CL77 old electronics

joeclampitt89@gmai

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How durable are the old electrical components on a CL77E 1965–1968 Honda CL77 Scrambler (a 305cc motorcycle)? I am working on a chopper my father put together and it has the condenser, selenium rectifyer and battery eliminator from back when he built it. Sat in a garage and not been ran much since the mid 80s.
 
mike in idaho said:
About as reliable as anything, stone-axe simple. You might consider switching to a modern rectifier/regulator. If it was Mine, I would toss the battery eliminator and install a battery, better running at low speeds and safer in modern day traffic.
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I am going to update the electrical components and possibly change it to battery.... I like the idea of no battery but I have been reading about the low idle issues with an eliminator.
 
joeclampitt89@gmai said:
I am going to update the electrical components and possibly change it to battery.... I like the idea of no battery but I have been reading about the low idle issues with an eliminator.
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Your best value for a modern rec/reg unit is this one from Sparck Moto. The seller is not only one of our sponsors but he's also a vintage Honda owner, has been involved with these bikes for a long time and has been a member here since day 1. He's @Sonreir here at VHT and also offers excellent support for all his products.

12V Single Phase Regulator/Rectifier - Sparck Moto

Sparck Moto - Modern Gear for your Vintage Ride
www.sparckmoto.com www.sparckmoto.com
 
ancientdad said:
Your best value for a modern rec/reg unit is this one from Sparck Moto. The seller is not only one of our sponsors but he's also a vintage Honda owner, has been involved with these bikes for a long time and has been a member here since day 1. He's @Sonreir here at VHT and also offers excellent support for all his products.

12V Single Phase Regulator/Rectifier - Sparck Moto

Sparck Moto - Modern Gear for your Vintage Ride
www.sparckmoto.com www.sparckmoto.com
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Perfect, thank you!
 
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