Lithium battery technology within the motorcycle sector is becoming more prevalent, and sales are forecast to overtake those of traditional lead acid battery technology in the next 5 years as manufacturers fit more as standard in new production models. However, users need to be aware, like with most products, that quality and performance varies greatly across different battery brands and price points.
One of the principal safety devices within a lithium battery is the Battery Management System (BMS) and the capability of these devices within batteries varies greatly; price is usually (but not always) an indicator. Because lithium batteries need to be maintained by a battery charger regularly, it’s critical consumers select the right charging technology for lithium.
We have seen cases where older battery chargers with linear charging technology, using a regular charge regardless of battery state, have overcharged lithium batteries and ‘killed’ them. This will be particularly relevant to lithium batteries that have either a basic or no BMS whatsoever. Note that incorrect charging is not covered in the battery warranty.
The NOCO Genius range of chargers complements the lithium battery range with a specialised lithium charge mode built into all of its chargers as standard. Set it and forget it, with zero overcharging and thermal compensation built-in, for truly worry-free charging 24/7. The Genius can automatically detect any battery you throw at it including lead acid, wet cell, marine, deep cycle, lithium and AGM. Genius can also repair and reverse the damage done to old, idle, or undermaintained batteries through its auto desulphation function ensuring that your batteries are at peak performance. And even when they’re not, Genius can detect and charge dead batteries down to zero volts with FORCE MODE. The everything charger that handles anything you throw at it, from extreme temperature to different battery chemistries and types, Genius sets the standard for the next generation of charging.
Cornish Scoots stock a range of battery chargers to cover all needs, go online to place your orders at www.cornishscoots.co.uk or give us a call on 0845 132 1169 to find out more and place your order.