Power available for heated clothing etc..

[shroffman]

Hi All, sorry if this has been discussed before, I own a 08' and wanted to know how much power I could safely draw out of the alternator for things

like heated clothing etc.. I believe the alternator on the Gen II is 590Watt, but how much of that is needed by the bike, and what is left?

Thanks,

 

[Checkswrecks]

Try this in Google:

site:fjrforum.com "how much" heated jacket lights

 

[Burnspot]

In general, you'll have no issues running heated gear. Gen I guys have to watch their usage a bit more closely, but with a Gen II, you should be fine for common things. The search tool does do wonders on ferreting out such info from here though. Check the FAQ's...

 

[na1g]

Put a Powerlet "BMW"-style socket on top of the panel right behind the battery. Connect short, fused wires directly to the battery terminals. This by-passes any of the dodgey electrical connectors and ensures you get full power to the heaters. It also provides a handy spot to plug in a battery charger. Works for me, anyway. YRMV.

pete