Like many popular spiral-wound batteries, ODYSSEY batteries employ dry cell AGM technology to contain acid, allowing the battery to be installed even on its side. But the densely packed flat plates in an ODYSSEY battery avoid the “dead space” between cylinders in a “six-pack” design. The result is 15% more plate surface area — and that translates to more power!

ODYSSEY batteries are shipped fully charged. If the ODYSSEY 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 or float charge following the instructions in the ODYSSEY battery Owner’s Manual and/or Technical Manual.
If however you are using a total loss system you should always charge your battery after use and unless you are vigilant with your charging recheme you should charge 2 days before your event to let the battery settle and check voltage to confirm all is OK prior to competition.