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Bates BattBoy HM5

Bates BattBoy HM5

Bates BattBoy HM5

Bates BattBoy HM5

Modern gel or Li-Ion batteries offer a significant advantage - they are leak-proof. Those who ever experienced spilled acid in their horseshoe oil tanks will highly appreciate this fact. On the other hand, owners of classic bikes do like the looks of their original energy store and the corresponding cover and mounts. With a Bates BattBoy Battery Box you can have the best of both worlds, because what looks like a period type HM5 6V accumulator on the outside can house a safe, modern battery within. Just hook it with two eyelet wires to the terminals on the bottom of the lid and you are all set. Perfect for 6 to 12 volts electrical system conversions, too. When using suitable Antigravity versions you even have some storage room left for a few small spare parts, safety vest, Cuban cigars, etc. Ain´t this one heck of a cool solution for an old problem?

Design Patent Protection 002709022-0001/0010

for OEM Style Horseshoe oiltanks
fits Singles 1929-1936, 750cc 1929-1963, OHV Big Twin 1936-1964, SV Big Twin 1937-1948
ABS plastic, black
W x H x D: 115 x 210 x 100 mm
inner measures (WxHxD): 100 x 175 x 85 mm

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Bates BattBoy HM5

* The price includes German VAT (19% or reduced rate of 7% for Books).

Spare parts:

Lids for Bates Battboy HM5

Lids for Bates Battboy HM5

Accessories:

Battery Top Covers Big Twin 1936-1964

Battery Top Covers Big Twin 1936-1964

Reproductions of the 6 V battery top covers as used on 1936-1964 Big Twin models.

Battery Tie-Rods Big Twin 1936-1964

Battery Tie-Rods Big Twin 1936-1964

Reproductions of the tie-rods for 6 V battery top covers as used on all 1936-1964 Big Twin models.

Terry Battery and Starter Cables

Terry Battery and Starter Cables

The best cables on the market for this purpose. They are derived from the computer industry and offer excellent conductivity with a minimum of voltage drop during cranking. Made from 1.650 strands of copper wire with durable, gold-plated(!) lugs but still are very flexible for trouble-free installation in tight areas.

Battery Terminal Screw Kit

Battery Terminal Screw Kit

Exact reproduction of battery terminal screws and felt washer found on models with 6 V batteries and horseshoe oil tank. Details like this give credibility to a perfect restoration.

See also:

12V Antigravity Small Case Lithium Ion Batteries - AG-401/4-Cell

12V Antigravity Small Case Lithium Ion Batteries - AG-401/4-Cell

This battery is best used for kickstart only bikes or race track applications where extreme weight loss and ultra compact size are desired. It is also often chosen by custom builders who want the smallest battery to tuck out of the way.

6 V Antigravity AG-802 Lithium Ion Battery

6 V Antigravity AG-802 Lithium Ion Battery

The Antigravity Battery AG-802 is a 6-volt 8-Cell Lithium Ion battery, extremely light and in an extremely small case that will easily fit all horsehoe type oiltanks or early battery boxes. It is made for those who ride classic older bikes that run the 6-Volt system and is a very reliable compact replacement for the bulky and large 6-volts of the past. It is only meant to power the ignition of your bike, not to run a starter motor. The AG-802 can hold a charge up to a year provided there are no parasitic drains and can be installed in any orientation.

Bates Kill Bill Battery Switches

Bates Kill Bill Battery Switches

Terminal and thumb screw assembly which can be mounted on any suitable place on the motorcycle. It connects the battery’s ground (negative) terminal and cable with the frame.
After installation you have two options:

use your Kill Bill Switch like an ignition switch. Half a turn out and the current is interrupted.
use your Kill Bill Switch as protection from manipulation and theft. When you leave your bike remove the thumb screw and thus disconnect the battery from the electrical system.

The Cyclery Generators Type 32TC

The Cyclery Generators Type 32TC

The classic look of the 32E generator and the more dependable technology of the later two brush generator - you can have the best of both worlds with these The Cyclery 32TC powerplants. On the outside they sport the typical 32E features like rounded brush covers with slotted hardware, riveted-on terminal plate and a bicolor, cast iron/aluminum housing. The inside, however, hides all the bullet-proof tech features of the later 58/65A generators, manufactured for us by Cycle Electric/USA. Now you can ride your old Knucklehead or Flathead to the end of the world and back with peace of mind.

Bates AGM Mini Batteries

Bates AGM Mini Batteries

These reliable batteries are suited for any purpose, be it long distance riding or drag strip applications. They are gel-filled which means guaranteed not to spill or leak. Installation is possible in any position and location. The disadvantage compared to regular batteries is less power at the same weight.

Bahco Lead/Lithium Battery Charger and Maintainer

Bahco Lead/Lithium Battery Charger and Maintainer

Bahco battery chargers and maintainers are fully automatic and micro-processor controlled. Being of the "connect and forget" - type means that you hook them up to your motorcycle battery in periods of non-use and you need not care about the device until you want to go for a ride. The charger/maintainer will automaticcaly keep the optimum charge for your battery.
The device cannot be damaged by reversed polarity. It will automatically check the battery state and type and chose the appropriate charging program:

Recovery
Softstart
Bulk mode
Absorption
Monitoring
Float mode
Maintain.

A practical hook on its back side allows for hanging it out of the way in convenient areas. Besides the common crocodile clips, the charger/maintainer comes with a 7.5 A fused harness with 6 mm ring connectors, that has a protected SAE plug.
A scrolling digital display provides step by step instructions to properly follow the charging of the battery such as “FULLY CHARGED AUTO MAINTAINING”, “CONNECT CLAMPS”, and “ANALYZING BATTERY”.
The charger/maitainer works with any lead-based or Lithium-Ion (LiFePo4), e.g. Antigravity, vehicle battery that has 12 V 6 Ah - 58 Ah. Max output current is 3 A. The device is sealed waterproof (IP 68).

Accel Battery Eliminator

Accel Battery Eliminator

This special condensor is necessary when running a magneto ignition without battery. Eliminates low-rpm light flickering.