Charging Systems Options

[Sky King]

If the stock system on my 75 is toast which I do believe it is what is the consensus here on Dime City's PMA set up? I would still be looking to keep my battery for the electric start so I don't want to go the capacitor route. Any of you using this on your bike and like it? Well made? Long term reliability?

PMA Kit - Permanent Magnet Alternator - TX650 - XS650 - XS-Charge | Vintage DIY Motorcycle Parts | Dime City Cycles

 

[Jim]

I believe that particular PMA has a spotty record. The only one I can think of that's reliable is the Vape PMA, but that's well north of $600.
Your stock system can be fixed for less than that.
You can build your own reg/rec from automotive parts for under $50. It'll likely outlast us.
The rotor can be rewound for $105.
The stator is bulletproof. Highly unlikely it's bad.
New brushes go for under $20

https://www.xs650.com/threads/rewound-alternator-rotor.54276/
https://www.xs650.com/threads/55842

 

[Its been a long time]

A recent member's experience of Vape PMA -

https://www.xs650.com/threads/stalling-at-idle-after-hot-highway-ride.68540/post-887069

I wholeheartedly agree with Jim's answer. Rewind the rotor, fit new brushes and use industry standard rectifier and regulator. Cheap, reliable charging system.

 

[grouchie77]

I have Hughs Handbuilt PMA and it seems to work ok.

 

[Bjorn]

Guy from the linked topic here. I used to be convinced that VAPE was the way to go. I still think it has a lot of potential but my recent interactions regarding warranty have changed my mind. And ive seen the prices of their system skyrocket.

But i encourage you do investigate it for yourself!

 

[YamadudeXS650C]

If the stock system on my 75 is toast which I do believe it is what is the consensus here on Dime City's PMA set up? I would still be looking to keep my battery for the electric start so I don't want to go the capacitor route. Any of you using this on your bike and like it? Well made? Long term reliability?

PMA Kit - Permanent Magnet Alternator - TX650 - XS650 - XS-Charge | Vintage DIY Motorcycle Parts | Dime City Cycles

Jim has provided you with the best option IMHO.
His rotor rewinds are the cat's pajamas.

https://www.xs650.com/threads/rewound-alternator-rotor.54276/

And it's all quite easy to do.


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