Alternator Kits for Vincents
Can I emphasize what RapCom has written. If you do not care about original looks then fit a car alternator kit and forget any previous limitations that you have experienced. I use indicators, coil ignitions, a 130/90 watt headlight bulb and on a twin never see a discharge. The same bike with a Bell conversion used to show a 6 to 8 amp discharge on slow country lane corners with only a 60 watt headlight. Dick Sherwin also has, in addition to my equipment. heated grips, heated gloves, heated waistcoat and possibly even a heated willy warmer. With everything switched on at the same time the full load is balanced at 2,000 rpm. About 40 of these car alternator kits have now been fitted. The alternator used gives 400 watts and in addition is not a permanent magnet type so it does not generate current that is not needed. Compare that with the alternatives. Contact RapCom or me for more details.