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Saxi 11-14-2007 07:53 PM

Why is there a vented battery in the X
 
Why not a sealed one?

Can anyone educate me?

Thank you

Saxi

motordavid 11-14-2007 08:03 PM

The battery in an X is not a "totally sealed" battery, like an
AGM style battery; thus, there is hydrogen off gassing in
the charging/discharging cycle. Those gases have to go
somewhere, so the batt. has a vent tube to discharge any
gases to outside atmosphere.

My low tech definition, but it's close, lol!
Our Xperts can add their 25Cts worth.
GL,mD

Edit: Good question on "why not a sealed one"...I've used them in
my Vette and M'cycles for years with great success.


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