Compact 3.8A smart charger for motorcycles, scooters, and small cars. Temperature-compensated charging.
The CTEK MXS 3.8 is the right charger for motorcycles, scooters, and older small cars with traditional lead-acid batteries. It uses the same proven 8-step charging algorithm as the MXS 5.0 but at a gentler 3.8A output — better suited for smaller batteries that would be stressed by 5A. The temperature sensor automatically adjusts the charging voltage based on ambient temperature, which matters in India where workshop temperatures can swing from 10°C in winter to 45°C in summer. At the wrong voltage, even a healthy battery can be overcharged.
vs MXS 5.0: The 5.0 is better for cars — faster and handles larger batteries with full AGM support. The 3.8 is the right choice for bikes, scooters, and older small cars with 12–45Ah batteries. If you're not sure, get the MXS 5.0 — it handles everything the 3.8 does, plus more.
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