frequently asked questions

How do I store the battery?

In the case that you need to store your bike for a long period of time, you should disconnect the battery. If you’re storing the battery out of the bike just put it in a cool dry place and cover the terminals with tape to protect from accidental shorting of the positive and negative terminals. The battery can hold its charge for up to a year, but check it every 6 months. Do not leave a battery connected if you know you will not be riding for a long time.

Is there a Warranty?

Yes a “best in the business” 3 year warranty; When you look at a warranty between different manufacturers look at the detail… see some of the other companies who make similar style batteries have shorter warranties and warranties that are voided if you get salt on their battery terminals, or if you tighten the terminal to over 5lbs of torque… or if you allow the voltage to drop below 12V… Company feel these limitations only show a lower build quality of those batteries. Make sure you compare warranties in detail. Offer the strongest warranty out there.

What is the range of Voltage for your Lithium Batteries?

13.2 – 13.4 V. The Antigravity Battery normal voltage is 13.2V. The battery will read up to 14.7V immediately after charging. The normal operating range will read between 13.3-14.5V. After a few hours it will self-balance to the 13.3-7 range which is its normal state of charge. The maximum voltage the battery should be exposed to is 14.7V. On the lower end of the voltage range the battery should be put on a charger if the battery voltage drops below the 12.5V range while sitting. The voltage should not be allowed to drop below 11V while at rest. Permanent damage may occur below 11 volts.

How do I charge the battery?

The Antigravity Battery comes ready to install, and start the bike/vehicle. Company do offer two brands of Lifepo4 chargers: Antigravity brand and the Optimate brand. Company have a 4-amp and an 8-amp charger. It will charge the battery to its intended peak voltage and will shut off when the battery is charged.

Do I need a special Charging System on the Motorcycle or Car to work with a Lithium Battery?

Company lithium batteries will operate perfectly fine with the stock charging system in most motorcycles, powersports vehicles and automobiles. Where the problem can occur is when charging the battery with a standalone charger. Additionally if you have an aftermarket charging system on your vehicle, note that cannot warranty the battery for use with aftermarket charging systems due to the fact that do not test with these and some of these are not regulated as strictly as a stock/standard system found in a motorcycle, powersports vehicle or automobile.

Can I use my Battery Tender or Lead/Acid Charger on a Lithium Battery?

No. Company do not recommend using any battery tender or other lead-acid standalone charger with a lithium battery. The reason is that lead-acid chargers will tend to overcharge a lithium battery. Additionally lead-acid chargers often have special modes like Desulfation Modes that can spike the voltage to the battery. This can damage a lithium battery.

Can I use any type of Lithium Charger on the Antigravity Battery?

NO! This can be dangerous. You should ONLY ever use a Motorsport/Powersports specific Lithium Charger or Maintainer for your lithium battery. Using other chargers can potentially cause an explosion or fire. Lithium has different chemistries and not all lithium chemistries are the same and thus require different chargers. Use only lithium chargers rated for Lifepo4 Lithium Iron Phosphate at the recommended charge rate.

What is the maximum Charge Rate for an Antigravity Lithium Battery?

The maximum charging rate will depend on the battery model, and can be found on the battery’s front label.

Does this battery require Trickle Charging?

In most cases no… The battery is Maintenance Free and can hold a charge for up to a year PROVIDED the bike/vehicle does not have a PARASITIC DRAIN or accessory taking the energy. IF your vehicle’s charging system is in good working order and you do not have any “parasitic drains” on the bike you should not have to charge this battery; rarely if ever. If you do have longer layoffs, or your bike has accessories creating a drain, you can purchase one of battery chargers specifically designed for this Lifepo4 technology.

What type of Lithium does Antigravity Batteries use?

Company use Lithium Iron Phosphate also called LifePo4. It charges and works perfectly fine with all 12V vehicle systems, provided the stock system is charging correctly.

What type of cell does Antigravity use?

Company use what is called a prismatic/pouch cell. Company do not use cylindric cells.

Can Lithium catch fire? I've heard of Tesla and airplanes and hoverboards catching fire.

With any energy dense battery there is a potential for fire to occur. But the facts are that there are circumstances that create the issues where the battery can go into what is called Thermal Runaway. Properly manufactured Lithium Batteries are safe. But certain circumstances should be avoided and proper care and maintenance of a lithium battery is vital to help avoid this condition. Company most recent batteries – the RE-START line of products – have a complete Battery Management System (BMS) that offers the protections needed inside the battery so it cannot get to a point of Thermal Runaway.

How long will the battery last?

This battery should last about 4-5 years, but this will be determined ultimately by how it is used and treated by the consumer. The type of use as a “starter battery” application provides for long life especially if all is well with your electrical system. But in racing and abusive use the lifespan may be much less. Also, parasitic drains or over-discharging or over-charging the battery will shorten life dramatically or ruin the battery. Just make sure you are disconnecting the vehicle if in storage and that you do not over-charge or let the battery drain below 11V and all will be good for a long time.
What are differences between Micro-Starts?
- JUMP-STARTING: For DIESEL starting, check out most powerful XP-10 and XP-10-HD (Heavy Duty). If you only need to jump-start gas engines, you can go with more compact XP-1, XP-3 or SPORT Micro-Start.
- CHARGING: ALL Micro-Starts are equipped with at least one USB port to charge your 5V USB devices (smartphones, tablets, etc). The XP-3 has Two USB ports. The XP-1, the XP-10 and the XP-10-HD also have Dual USB ports, plus a 12V DC output for powering accessories and a 19V output for charging laptops. (All Micro-Starts have a built-in, very bright multi-mode LED flashlight.)
- RECHARGING: The XP-1, XP-10 and XP-10-HD can be recharged by wall outlet or vehicle’s cigarette lighter port – charger accessories are included as part of the Micro-Start kit. The XP-3 and SPORT models recharge from any USB connection, such as found on your computer or phone charger, or in your car, a hotel or airport. These USB-rechargeable models are the most compact kits offer as they eliminate the need for the home and mobile chargers. Every Micro-Start comes in a durable carry case with all the accessories you need to charge your devices and jump-start your vehicle.
What is the difference between the XP-10 and XP-10-HD?
- POWER: The main difference between the original XP-10 and new XP-10-HD (Heavy Duty) version is that the HD model has more power and puts out an additional 50 Cranking Amps. They are the same physical size (9 x 3 x 1.25 inches) and have the same high capacity (18,000 mAh) for charging electronic devices.
- CLAMPS: Another difference is that the XP10-HD is equipped with much Larger, all-copper Heavy Duty Smart Clamps which are perfect for use in larger vehicles and fleets and also great for mechanics. Due to including larger clamps, the XP-10-HD Carry Case is also larger than the case for the original XP-10 kit. Both kits include a multi-tip USB cable, universal DC cable, 8 laptop tips, a wall charger and mobile charger.
Can I potentially use too big of a Micro-Start?

No – your vehicle, whether it is a car or a motorcycle and has a 12-volt system, will only take the energy it needs from the Micro-Start. For example if you hook up XP-10 to a very small mini cycle, and that mini cycle is based on a 12V system, then the mini cycle will only take the power necessary to start it from the XP-10. A Micro-Start does not push energy into the vehicle; the vehicle takes the energy that it requires from the Micro-Start. Therefore you can use a large Micro-Start on a small vehicle without issue; just make sure the vehicle is a 12V vehicle and not a 6V vehicle.

What about jump-starting motorcycles where fairings interfere with battery access?

Instead of using the Smart Clamps, you can use one of Clampless Starting Harnesses. This convenient accessory allows you to easily jump-start your vehicle and saves you time with no need for removing the fairing or seat on your motorcycle. Ring terminals on one end of the harness remain connected to your battery terminals. Route the harness cable such that you can tuck it out of the way when not in use but be able to access its connector end when you need to plug it into your Micro-Start’s jumpstart port to start your bike battery.

Can I use my device while it's being charged by the Micro-Start?

Yes but the phone or device will not be recharged as quickly as it would if not being used.

Does the Micro-Start have to fully discharged before it can be recharged?

No. You can use the Micro-Start PPS to charge devices until no lights are lit on its capacity indicator, but you can recharge the PPS before that point, while it still has capacity. Note: You should only use the Micro-Start to jumpstart vehicles if at least 3 lights are lit.

How do I recharge the Micro-Start itself?

Micro-Start models XP-1, XP-10, or XP-10-HD can all be recharged by using one of the two power cables that are included with your kit (AC wall charger or DC mobile charger). For charging from a wall outlet, plug in the charger then connect its other end to the 15V input port of your Micro-Start. For charging from your car or other vehicle, the mobile charger plugs into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter port, and to the Micro-Start’s 15V input port. Micro-Start models XP-3 and SPORT can be recharged via USB using the 4-into-1 USB cable included with your kit (the same cable used for charging your USB devices). Plug the Micro-USB tip into the Micro-Start’s input port and the other end into any USB outlet or device output. When charging, the indicator lights will flash one by one. All lights solidly lit means the Micro-Start is fully recharged. When fully charged, remove charger. Do not leave charging over 24 hours.