07-17-2022, 04:50 AM
Because the CB1100 was a special bike for Honda, where possible, everything was made in Japan. The cost of parts was higher than for other models, OEM battery 31500-MCR-D02AH included. Replacement Yuasa YTZ14S batteries are most commonly made in the US, and somewhat cheaper, but nowhere near the cost of Chinese made batteries.
I used to buy only Yuasa batteries, always used a Battery Tender, but had been finding they didn't work any better than cheaper batteries, and in many cases, didn't last as long. I now buy well-rated batteries from Amazon, as much for the convenience as for the price, and have yet to be disappointed. Adios Yuasa.
As far as Li-Ion batteries, the only advantage to me is light weight at great expense. A couple pounds saved on a 540 pound motorcycle is not worth triple the expense.
I used to buy only Yuasa batteries, always used a Battery Tender, but had been finding they didn't work any better than cheaper batteries, and in many cases, didn't last as long. I now buy well-rated batteries from Amazon, as much for the convenience as for the price, and have yet to be disappointed. Adios Yuasa.
As far as Li-Ion batteries, the only advantage to me is light weight at great expense. A couple pounds saved on a 540 pound motorcycle is not worth triple the expense.