do a how to on using a capacitor instead of battery

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jelloelstone

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didnt feel like wadding through the archives but could someone do a how to on putting in a capacitor? pics or vid. i want to put one in my honda cb 125 because i hate batteries they = to much wiring issues i just want my bike to have headlight and tailight. any help would be much appriciated!
 
As far as I know there really isn't a "how to" to it. If your bike has a permanent magnet alternator or magneto, you just swap the battery for a capacitor. However, it'll be kick only and depending on the quality and type of the capacitor, your headlight might flicker at low rpm and the horn might sound a little wonky.
 
Unless you plan on getting rid of your turnsignals, gauge lights, and anything other than a headlight and taillight youll have to wire in a small battery anyway. Its easier to keep the battery. Youre not going to see less issues with a capacitor as it basically just replaces the battery. Theyre great for race bikes and stripped down choppers. If you want a fully functioning street bike that will pass inspection they arent the best idea.
 
I agree. As far as wiring, you'd have the same. The capacitor just allows you to make the bike kick only and get rid of the heavy battery and tray. And starter I guess, but you could do that anyway.
 
I just made a tray and re located all the electrical bits onto it.
not pretty but it worked
 

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