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Cafe Racer Battery - Ballistic Evo 2 facts & installation
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- Опубліковано 16 сер 2024
- In this week's video we discuss the Ballistic batteries and what makes them perfect for most bike builder, especially the Evo 2 8 cell series.
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after 10+ years of using youtube, this is my very first comment!
I just have to say, your videos are absolutely wonderful! I literally just watched all your videos and it really inspired me to start my own bike project! Keep up the good work and looking forward to how your CX500 turns out!!
Thank you for your comment. I'm thrilled to hear you enjoyed them and all the best for when you start your project, any thoughts what bike you'll use?
I was inspired by your cx500 build so i was leaning towards the hondas cx or cs series, however, I found a BMW r1100rs for less than $1300 on craigslist so i am leaning towards that at the moment!
A BMW R is one of the bikes I'd love to do next. Probably an easier bike than the CX in terms of frames. Good luck to getting it.
Im coming to the point in my build ( cb125 ) where i need to start looking at battery options, only difference is mines a 6 volt! Loving the videos, inspired me to do my own!
Perhaps give Ballistic a shout, they might have some suggestions.
just found your channel today, i am also currently working on a cx500 build and was looking for seat solutions, then binge watched your progress and was inspired to finally get round to my forks, Great work cant wait to see more !
Really helpfull videos that really motivate me to attempt my own cr project, so thanks for that and greetings from germany! :)
Thank you I'm glad they help. Good luck with yours.
I went with AGM for my first restore project, but if I ever customize it those look good but I would have to redoo the electrical on the cl350
They are nice looking batteries if you want a 'show' style electrics tray. Which a lot do now.
Good video bud, just one thing; it's LiFePO4 (but with the low 4), because PO4 isn't an element, but it consist of Phosforus (or whatever the English term is, I'm from the NL) and oxygen.
Thanks for the advice, I'm looking forward on the 'real' project updates!
Yes, good shout, I realised that after uploading that it's phosphate and not phosphorus, old school chemistry lessons coming back to me.
I just added a new subframe to my bike, and therefore also moved the battery. Can you explain when to use plated power cables and when not to? And when to use cobber paste etc. I find it confusing, and difficult to know how to prevent corrosion.
In all honesty I haven't bothered with plated cables, paste etc. I'm not an electrician but I think regular maintenance should keep you on top.
I wonder if this will plug right into my ‘82 GS650G. My battery is huge and bulky and it’s my first cafe racer project
They’re no longer in production but you can get antigravity. But you’ll need to change the reg/rec unit too
Great Video, i am new to Cafe Racer and have a 2008 Sanya SY125-11 (basically a Honda CG125 copy) i want to have a smaller battery but something that will be plug and play, what can you suggest?
You could fit antigravity 8cell
@@forthebold Thanks, WOW! they are expensive. is thier a cheaper alternative?
Hi, I have a 82' Suzuki GS1100 project, would an 8cell antigravity small case lifepo4 battery work?
I'd recommend going 12 cell
Hi, nice chat. Do you know if that battery will take a slow/trickle charge unit as in Solar Powered adapted with Anderson plugs?
Not that I know of
hey man, your regulator is right under the seat... i wouldn't recommend that as the reg needs some cooling.
Was one of my thoughts, if it does tend to heat up I've made it so I can flip it on the outside.
Great video, for a 74 Kawasaki KZ400 kickstart-only would a 4 cell be sufficient?
I'd say so, if you have room for an 8 cell go for that to be on the safe side. If in doubt always contact Ballistic just to be sure.
hey, i always wondered when changing the battery to LiFePo4 on these older bikes if the alternator and charging system have to be changed as well?
Yeah you have to change the reg/rec unit. I recommend Ricks Motorsport Electrics.
Another helpful video. I have just bought a 4 cell Antigravity battery. it's not installed yet. I'm sure I can't use a standard bike battery charger on it. Does anyone have experience of doing that?
They say you can but the problem you have is that the trickle charge can overheat your battery if left too long so best use a charger that's meant for the battery, so that when it fills up the charger switches off.
Great video! So the charging system on an 81 CX500 should work?
I would change it to be safe,
Hey, again great video! excuse the ignorance but how often do you need to charge the battery? does the bike running not charge it? cheers!
Thanks, that's right, it'll charge through the system, the only times you'll need to charge it is if it's drained from an alarm system etc.
Hi. Wondering if you could help. About to start the rewire on a c.racer gs550 1977 model with uprated electronic points fitted. Can you advise best type of battery to go with?(smaller so not lead acid) Also which regulator rectifier. Electrics ain't my strongest point but wanting to give it a go. Would there be anything else needing changed to match the battery you suggest. Will be keeping elec start and Kick start.
Your vids are great Cheers
I would go with Dynatek electronic ignition points, with antigravity 8 cell battery, a Ricks electrics reg/re unit to stop the battery from frying, and possibly change the coils to dynatek too. If you wanted to make the wiring even easier go with a motogadget M unit and an M button to eliminate wires
@@forthebold thanks for the quick reply. Cheers
I have a 77 Honda cd750k and I was thinking trying to put one of these batterys on it. Any ideas if I have to change out my regulator and if so any suggestions on the regulator or where to find it?
Chances are, yup. In terms of what kind of regulator I'd suggest speaking to a local dealer or even Ballistic themselves.
Hi
Been watching your channel for ages They are amazing ! What are the measurements on for the battery in this video. I'm also making a Honda cb750 from 1983. Thankyou
It's an 8 cell but Ballistic aren't trading any more, I'd recommend Antigravity
@@forthebold Thank you for the quick answer. Wasn't expecting that.
Hey Man.. Your videos are a big help for me.., thanks for that. I am just started with my first project. Its is a BMW r 100 rt and I will use the old air filter box for my new battery.. please can you tell me what battery will be the best for me and my bike. And what else parts I need ect. Are my frame post or nega?
Have a nice weekend..
The ballistic Evo 2 8 cell would do. I think an R100 is negative ground. But double check, that's testing my knowledge now
Thank you very much.. My bike is from 81, do I need other parts for the electric system so I Can use The battery or its a plug and play..:-) ? Have a nice day..
I'm almost certain, it's what the Ballistic guys say, but always check with them again for the more specific model
Have you had any issues with the lithium battery on your cx500 before you installed the new rectifier? I have a 1980 cx and want to know if its safe to install a li battery without upgrading the rectifier.
You MUST update your reg/rec unit otherwise you will fry your battery.
For The Bold ok thanks👌🏼
Should have done this earlier!! I already bought an old fat and heavy battery for mine ):
Never too late, or maybe something to consider in the future if you want to do some weight reduction. Or even your next project ;)
Hey man! I am building a brat cafe racer out of a ninja 250. I decided on antigravity 4 cell. Did you consider those at all?
I did but I decided that an 8 cell was the better option for everything I needed on a 550 engine. And so I went for the Ballistic.
Hi mate, my friends bike I work on/built has a shorai lithium battery. He left it a few months over winter and decided to charge it up, it was charged using a RC lithium charger and still wouldn't start it. Do you have issues with yours after being sat or do you keep them on a constant charge?
None to be honest after a few years.
@@forthebold they warrantied and just kept the replacement on trickle charge
Awesome to hear.
What do you mean by an updated regulator? Are you talking about a charger??
The regulator rectifier combined on the bike, to stop the charging exceeded the amount the battery needs
Hey i need to buy small 12V for my cafe racer.so can you tell me how can i get or order one.thank you.
Ballistic don't trade any more unfortunately, try antigravity
Curious where did you get that seat?
Where would you suggest to do a battery on a brat style seat?
You can create a deep enough pan to fit between the seat and the frame tube.
With Ballistic having closed their doors (sad times) , do you have any recommendations for Brands of battery? :)
I’d go for antigravity
@@forthebold Ah wow how helpful are they!? Just dropped them an email this morning and a chap rang me and talked through what I was planning and advised on which battery and potential issues.. amazing! :)
I've been thinking about making some sort of cafe racer out of my old suzuki gn125... one of the problems i've got is the battery, o this is very helpful! I was also thinking as the bike really doesn't use much power at all that i might dispense of it completely as it's very easy to bump start... But while i was on that train of thought i also contemplated adding a kick start to the bike...
Do you think this would be at all possible?
In all honesty I would say that adding a 4 cell battery even would be a heck of a lot easier that engineering a kick start, or the hassle of having to bump start your bike every time.
You're probably right, the only reason i even considered bump starting is that it only weighs 110kg stock... and it'll be lighter (i hope) when i'm done... but looking into the 4 cell evo2 it looks like such an easy replacement and is so light that there's almost no reason not to! They are a little expensive though... BUT i need a new battery for it anyway, and it'll probably last longer than the 3-4 standard batteries that would cost the same amount, and be much more suitable for purpose.
Thanks!
They are on the expensive side, but they're definitely worth it. And weigh pretty much nothing.
Also, i was planning on sticker bombing the tank, and would absolutely love to have your logo and title on it front and centre, can i have your permission to possibly make one myself?
Absolutely, I love it when they're sticker bombed. And feel free to use mine. I need to get some stickers done also to send out to be honest.
I got a 1980 GS850 will the Evo2 work for my build?
It should be fine.
i am building a moto guzzi v35 imola which lithium battery should i use?
8 cell should be fine but check with the suppliers.
For The Bold - dreegez thank you ... I was thinking of skylrich lp6
Do u have a contact email or phone number for ballistic? Can’t find them anywhere and also wondering what kind of rectifier do I need if my bike is pre 1980? Aren’t they all the same?
Ballistic have sadly gone out of business. I now use antigravity. As for reg/rev units I use Ricks electrics. Any other will fry your battery
What battery would you recommend for a small 125 bike?
I think you'd be fine with a Ballistic Evo 2 4 cell. Give them a shout and they'll be able to advise.
great video this helped alott thanks
Thank you, I'm glad it helps.
Any tips on where to get these at the best price in Europe?
Ballistic have a policy where all retailers sell at the same price, if you go onto their site you'll see a list off suppliers in your area.
Thanks!!
where is the new project?
That'll be next week's video ;)
How do you know what charge you motorcycle takes?
It'll tell you in the factory manual.
For The Bold - dreegez thankyou
Could you still get a lithium battery If you bike is positive charged
Practically juggling it the whole time lol
Sorry, I think it's the Italian in me that makes me talk with my hands
Over $200 + down the drain. Lost charge. Wouldn't charge. Total piece of shit.