Buddy 170i, what model battery?

poppersmoke · Post by **poppersmoke** » Sat Sep 10, 2016 11:30 pm

Hi! I'd like to buy a spare battery for my 170i.
The model number for my current battery is: XTAX7A-BS.
Every time I shop for this model online, I get other options as compatible. For instance, YTX7A-BS comes up a lot. Will other models truly work and fit in the tight compartment?

Thanks in advance and happy scooting.

Dooglas · Post by **Dooglas** » Sun Sep 11, 2016 1:37 am

The first two/three letters of the battery code are the manufacturer, so there are a number of alternatives there. There are also some other sizes of higher capacity batteries which will fit in the compartment, although some require cutting of the protrusions under the cover. There are many past discussions here on this subject.

HowHH · Post by **HowHH** » Sun Sep 11, 2016 7:42 pm

I've been very satisfied with the Mighty Max YTZ10S battery. (https://www.mightymaxbattery.com/p34621 ... ttery.html). It's a higher capacity battery in the same size package as the OEM Buddy battery. Less $$ too.

Dooglas · Post by **Dooglas** » Mon Sep 12, 2016 1:15 am

Yes, that is a good choice. We are running the PTZ10S in our 125. Seems to have plenty of reserve power, and is a straight forward exchange for the OEM battery as you say.

poppersmoke · Post by **poppersmoke** » Mon Sep 12, 2016 4:21 am

Thanks for the info. I'm kinda new at this. Will the YTZ10S also work for, and fit, a Buddy 170i?

Meis · Post by **Meis** » Mon Sep 12, 2016 5:22 am

poppersmoke wrote:Thanks for the info. I'm kinda new at this. Will the YTZ10S also work for, and fit, a Buddy 170i?

IIRC all the buddies utilize the same battery tray panel so yes