What does the rectifier on a Honda bike do?

What does the rectifier on a Honda bike do?

The factory voltage regulator (limits total voltage to the battery ) and rectifier (converts AC to DC) were barely up to the task back in the day. Add 40 years of heat, weather and previous owners wiring hacks and no wonder the battery on your bike is always dead.

Can a rectifier be mounted to a factory regulator?

Installation Tip: This unit replaces both the factory regulator and rectifier. Depending on the bike you are working on, the new regulator rectifier can be mounted to the original voltage regulator bracket by elongating the holes with a round file.

What kind of regulator does a Honda CB350 use?

Well, we put our heads together and made a easy to install and affordable Honda replacement regulator / rectifier combo kit. This modern Honda CB350, CB360, CB450, CB500T regulator / rectifier combo is a single unit that replaces both factory parts.

Is there a warranty on a Honda rectifier?

All Rick’s regulator rectifier come with a one year replacement warranty. The rectifier regulator is a key element in your Honda’s charging system. Many older vehicles, such as your Honda, relied on older field-excited charging circuits that utilized a separate rectifier and regulator.

Why is the Honda rectifier regulator so important?

About Rick’s Honda Regulator Rectifier. Why the Honda Regulator Rectifier is Important. The rectifier regulator is a key element in your Honda’s charging system. Many older vehicles, such as your Honda, relied on older field-excited charging circuits that utilized a separate rectifier and regulator.

What do you need to know about Rick’s regulator rectifier?

This new unit combines your bike’s separate rectifier and regulator into one modern unit that is perfect for custom café racers! This is designed to plug into the stock wiring harness. All Rick’s regulator rectifier come with a one year replacement warranty.

Where can I get a motorcycle regulator rectifier?

Rick’s Motorsport Electrics has been manufacturing motorcycle, ATV, & UTV charging components for over 30 years. This new unit combines your bike’s separate rectifier and regulator into one modern unit that is perfect for custom café racers!

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