We have discovered something we feel is important to pass along to our current and future customers (especially those with the Kawasaki KX 125 motorcycle). The issue at hand is regarding the replacement 12 volt Power Wheels batteries made by Powertron. As many of you know we have an upgrade for the gray colored 12V 9.5A battery which generally replaces these battery part numbers: 00801-1048, 00801-0638, 00801-1460, 00801-1661. Our 12V 14A Powertron version offers nearly 50% longer run time and provides access to an external fuse rather than an internal breaker that malfunctions and cannot be replaced.
Kawasaki KX 125 Power Wheels Battery Concern
Thanks to our wonderful customers, we have discovered that Fisher Price has made a replica of the Kawasaki KX 125 motorcycle that is form fitted to the exact shape of the original Power Wheels 12V battery. The Powertron 14A replacement will not fit properly since it has the fuse sticking up atop the battery (see picture). The traditional applications, such as the Barbie Jeep, have ample space in and around the battery to allow for the external fuse extending beyond the battery case.
Luckily the connector cable is long enough to still allow for operation of the toy. But as you can see in the picture it is not ideal and leaves the battery sticking out a couple inches. It is in our opinion that you should not buy the Powertron replacement version PT1412_TOY if you have the Kawasaki KX125 or similar tight fitting application. Some of you may be OK with modifying the compartment or leaving the battery stick out as seen in the picture, but the majority of you will not and should avoid purchasing this upgraded battery for this toy. Your kids (or grand kids) will just have to be mad at you and charge the original twice as often.