Topic: VFR stator/rotor in a CB550?

[jason41987]

i was reading other threads related to increasing power output on a honda CB... and i got some hints of people thinking a VFR stator and rotor might work... i was wondering if this is true?... since i am going with a cafe, that means smaller battery, and i would like to add GPS for traveling so i think despite the direction i go with this bike in terms of fuel delivery, starting system, whatever, it would be nice to get more juice out of the electrical system to have when i need it

so... yeah, has anyone done this, or seen it done? if so, from which bike specifically were the stator and rotor taken from, and if you havent seen this, some speculation as to what could work could be useful too

[matt mattison]

Good luck with increasing the output. I really dont think you can change the stator for an increase, but I could be wrong. The 550 was barely adequate in stock form. I think with new wiring, new connections etc, the best you can hope for is making the existing system as efficient as possible. Some 550 guys even shut off their headlights at stops to save juice. I think running around with a GPS on might leave you with a few towing expenses. Besides, GPS is for touring bikes anyway, not bare bones cafe. It's your bike so do whatever you wish , just my .02


1975 CB550F

[luap]

 Im guess the next 10 threads you will start is in the next DAY! Why dual disc? Why clean the carbs? What cowl looks the best on 550 an why? what material is best for seat padding.? why are tires round?what compound should I get for riding in the sand. How to mount a gun rack?. What is Google Search for? where do I buy the parts I need for my "cafe" How do I get more HP out of the 550 motor? Why cant I ride a O ring chain

Another ask a question just to ask a question.
My ? how do I hide these post. 5 a day an you dont let people even answer before your on to the next HOW come WHY Should I I want to though  sounds like my 3 yr old daughter.

[Retro Rocket]

One member here has put the VFR rotor and stator on a 750 he is running fuel injection on... Google search at the top left side of the page should help... Just type in VFR800 stator..

[jason41987]

what year VFR800 did he use? and do you know if the same will work on a 550?

[andy750]

You dont need a lot to run a GPS...its mA draw...like this one I use on my CB750

[jason41987]

my "gps" is really an android tablet i use for everything, GPS included so that might draw more

[andy750]

Not really I charge my IPhone as I run the GPS and heated grips...all off the battery. No issues.

and see here...

http://www.quora.com/iPhone/How-much-current-does-an-iPhone-draw-in-Amps

[Retro Rocket]

what year VFR800 did he use? and do you know if the same will work on a 550?

Jason, i gave you the instructions to find the thread, its as easy as i said....

Google search at the top left side of the page should help... Just type in VFR800 stator..  about 4th or 5th down the page, fuel injection thread...

[FunJimmy]

Besides, GPS is for touring bikes anyway, not bare bones cafe.

Excuse me?



GPS are also excellent speedos, FYI! 

[jason41987]

i should consider getting a smaller dedicated GPS like that... my tablet is probably much too large to comfortably use, do you use that GPS for your speedometer as well?

also, andy... its not so much whether the battery is enough or not, but whether or not it would be enough after the battery has been scaled down and hidden under a cafe seat cowl

[matt mattison]

Besides, GPS is for touring bikes anyway, not bare bones cafe.

Excuse me?



GPS are also excellent speedos, FYI! 

LOL. I guess that shows how much I know. Is moisture a concern with that GPS, or do you just unplug it if you get caught in  a shower.

[FunJimmy]

LOL. I guess that shows how much I know. Is moisture a concern with that GPS, or do you just unplug it if you get caught in  a shower.

That's a waterproof Garmin nuvi550.
No problem in the rain, but I don't use the bike for commuting and rarely get caught in rain.

[Scott S]

Besides, GPS is for touring bikes anyway, not bare bones cafe.

Excuse me?



GPS are also excellent speedos, FYI! 

 Where's the "Like" button? I like this bike more and more every day. I'd love to do some really long road trips and some of us are "directionally challenged". I love my GPS.