Race Batteries for Sale!! Check it out!

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What's up guys! My name is Matt. I am a newly licensed Prov Nov with the CMRA as of this year! I am going to try to make it to as many races as possible this year and hopefully make many great friends! The purpose of this thread is to help out myself. and my newly found addiction as well as help out fellow racers/riders.

Basically, I am building batteries for your bikes that are superior to standard lead acid units and offering them at a great price in exchange for your sincere feedback and word of mouth advertisement!

THE BATTERIES

I have two available units for sale: a 4-Cell unit and an 8-Cell unit. Both units use a new breed of Nanophosphate technology cells that offer great performance in the harsh abuse environment of motorcycles and racing.

My general recommendation on what pack to use is:
8-cell: any bike larger than 750cc.
,4-cell: any bike 750cc or smaller.

Obviously these are very generic and vague recommendations, so email me with your bike year and model for verification. Some bikes may require different schemes due to specific demands. Also, if you have special circumstances such as separate engine/fuel management or total loss systems, feel free to email me with questions and or requests.

Specifications:
- A123 Nanophosphate technology cells
- Extremely light weight (Under 2 lbs for 8-cell, under 1 lb for 4-cell)
- Fully laser welded cells for incredible impact/vibration resistance!
- 4.6Ah rating (2.3Ah for 4-cell)
- 240 Cold Cranking Amps (120 CCA for 4-cell)*10 second bursts*
- 140 Amp continuous discharge rate (70 for 4-cell)
- 15 Minute fast charge capability at 20 amps (10 amps for 4-cell)
- 45 minute typical charge time at 6 amps (3 amps for 4-cell)
- Charges via motorcycle charging system or any automatic battery charger. Do not charge with non-automatic chargers.
- 8 Gauge flexible wiring
- Rugged, heavy duty quick disconnects
- Gold plated ring terminals with hardware included
- 2" x 2" x 12" foam pad included for install
- 3 month guarantee against defects/workmanship

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I am going to be offering these at a much lower price point initially than I intend to in the future. My only stipulation is that I receive your email address and/or phone number upon ordering and receive 100% genuine feedback on the construction, performance, appearance and overall quality of the units, whether good or bad. All criticisms are welcome. If you like it and are happy and well taken care of, please pass along my info and a good word to anyone you think may be interested! I am going to be making changes based on the feedback I receive in order to perfect the product before furthering production so your feedback is VERY important to me. Customer happiness and loyalty are the most important aspects of this venture!

Initial pricing will be:

$150 Shipped for the 8-cell
$95 Shipped for the 4-cell

Shipping will be via 2-3 Day Priority Mail.

Also, since I make these myself, I am open to special requests. Example: If you want an extra plug for your charger or a second bike, I can do that.

For ALL questions and/or sales inquiries, please email me at: matthew.jene@gmail.com

My preferred payment method is PayPal, but email me if you would rather do something else.

I HAVE ONE 8-Cell unit, available for shipment right now!
Production on the next batch will not begin until these are sold and some feedback is received.




FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Okay, I have had a few more inquireys regarding the batteries, so I am going to copy and paste some FAQs from emails I have exchanged with a few people.

Question: Are these race only batteries?

Answer:Absolutely Not. I call them race batteries because that is what I had in mind when I starting building them, and that is where the real advantages are seen, which is why I am offering them here. However, they are more than capable of handling the demands of a full time street bike.

Question: Will they last a season?

Answer: See, this is the real beauty of these batteries. Unless you damage them, they will last almost indefinitely. After 2000 "deep cycles", they will still retain no less than 80% of their original capacity. They will also lose less than 1% of their total charge per 6 months of storage, so no more battery tenders all season and a new battery EVERY year.

Question: How much does each model weigh?

Answer: The 4-Cell with ALL install hardware weighs 14.4 ounces and the 8-cell with all hardware weighs 25.8 ounces. I am about to update the original post on the CMRA boards with some more weight and installation information.

what are the possible dangers of using the wrong kind of charger or a malfunctioned charging system?

what are the possible dangers of using the wrong kind of charger or a malfunctioned charging system?

Ryan,
The only risks associated with wrong charging is a ruined battery, as is the case with most all batteries. The only "improper" chargers are those that will not turn off or begin regulation upon reaching full charge. Other than that, these batteries are far superior in every way!

Ryan,
The only risks associated with wrong charging is a ruined battery, as is the case with most all batteries. The only "improper" chargers are those that will not turn off or begin regulation upon reaching full charge. Other than that, these batteries are far superior in every way!

Please review the original post. The recommended usages as well as the prices have been updated!

Please review the original post. The recommended usages as well as the prices have been updated!

I will be at ECR on Sunday. If anyone wants to check out a pack, shoot me an email with your number and I will be in touch. My bike won't be ready by then, so I'll only be spectating and having a good time.

I will be at ECR on Sunday. If anyone wants to check out a pack, shoot me an email with your number and I will be in touch. My bike won't be ready by then, so I'll only be spectating and having a good time.

I would be interested in seeing one...had thought about building one but have not had the time. bike number is 166 (yellow plate) and I will be in the stalls.

I would be interested in seeing one...had thought about building one but have not had the time. bike number is 166 (yellow plate) and I will be in the stalls.

Dan, I should have one of each available, unless they sell before I make it to your stalls! I'll be sure to come by though and introduce myself.

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Dan, I should have one of each available, unless they sell before I make it to your stalls! I'll be sure to come by though and introduce myself.

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The original post has been updated with some frequently asked questions and below are a few new photos. Videos and some other stuff are coming in the near future.

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The original post has been updated with some frequently asked questions and below are a few new photos. Videos and some other stuff are coming in the near future.

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Will a Battery Tender automatic charger work with these batteries ?

Will a Battery Tender automatic charger work with these batteries ?

Yeah a Tender will work with these, just think of it like a regular bike battery but so much smaller. I have looked in to these batteries quit extensively and knew what could be done with them....then drug @ss on doing exactly what Matt is doing. I have seen these on sale at other sites and they are quite a bit more expensive.

Yeah a Tender will work with these, just think of it like a regular bike battery but so much smaller. I have looked in to these batteries quit extensively and knew what could be done with them....then drug @ss on doing exactly what Matt is doing. I have seen these on sale at other sites and they are quite a bit more expensive.

Thanks for giving a quick reply Dan!

Bill,

Dan is exactly right. A regular tender will work perfectly and is in fact what is preferred. The key that the charger must be automatic. Over charging can ruin the battery.

Thanks for giving a quick reply Dan!

Bill,

Dan is exactly right. A regular tender will work perfectly and is in fact what is preferred. The key that the charger must be automatic. Over charging can ruin the battery.

Thanks for the purchases so far everyone! Be sure to post up with feedback and impressions!

Thanks for the purchases so far everyone! Be sure to post up with feedback and impressions!

I was surprise at how tiny and light the box was when it came in the mail! Will put it on this week and try at Hallett next weekend.

I was surprise at how tiny and light the box was when it came in the mail! Will put it on this week and try at Hallett next weekend.

Matt, thanks for stopping by the pit this weekend. I really appreciated getting to take a look at your product and the time spend talking with you, I think you really have something that is good quality and looks well put together. As I said I will get back to you on the battery as soon as I absorb my expenses from the weekend.

Matt, thanks for stopping by the pit this weekend. I really appreciated getting to take a look at your product and the time spend talking with you, I think you really have something that is good quality and looks well put together. As I said I will get back to you on the battery as soon as I absorb my expenses from the weekend.

I've got one of these batteries on the Hawk, although I didn't purchase it from Matt. It's an 8 cell, and lasted all day Friday and all day Sunday without being charged during the day at all, and I'm running total loss (no charging system)...they're also a LOT lighter and smaller than stock lead acid batteries...

these batteries are DEFINITELY the bomb diggity!

I've got one of these batteries on the Hawk, although I didn't purchase it from Matt. It's an 8 cell, and lasted all day Friday and all day Sunday without being charged during the day at all, and I'm running total loss (no charging system)...they're also a LOT lighter and smaller than stock lead acid batteries...

these batteries are DEFINITELY the bomb diggity!

I put mine in da Ninja and she started right up after a charging. Will try it out at Hallett Sunday!
Does anyone know if it is Superstock legal? I didn't see any mention of aftermarket batteries in the rulebook under the Superstock section.

I put mine in da Ninja and she started right up after a charging. Will try it out at Hallett Sunday!
Does anyone know if it is Superstock legal? I didn't see any mention of aftermarket batteries in the rulebook under the Superstock section.

Chris, I'm not entirely sure on the batteries,and I dont see anything regarding batteries in superstock. It does say in the rule book "The items above constitute the entire realm of deviation from showroom stock for Superstock classes. If it does not mention you CAN do it, then you CAN NOT."

Chris, I'm not entirely sure on the batteries,and I dont see anything regarding batteries in superstock. It does say in the rule book "The items above constitute the entire realm of deviation from showroom stock for Superstock classes. If it does not mention you CAN do it, then you CAN NOT."

See this past thread. Walter answered this question

Link to Walter's clarification on batteries for SS

See this past thread. Walter answered this question

Link to Walter's clarification on batteries for SS

Good find Carlo.

Good find Carlo.

Thanks Carlo!

Thanks Carlo!

But if you plan to do anything other than CMRA I would check their rule books too.

But if you plan to do anything other than CMRA I would check their rule books too.

Yeah, cuz you never know when I might take my show National! :P

Yeah, cuz you never know when I might take my show National! :P

I'll be sure to add that they are SS legal into the description.

Just as an update: I have ordered supplies for another batch. Based on feedback so far, the design is going to be much the same. I will be including some adhesive backed foam with the next batch and am currently looking into a few more additions.

For all of you who have emailed me, ETA on next set is the last weekend of march.

I'll be sure to add that they are SS legal into the description.

Just as an update: I have ordered supplies for another batch. Based on feedback so far, the design is going to be much the same. I will be including some adhesive backed foam with the next batch and am currently looking into a few more additions.

For all of you who have emailed me, ETA on next set is the last weekend of march.

Originally Posted By: Dan Blankenship

But if you plan to do anything other than CMRA I would check their rule books too.

yeah WERA is really weird about stupid stuff....

Originally Posted By: Dan Blankenship

But if you plan to do anything other than CMRA I would check their rule books too.

yeah WERA is really weird about stupid stuff....

Just as an update. All orders have been placed for second batch supplies. Most of it has already arrived, so I will almost definitely have a batch ready by 3/28.

Everyone who has contacted me and saved a place will receive emails as soon as they are available with specs, pictures and payment instructions.

Just as an update. All orders have been placed for second batch supplies. Most of it has already arrived, so I will almost definitely have a batch ready by 3/28.

Everyone who has contacted me and saved a place will receive emails as soon as they are available with specs, pictures and payment instructions.

Those in line waiting, my cells got back-ordered. I was notified of this just yesterday but they said they will ship by friday. ETA on new batteries is next weekend.