NOCO Lithium Ion Battery Install 2018 Honda Goldwing

This is how I installed the NOCO Lithium Ion Battery in my Gold Wing. Had to make some "adjustments" so the connectors would fit correctly. So if you have a dead battery or dying batter take a look and see if it's for you. I believe this applies to 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 goldwing models wether manual or automatic DCT or Tour models as well.

[@JoeThorntonJr]

Nice video. I just bent the bike's battery connector outward a little bit and it worked just fine.

[@chrischarlton6882]

Bought battery went to install yep had to cut the plastic! Thanks for video! Night and day difference on how it starts game changer! as for warranty bullshit im not waiting 5 days for a battery to be exchanged. IF you get 2 years out of it the way it cranks your way ahead! i feel like it will easily last 5 years.

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

Thanks for the comment. Yep still works like day one!

[@javierpadilla4138]

Running into a similar issue connecting a Noco battery to my NC700XD. Battery seems fine but terminal design is very poor. I might need to create a terminal adapter of some sort. I’m glad I’m not alone in this situation.

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

Some bend the end of the connector on the battery cable itself… Not recommending but you can think on it… 🤔

[@4loyal]

Nice job, thanks for the video!

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

Thanks for the comment. You’re most welcome!

[@RanGer-498]

Cant wait for more of your vids👍

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

👍🏾 had to go back to my regular 9 to 5 but I do have a couple things I want to share so stay tuned. Same bat time, same bat channel.

[@alp3781]

Going to order one too. Give Noco a shot. Great help with your video. My OEM is shit and I am only 2 years into it on a 2020 DCT Tour. I ca hear her struggling to start a bit. Mine is on a NOCO trickle smart charger 24/7 (AGM). I had enough with starting concerns. My charger is also applicable for Lithium batteries.

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

I’ll have to check my charger to see if Lithium compatible…. Haven’t used a charger yet. 🤞🏾 let me know what you think after you install…

[@alp3781]

@@PrivateCitizen1214 Will do, boss. I do know, you need a Lithium compatible charger. Strongly recommended. Also, you need very little charge on them.

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

@@alp3781 had a thought, our bikes charge the batteries the same wether lead acid or lithium so why don’t chargers work the same way our bikes do to charge batteries

[@alp3781]

@@PrivateCitizen1214 correct, however the NOCO 20 has a smart electronics board under the terminals which controls the 14.5v the bike sends to recharge while on. It's almost like a controlled canal dam. These batteries don't need much and too long of a charge. You can use regular trickle but NOT ADVISED. It will damage the cells over time. The NOCO 1 charger is not expensive. Pays to have. I have the G1100. No longer available.

[@terrymcneilly2222]

I just replaced my NOCO20 after, approximately 18 months in service, with a good old AGM. I’m pretty disappointed that it didn’t hold up any better that a FLA battery.

[@Dutch-Guy460]

Thanks for the video. Nice to know i can expect some little problems when buying this battery. More important question. How is the battery doing after 1 year in use?

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

No issues. Have had a ride through New England last fall two days; no issues. Been out in weather in 40s without issue starting. When it does run down; keeping ignition on without engine running for hours while installing stuff or whatever it’s like a switch….. it never “tries to turn the engine over” it either does or doesn’t. And when it doesn’t you only have to charge a few minutes to give enough for “switch” to flip and your back in business.

[@midlymdad1293]

I would love some input would you recommend NPL20 I have been eyeing it for so long and even come cross your video I live out the state now so I’m little worried how the hold up etc. Thanks in advance great video

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

So far I have had no problems with the battery at all. Only issues were what I mentioned during the installation. Hasn’t been a year yet but still have not had to put bike on charger and sadly bike has sat for at least 2-3 weeks at times. So short answer Yes I’d recommend it so long as you don’t mind the slight mod to connect it. Good price too!

[@mybibleandmybike]

Just a quick question… I just ordered this battery and was looking to see if u did a longer term review… how is the battery still working for you?

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

Only Issue I’ve had was when installing as you’ve seen in the video. Always starts and if I ever continuously turn on the accessory mode enough to run it down so it won’t start, Only had to leave on charger 5 minutes for enough to turn over. I don’t think you’ll regret it.

[@pabloburgos2377]

I had the same problem with my bike. My solution was send it back for a refund. What you did would void the warranty on the spot. I hope your solution was worth it.

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

True, I can’t send battery back…. Still running strong though, no issues

[@timrider8846]

What about during the summer? I'm in AZ so it can get about 122 degrees.

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

I can’t say for sure ‘cause it doesn’t get that hot in Jersey, but I’d think these batteries do better in warm climates than cold. That being said I’ve had no issues in winter here!

[@davewebb1387]

You didn’t have to shave the battery just needed to bend the terminals thanks Chris

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

I agree, that does work.

[@GEEwingingit]

So after roughly 2 years, is the Battery performing well? Any issues? I am thinking of just changing my battery before I have any issues.

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

Still no issues. It sat a month plus this winter also without a charger connected. I did notice one setting on my motorcycle alarm had changed and the Carplay option was somehow off on bike so not sure if at anytime while sitting voltage dropped enough for the battery to turn off then turn back on after temps rose (might happen if battery is low???)

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

Testing

[@benjaminbailey7429]

You were supposed to get some D shaped spacers about 1/8” thick that will off set the terminals from the battery post to clear the plastic on the battery

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

I thought about using spacers but with the posts already being screwed into the battery and then adding another thing between the posts and the terminals I thought that too much. Would spacers allow the terminals to rotate and possibly loosen since there’s nothing to the tab of the post to touch? And I didn’t know they made D shaped spacers for batteries, thanks for the education I’ll look those up.

[@RoyerRogers545]

There’s a few ways it could have been done without damaging the battery and void the 5 year warranty.

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

@@RoyerRogers545 Can you share those methods so others won’t have to do that? Someone mentioned spacers that are sold???

[@RanGer-498]

What battery charger (brand and model) are you using exactly?

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

I have two. Schumacher SP3 battery extender (use this one most) and Superior Accu-Charger that was recommended by MCN “motorcycle consumer news” many years ago

[@RanGer-498]

@@PrivateCitizen1214 ask since i have seen so many of these stock agm type batteries on gold wings go bad im wondering what is the issue? It seems its poor build quality. Thanks for the info btw....keep up the great work.

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

@@RanGer-498 yeah, not sure either, stock batteries don’t seem to last long and in my case the bike sitting for a couple years didn’t help. I’ll have to check to see if my stock battery was AGM type.

[@RanGer-498]

@@PrivateCitizen1214 the goldwing stock battery is agm..im worried about mine

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

Well before you take any long trips maybe put or get a new one put in. I ordered the trunk usb they sell for airbag models and wired usb into left saddle and keep a small jump start pack connected just in case.

[@davidkemp1046]

If there is enough wire, why not simply rotate that so the tab lays atop the terminal.

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

I think there’s enough. Would have to bend the connector I think to make that work….. I think it’s doable… maybe a little more work.

[@adamt581]

I would have ground the terminal rather than risk breaching the sealed battery compartment, did you actually cut through the plastic wall exposing the inner core wall?

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

No I think was still sealed, I saw online that inside there’s a section that has the electronics and one side is connected to the posts and the other to the lithium cells bellow. I was thinking before I cut it I’d use liquid tape if something was exposed.

[@richthereturnrider6737]

Would believe you void the warranty by altering the battery. Great video. Thanks

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

I’d say you’re right!! So far so good though.

[@FishinPhil123]

I would bend the connectors. If you alter the battery and it fails with in 5 years they may not honor the warranty. Thanks.

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

Yep that’s a lesson learned for me I guess. Luckily no issues with the battery. Let’s see if I can make five years?? 🤞🏾

[@slosher42]

What about warranty after you hacked up the battery and will the Goldwing charge it correctly my charger at home has a Ion battery mode.

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

I read that for lithium battery packs you do need a special charger, but lithium batteries built for things that have recharging systems like vehicles, lawnmowers etc, have the charger/charge controller built in. The NOCO has the lithium packs inside at bottom and the electronic charge controller inside at the top. Void warranty, maybe 🤔

[@johnhammered3321]

If you had an issue with a lead acid battery it's because moto batteries generally last about 2 1/2 years. Having the correct NOCO battery will facilitate easy install. I noticed that is a group 20. Did you choose that battery or did NOCO verify that is the correct group for that bike. Some motos will not support lithium batteries. Make sure you also have the correct trickle charger for that battery. My replacement for my bike is a group 30 700 cold cranking amps with 5 year warranty. Installed it last year and have no complaints. 🏍😁👍✌

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

I guess time will tell. The 20 is supposedly the correct size. 🤞🏾

[@willielocke7348]

@John Hammered…what bike did you install the battery in.? Thanks

[@johnhammered3321]

@@willielocke7348 that bike is a 2016 Road King. Stock battery is 400 CCA. Chk with manufacturer before ordering they will be glad to help. If ordering on Amazon you can chk fitment by entering what bike you have. I also just changed out my AGM battery in my 2021 Pan America. Again I went from a 225 CCA to 480 CCA now my bike starts everytime. Size and location of + AND - terminals are important.

[@alp3781]

How is the battery holding so far?

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

So I did manage to drain it while testing out cubby fans in accessory mode. I noticed it either cracks hard or not at all, no in between. Good part is you only have to charge for 2 maybe 3 minutes and it’s ready to go. Bad part is, no real sign when it’s low, built in controller cuts current off when too low and just switches back on when charged enough.

[@alp3781]

@@PrivateCitizen1214 The bottom line is, don't run ACC for too long...LOL? The NOCO 20 suppose to be a strong battery for almost any bike. So, does it pay to get one?

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

IMO, yes, even though you have to make some changes to connect to terminals. 👍🏾

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

@@DeFiDuke nice! I like that!!!

[@DeFiDuke]

@@PrivateCitizen1214 no prob! whats great about that specific cable is you can trickle charge & boost at the same time :) without having to remove the battery which can be a pain in the arse especially for these jap bikes lol

[@phillipvazquez284]

How is that battery working out for you

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

No issues at all, been riding in some 39-43 degree weather, no issues with starting.

[@phillipvazquez284]

@@PrivateCitizen1214 ok great I have a 2020 goldwing I wasn't sure about the battery that's why I was asking

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

@@phillipvazquez284 if your not having any problems with your oem maybe keep it, but mine would start fine then I’d be at a store and not be able to crank the engine so I bought this one and no issues since.

[@phillipvazquez284]

@@PrivateCitizen1214 ok I was only wondering because I have about 2. Yrs more on the oem battery.

[@kriskoppy2753]

Negative terminal first….at least that’s what my brain is telling me.

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

… so I’m of the impression that electrons (current) flow from neg to positive so I’ve always taken negative off first and put on last…. I’ll have to look it up again just to be sure I guess.

[@kriskoppy2753]

@@PrivateCitizen1214 let me know what you find out. I’ll be doing my goldwing battery soon enough and that one you installed looks like a good one.

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

@@kriskoppy2753 I know once I take negative terminal off I don’t have to worry about accidentally touching any part of bike and positive terminal at same time and messing something up. And since negative is already connected to frame no worries about that putting on and taking off. The Battery so far has been great, cold weather starts no issues, almost a month and still hasn’t been on charger and just a 5 minute ride last week to change the drive fluid.

[@kriskoppy2753]

Wondering especially about cold weather durability as I live in Kansas City. And you are correct, it is negative first and last. Don’t know why my brain had it backwards. Strange.

[@midlymdad1293]

Just shave the blastic off of the battery

[@PrivateCitizen1214]

Maybe I should have tried that….