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Is the True® Smart Dual Battery Kit Compatible with All Polaris General Models?

The True® Smart Dual Battery Kit by True Amalgamated is compatible with all Polaris General models from 2016 to 2025, including:

  • Polaris General 1000 (2016–2025)
  • Polaris General XP 1000 (2016–2025)
  • Polaris General 4 / General 4 XP 1000 (2016–2025)

This top of the line Polaris General Dual Battery Kit is specifically designed for all Polaris models  and includes part variants tailored to both standard lead-acid and lithium battery systems.

@trueisolators True Smart Battery Isolator is designed to manage dual battery systems efficiently—especially in vehicles, RVs, and boats. Here’s how it protects and powers your setup: https://trueam.com ⚙️ How It Works When your engine runs and the starter battery reaches 13.4 volts, the isolator engages, connecting both batteries to charge simultaneously. If voltage drops below 12.9 volts, it disengages, separating the batteries to prevent the starter battery from being drained by accessories. The system includes a 10-second delay before switching states to avoid false triggers from voltage fluctuations. Protection Benefits Prevents power drain: Keeps your starter battery safe from auxiliary loads like fridges or lights. Surge protection: Shields your system from ignition surges and voltage spikes. No voltage drop: Unlike diode isolators, True’s design avoids energy loss during charging. #SxS #utv #polaris #dfna #RZR ♬ original sound – trueisolators

🔧 Key Features & Benefits

1. Fully Automatic Voltage Sensing

  • The True® best battery isolator instantly connects both batteries once charging voltage reaches 13.4 V and disconnects when it drops below 12.9 V
  • Ensures your starter battery is always fully charged while powering accessories from the secondary bank.

2. Designed for Polaris General

  • Polaris-specific wiring harnesses ensure a clean, factory-like installation in all General models 2016–2025

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3. High Performance & Reliable

  • 12 V, 140 A continuous current capacity (170 A surge)
  • Supports stator charging systems typical of UTVs like Polaris General

4. Durable & User-Friendly

  • Waterproof, temperature-tolerant housing built for rugged off-road conditions
  • Optional remote voltmeter gauges the status of both batteries.
  • Low idle draw (<13 mA) ensures no parasitic drain

 

@trueisolators Testing your True® Battery Isolator in a UTV is essential to ensure your dual battery system is working properly and protecting your starter battery. Here’s a practical guide to walk you through the process: Step-by-Step Testing Instructions Start Your UTV Engine Let it idle for a minute. The isolator monitors voltage and should activate once the starter battery reaches 13.4V. Check the Blue LED The isolator’s internal LED should glow blue when both batteries are connected and charging. If it doesn’t light up, your voltage may be too low or wiring may need inspection. Turn Off the Engine After shutdown, the voltage will drop. Once it falls below 12.9V, the LED should turn off, indicating the batteries are now isolated. Use Accessories to Speed Up Voltage Drop Turn on lights or a stereo to help bring the voltage down faster and confirm the isolator disengages properly. Multimeter Test With engine running: both batteries should read 14.2V–14.8V With engine off: starter battery should stay above 12.8V, accessory battery may vary depending on load Confirm Voltage Matching If both batteries show similar voltage (within 0.1V) while the LED is on, the isolator is working correctly. If there’s a large difference (e.g., 14.2V vs. 12.2V), the isolator may be faulty https://www.dfna.info #trueisolator #rzr #polaris #utv #sxs ♬ original sound – trueisolators

🛠 How It Works & Installation

How It Works:
When your engine is running and voltage reaches ~13.4 V, the True isolator automatically links both batteries, allowing full charging. When voltage drops below ~12.9 V (engine off), it disconnects, protecting the starter battery.

Installation Steps:

  1. Mount the isolator unit inside the General’s battery compartment using the included hardware or 3M Dual Lock.
  2. Connect the red cables to the starter and auxiliary batteries; connect the black cable to ground.
  3. Optionally install the remote LED voltmeter in the dash area.
  4. Total installation time: ~45–60 minutes with basic tools.

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FAQs

Q: Can I use lithium batteries?
Yes. Install the True® UTV‑SBI‑19L lithium version if one of your batteries is lithium

Q: Is engine modification required?
No—direct wire-in; no ignition triggers or alternator splicing needed .

Q: Will it void my Polaris warranty?
No. The isolator is a bolt-on accessory that does not tamper with factory wiring or electronics.

Q: What about heat, water, or vibration?
The unit is rated to operate in temps from –30 °C to 105 °C, is waterproof and vibration-resistant, and ideal for off-road environments

Q: Which fuse size & cable gauge are recommended?
Use 6‑gauge cables for positive and ground connections. Fuse based on battery amperage for safety

Q: Does installation require alternator or ignition wiring mods?
No—this install requires only battery and ground cables. No rewiring of alternator or ignition circuits

Bottom Line

The True® Smart Dual Battery Kit delivers smart, seamless power management for all 2016–2025 Polaris General models, with versions supporting both lead-acid and lithium systems. It ensures reliable starting power, protects your batteries, and supports accessory usage—without compromise.

🛠️ Wiring Diagram & Installation (UTV-SBI-CM)

How to Wire Dual Battery Isolator?

  1. Disconnect negative terminals on both batteries.
  2. Mount the isolator inside the battery compartment using 3M Dual Lock™ or hardware. 
  3. Connect red cable #1 to the main (starter) battery + terminal on one isolator stud.
  4. Connect red cable #2 to the auxiliary battery + terminal on the opposite stud.
  5. Connect the True® Smart Polaris Battery Isolator ground wire to a clean, common chassis ground.
  6. Add a ground cable from the auxiliary battery negative to the same common ground. 
  7. Reconnect the negative terminals.

  8. Start engine and confirm the LED lights up, indicating proper connection. 

Video Installation Guide

Watch this installation walk-through video for a visual walkthrough:
SXS UTV Dual battery wiring video – Original True® Retailer

Optional Ignition Wire (Remote Crank Disconnect)

Ideal for smaller-gauge charging setups, you can add a remote crank wire from the STI’s blade connector to the ignition’s starter wire. This prevents backfeed while cranking

Summary

With plug-and-play wiring, built-in voltage sensing, and easy LED diagnostics, the True UTV-SBI-CM dual battery kit is a reliable solution for Polaris General owners. Watch the video and follow the wiring steps to ensure flawless power management—even during off-road adventures.