Solution for ignition problems...Maybe

volvonut · Jun 11, 2005

I am messing with the idea of retrofitting a japanese( I hope that is not a dirty word) ignition for older Bergs to replace the SEM at time of failure. My idea would involve making up a complete package, stator, flywheel, wiring and instructions all in one kit. I am just getting started with this idea and wanted to get some feedback from all of you first before proceeding. I own a 96 or a 97 FE600E, not sure yet, and have tried to pick through the pieces on the forums to get info. I need to know the wattage of the systems, both e-start and not. Are they all the same? Are there different diameters? etc. If mine on my bike fails, I will do this. I realize this may involve some machining to the parts as well as figuring out the timming aspects (marks on parts). Is this something people would be interested in?

Thanks,
Volvonut

risky1 · Jun 12, 2005

I seem to remember a member from over seas having done this. I also know that our resident god (dale) has toyed with the idea as well but has I believe decided it was cost prohibative. if you can do it i am would be interested.

this is the deciding factor for me selling the current bike and dropping the cash on a newer one.

sandskipper · Jun 12, 2005

volvonut,

I have an 02 FC550 with the SEM system installed and have not yet had mine go in the crapper yet. When it does decide to fry itself I would indeed be interested in a better/upgraded ignition to retrofit in place of the stock unit. Don't know if you have plans to design for the 2002 model year but I have thought the same thing as you are describing above. There has got to be a better solution than replacing a $400+ ignition every other year as part of our routine maint.

The info I found regarding my bike is that the stator puts out 12V @ 70W. If the bike has the e start and/or lighting kit the bike than has a second out which is also 70W.

Regards,

volvonut · Jun 13, 2005

Sandskipper, others,

Thanks for the information! I really thought I would have got a lot more replys than this already, so I will retrofit mine and just post the details on what will be needed when I finish.

Volvonut

logjump · Jun 13, 2005

I think many would be interested but are concerned that it may not work for the 1999-2003 models. If something like a retrofit could happen and not get into the extreme price range I would be interested. I have the feeling this could be a $1,000+ upgrade but keep us posted on your research! Member hribman, did a retrofit from a KTM and has pics in his gallery.

hribman's gallery

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mikst · Jun 15, 2005

volvonut said:
... I need to know the wattage of the systems, both e-start and not. Are they all the same? ...

Since enduro is a day around activity +200W is good but 150W is okay too.

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