Odyssey EXTREME RACING 20, EXTREME RACING 22, EXTREME RACING 25, EXTREME RACING 30, EXTREME RACING 35 Owner's Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

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Engineered to take you to the red line – and the finish line

WHY USE ODYSSEY® EXTREME RACING™ BATTERIES?

GUARANTEED LONGER SERVICE LIFE

With an eight to twelve year design life (float) and a three to ten year service life, ODYSSEY® Extreme Racing™
batteries save you time and money because you do not have to replace the battery as often. ODYSSEY
Extreme Racing batteries are warranted against factory defects for three (3) years.

SUPERIOR CRANKING AND FAST CHARGE CAPABILITY

The 5 second cranking power of ODYSSEY Extreme Racing batteries is double to triple that of equally sized

conventional batteries, even when the temperature is as low as - 40°C (-40°F). Also, with simple constant
voltage charging (alternator or independent charger), there is no limitation on the inrush current, so the user
is assured of fast charge recovery.

MOUNTING FLEXIBILITY

The ODYSSEY Extreme Racing battery may be installed in any orientation (except inverted) without sacrificing
any performance attributes. There is no fear of any acid spillage as ODYSSEY Extreme Racing batteries recycle
the internal gas during operation or charging. The valve regulated design of the ODYSSEY Extreme Racing
battery eliminates the need for an acid vent tube; eliminating the fear of acid burns or damage to expensive
chrome or paint.

SUPERIOR VIBRATION RESISTANCE

ODYSSEY Extreme Racing batteries have endured rigorous tests that demonstrate their overall ruggedness and
exceptional tolerance of mechanical abuse.

READY OUT OF THE BOX

ODYSSEY Extreme Racing batteries are shipped fully charged. If the ODYSSEY Extreme Racing battery's
voltage is 12.65V or greater, simply install the battery in your vehicle and you are ready to go! If below 12.65V,
boost charge following the instructions in the ODYSSEY Extreme Racing battery Owner’s Manual and/or
Technical Manual. Putting a boost on the battery will not damage it, even if its voltage reads higher than 12.65V.

WORRY-FREE SHIPPING

Owing to the drycell design, the US Department of Transportation (USDOT) has classified the ODYSSEY
Extreme Racing battery as nonspillable, so it may be shipped worry-free by express service or by air. Please
see our MSDS sheet for complete details at www.odysseybattery.com

LONGER STORAGE LIFE

Unlike conventional batteries that require a recharge every six to twelve weeks, the ODYSSEY Extreme Racing

battery can be stored for up to two years at 25ºC (77ºF) from a fully charged state. These batteries can be
stored for two years or when the open circuit voltage (OCV) drops to 12.00V, whichever comes first.

DEEP DISCHARGE RECOVERY

Should the ODYSSEY Extreme Racing battery become deeply discharged, simply recharge following
instructions in this manual.

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1. Using proper procedures as recommended by the vehicle manufacturer, carefully disconnect the cables
from your old battery and remove it from the vehicle. Return the spent battery to the battery dealer for
proper recycling.

2. Inspect existing battery cables for corrosion, acid damage or insulation deterioration. Replace if
deterioration is present.

3. Position your ODYSSEY Extreme Racing battery in the battery holder and fasten firmly to the vehicle.

4. Connect the positive cable from your ignition to the Positive (+) terminal.

5. Connect the negative cable from your engine or chassis to the Negative (-) terminal.

6. Torque the bolt, screw or nut per the specification noted in table. If you’re using the Accessory Bolt
(C), hold the Brass Post (A) with vise grips and counter torque. Do the same with General Motors

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automotive battery cable installation.

NOTE: This is a valve regulated sealed battery and never needs to have water or electrolyte (acid) added.

Warranty will be void if opened!

SPECIAL NOTICE!

• CUSTOM V-TWIN MOTORCYCLE INSTALLATIONS USING ODYSSEY EXTREME RACING

18, 20, 25 AND 35 BATTERIES
If your V-Twin motorcycle is equipped with a standard 32 amp single phase stator/alternator, the

appropriate ODYSSEY Extreme Racing battery may run out of charge after about 150 miles of riding.

To avoid this situation we strongly recommend the ODYSSEY Ultimizer™ charger model OMAX-6A-1B
for existing 32 amp equipped bikes, with the charger being operated continuously during the non-use

of the bike and/or installing a 3-phase 40 amp or higher stator/alternator, especially in new bikes.

• Prolonged storage of vehicles with fuel injection computers, alarms, GPS and other electrical devices

that require continuous battery power to support active memories; this power drain must be offset with

a maintenance-float charger, periodic charging or disconnecting the battery to prevent the establishment
of irreversible crystallized sulphation in the battery plate oxide. Failure to address this destroys battery
capacity and voids the warranty, as this is not a warranted defect in materials or workmanship.

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INSTALLATION

Your ODYSSEY® Extreme Racing™ battery is normally ready to install right out of the box! Measure the
battery voltage; if it is 12.65 volts or greater, install; if less, then refer to the charging section.

ANY OF THE FOLLOWING WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY:

• REMOVING THE LABELED COVER

• REMOVING OR DESTROYING THE BATTERY’S DATE CODE

• EXPOSING BATTERY TO OIL, ORGANIC SOLVENT, ALCOHOL, DETERGENT, STRONG ACIDS,

STRONG ALKALIS, PETROLEUM-BASED SOLVENT OR AMMONIA SOLUTIONS

DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT YOUR ODYSSEY

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EXTREME RACING™ BATTERY'S TERMINALS!
Remove any metallic items such as watches, bracelets and other personal jewelry to ensure safe
installation.

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M6 x 1
THREAD

15.5mm
(0.61”)

Extreme Racing 22

M6 x 1
THREAD

11.0mm
(0.43”)

Extreme Racing

15, 30 and 40

B

B. Washer
C. Battery

A

C

All Other Models

NOTE: Extreme Racing
18 Bolt installation is
horizontal orientation.

A. Brass Post
B. Helicoil Insert
C. Accessory Bolt
3/8“ - 16 Thread
(not included)
D. Battery

A

B

C

D

Optional Accessories

(see page 4 for applications)

SAE
Terminals