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dangerzone2

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  1. Just checked the specs for the CX-5 and the max towing capacity is 2000 pounds. Generally, 10-15% of the weight is directly on the hitch (tongue weight) which would give a max tongue of 200-300 pounds. Of course, tow ratings are very conservative, however, 450+ pounds will probably be too much.
     
    Worst case scenario you just get some dank wheelies out of the CX-5!
  2. I ride year round and have had no problems starting my bike in sub freezing weather with the Lithium battery. 
    Depends on the battery / bike combination. I had a Li battery I could start in near freezing  weather after being outside overnight. But a buddy who kept his bike in a garage couldn't start his bike sub 40 degrees. In his case I figured it was more a picky Triumph Daytona 675 than a battery (that bike hates starting in cold weather... ask me how I know lol).
    My KTM 690 has a Li batt and its a pain in the ass.  Granted, turning over all 650cc's at one time is much harder than spreading the displacement out over a few cylinders, regardless, the thing is picky under 50 degrees.  I got it down to turning the ignition on and high beams while gearing up, then low beams and hold the "flash to pass", then it usually cranks no problem.  
     
    If I had to buy a battery for my FJ, there's no way it would be a Li.  Saving a few pounds is not worth it for this bike (IMO)  
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