisingly high standards, making them the largest American manufacturer and distributor of batteries for motorcycles, snowmobiles, scooters, all-terrain vehicles, side-by-sides, and personal watercraft.

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