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If you're not going to be away from civilisation, it's not as critical. If you are going to be away from civilisation then it matters more.
If you're sticking around near towns & the battery dies, then you should be able to pick up a new battery anywhere and if you can undo a few nuts and bolts you should be able to remove the old and insert the new without any dramas.
However, if you're going to be away from civilisation for some time & the battery dies, then you'll be in a bit of a pickle. In this case, you may like to replace it before you leave.