When it comes to convenience, the battery has given us so much. From the calculator to the car and the motorbike to the mobile phone, these modern inventions would be nothing without a battery to power them. Batteries are great beyond a shadow of a doubt, but they do have one inconvenient downside - they run out.
The good news is that the life of most batteries can be extended with a little care and know how. Let's take a look at how you can get more out of your motorbike, lawnmower and mobility scooter batteries and not only save yourself money but also the inconvenience of a drained battery when you least expect it.
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Replacing a lead acid battery? Confused about the terminal types on offer and want to be sure you are buying the right type? Don’t worry, it’s much easier than you think. So, take a look at this short Blue Box Batteries guide on some of the most common terminal types found on lead acid batteries.
Most 'small sealed lead acid' batteries (SSLA), such as the Yuasa NP battery range or the Fiamm FG range, utilise a connector style known as a ‘faston tab’. This type of connector allows for a slide on / slide off style which avoids the need for a nut and bolt, thus making connecting and replacing batteries as simple as possible.
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We've all seen either the elderly or the disabled getting around town with the aid of their mobility scooter. These devices in their most basic form are electric wheelchairs, with a lever to direct it and a couple of buttons for added functionality.
However, nowadays there are more and more mobility scooters which are being 'souped up’ as it were – with people sensing an opportunity to take the standard mobility scooter, modify it, and create something that is more enjoyable for riders and spectators alike.
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Friday, 21st February 2014
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The world of motorsport has certainly come a long way over the past hundred years or so.
You might not know this, but the first ever series production bike was the Hildebrand and Wolfmüller which could achieve a top speed of 28mph. Whilst this might not sound a great deal, given the feats of modern day machinery, the Hildebrand could actually reach this speed working on only a simple steam-powered engine.
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Picture the scenario: as summer is on the way you take your electric lawnmower out of the shed or garage to check that your machine is fully operational.
Whilst testing the lawnmower, you discover that the battery is no longer working. Well fear not, it’s a common problem for many people up and down the country.
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There’s nothing worse than going to use your motorcycle only to find that your battery is flat.
Whether your motorcycle hasn’t been used for a while, you’ve left your lights on, or the weather is particularly cold, there’s always a risk of battery power going down when you need it most.
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