KrZy8 Gen2 - Charging Circuit

[Harald]

I think the '06 and '07 bikes are capped at 14.0.

If so, I have an exceptional 07 because it regularly shows 14.2 on my datel meter when no accessory loads are on. But the only reason I'm getting that high is because of the Roadstercycles RR harness that I installed after reading about Don's successful repair. I was fine before installing the harness up until the point that I cranked up the heated liner, grips and gloves and then the voltage was dipping too low.

 

[doug5551]

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SkooterG,

This is the thread where DCarver investigates the electrical issues of the Gen 2.

It helped me when my POS Gen 2 caught the issue.

You really should learn how to use the search function....

 

[Diablo1]

I just installed the Roadstercycle super harness on my 2006 FJR1300 AE. Before installation I was measuring 13.0 volts at idle - 1050 rpm. After installation 13.8 volts. It was a lot of work installing the harness because it’s a little too short. The location of the shortstop device also makes it difficult. I attached the red positive lead to the starter solenoid to shorten the distance. If the harness was 6-12 inches longer, and the positive lead from the shortstop was 12 inches longer, the installation would be a snap. Then you could put the shortstop under the tank or under the right upper fairing, and wire it to the battery.

 

[Diablo1]

A follow up on the Roadstercycle super harness. The shortstop 30 amp circuit breaker failed. It would cycle on and off after the bike was running for a few minutes, causing poor charging and low battery voltage. I see now that Roadstercycle uses a 50 amp shortstop in their FJR kit. The 30 amp shortstop worked ok for about 18 months. I upgraded to a 50 amp shortstop from Bass Pro. I also now have a spare Shindengen F020-aa voltage regulator.