2008 FJR Alternator Capability

[Road Runner III]

I am looking into buying some heated gear and want to make sure the alternator can handle the job. I will also be adding other things like a GPS and just do not want to have alternator issues.

Anyone have any tips/info?

Thanks,

Steve

Roadrunner III

 

[Ignacio]

Read the Bin O' Facts as you were suggested when you signed up. Details are included in there about alternator capacity, spare watts, and some examples of some items.

 

[rfespinosa]

Here are some numbers for my '08 FJR and my elec stuff.

590 watts @5000 rpm is the alternator capacity

120 to 130 watt spare capacity

35 w for a Widder heated vest

36 w for Yamaha OEM heated grips

10 w for McCruise control

15 w for Zumo 550

18 w for JMCB radio

114 w installed capacity

However, 70 - 75 mph in top gear is below 5000 rpm, I don't remember, it's around 4000 rpm.

I haven't installed the CB radio yet and it has not been cold enough for the heated vest yet. My last installation will be a voltage sensor, then I'll know for sure how I stand on wattage.

Ron