Battery technologies at a glance: Which battery is right for your motorcycle?
Wet battery - the classic with limitations
The wet-cell battery is the traditional variant among motorcycle batteries. It consists of liquid electrolyte and lead grids and offers solid performance at an affordable price. However, it requires maintenance and is susceptible to leakage - especially if the motorcycle is tilted or tips over.
Advantages:
Affordable entry-level price
Proven technology
Solid starting performance
Disadvantages:
Not leak-proof
Maintenance required (refilling, recharging)
Sensitive to shocks
No online purchase possible due to legal restrictions
The wet battery is more suitable for simple motorcycles with few electronic consumers and regular use.
AGM battery - maintenance-free & strong on short journeys
AGM stands for "Absorbent Glass Mat". Here, the electrolyte is bound in a glass fiber fleece - making the battery almost leak-proof and absolutely maintenance-free. AGM batteries deliver high starting power and are ideal for short-distance drivers.
Advantages:
High peak currents for powerful starting
Low self-discharge
Ideal for short journeys and frequent starting
Conditionally leak-proof
Maintenance-free
Typical representatives::
• intAct Bike-Power AGM SLA – compact and powerful
• intAct Bike-Power AGM HVT – heavy-duty version with extreme vibration resistance
GEL battery for motorcycles - perfect for seasonal riders and heavy users
In GEL batteries, the electrolyte is thickened by silicic acid - the result is a solid gel that is particularly robust. The GEL battery for your motorcycle scores points for its extremely low self-discharge, long service life and absolute leakproofness.
Advantages:
Low self-discharge (perfect for long service life)
Maintenance-free
Absolutely leak-proof
Very vibration-resistant
Reliably supplies power-hungry consumers
Can be installed at an angle of up to 90°
Recommended series:
• intAct Bike-Power GEL – Standard GEL battery
• intAct Bike-Power GEL HVT – heavy-duty version with extreme vibration resistance
Especially for infrequent use, heavy equipment or occasional tours, the GEL motorcycle battery offers particularly high suitability for everyday use. Our clear preference is for GEL technology, primarily because of its combination of safety, performance and durability.
HVT series - extremely vibration-resistant & extra resilient
If your motorcycle is exposed to high vibrations - for example on demanding terrain or on heavy machines such as a Harley - only the particularly robust HVT batteries come into question. Both variants - AGM or GEL - are based on heavy-duty construction and can withstand even extreme demands.
intAct Bike-Power AGM HVT :
Very high starting power
Quick-charging capability (ideal for short distances)
Extremely vibration-resistant thanks to robust housing
intAct Bike-Power GEL HVT:
High energy extraction (up to 50 %)
Leak-proof & ideal for many consumers
Low self-discharge, ideal for seasonal bikes
Both series combine the well-known advantages of AGM and GEL with a reinforced design for extreme applications - off-road, in vibrations or on long tours.
Lithium battery - ultra-light and powerful
Lithium batteries are the high-tech solution among motorcycle batteries. They are extremely light, compact and offer high starting power - even with a low state of charge. Ideal for custom bikes or racing bikes.
Advantages:
Very light & compact
High starting power
Absolutely leak-proof
Any installation angle possible
Disadvantages:
Significantly more expensive than other battery types
Charging behavior limited for short distances
Suitable for:
• Lightweight and sports bikes
• Racing & custom builds
• Motorsport applications
