16. CHARGING SYSTEM
SERVICE INFORMATION
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
• The battery is a MF battery which needs no refilling of distilled water.
• Do not quick charge the battery. Be sure to use a MF battery charger and the battery temperature
should not exceed 45℃.
• Remove the battery from the motorcycle for charging. If the battery must be charged on the
motorcycle, keep sparks and flames away from a charging battery.
• When inspecting the A.C. generator, use an electric tester.
• Route the charging system wires properly to avoid shorted wire due to wires being twisted or
kinked.
SPECIFICATIONS
Battery capacity 12V7AH
Electrolyte specific gravity 1,260～1,280 20℃
Charging current 7.0A max.
Charging rpm 2,100 rpm (min.)
11A min./3,000 rpm
A.C. generator
Capacity
Regulator/Rectifier No contact point type
Charging coil resistance 0.2～0.3Ω
TORQUE VALUES
A.C. generator stator bolt 0.8～1.2kg-m
A.C. generator rotor bolt 5.5～6.5kg-m
SPECIAL TOOLS
Flywheel holder
Flywheel puller
TESTING INSTRUMENTS
Kowa electric tester
Sanwa electric tester
SERVICE INFORMATION......................16-1 PERFORMANCE TEST............................16-4
TROUBLESHOOTING............................. 16-2 A.C. GENERATOR ..................................16-4
BATTERY.................................................16-3 REGULATOR/RECTIFIER .....................16-5
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