Honda XL1000V Varadero Battery Size

GarageDex's powersports battery data shows the Honda XL1000V Varadero takes a YTX20CH-BS battery, 270 CCA, 18Ah. Equivalent parts: YTX16-BS.

Battery fitment by year

YearsBatteryCCAAhEquivalents
2010-2012YTX20CH-BS27018YTX16-BS

1000cc motorcycle. Match the exact part code and terminal layout. Equivalents are cross-referenced parts that fit the same tray.

Verified fitment
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Battery for your Honda XL1000V Varadero

The recommended part is a YTX20CH-BS. Match that code (or a listed equivalent) - powersports batteries are size- and terminal-specific, so the code matters more than the brand. Worth adding: a battery tender - sitting unused is what kills most bike and ATV batteries, and a tender keeps it healthy over the off-season.

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Frequently asked

What battery does a Honda XL1000V Varadero take?

GarageDex's powersports battery data shows the Honda XL1000V Varadero takes a YTX20CH-BS battery, 270 CCA, 18Ah. Equivalent parts: YTX16-BS.

What are the Honda XL1000V Varadero battery specs?

The recommended YTX20CH-BS is rated 270 cold cranking amps and 18Ah. Match the part code and terminal layout - powersports batteries are size-specific.

How do I keep a motorcycle battery from dying?

Sitting unused is the biggest killer - powersports batteries self-discharge and sulfate when parked. Keep it on a battery tender/maintainer during the off-season, and it'll last far longer.

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