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Offline marvic

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Problems with dyno charging
« on: 26.12. 2022 18:22 »
I have 1959 bsa a10 and having some problems with charging. I’ve noticed that the amp meter when I’m riding the bike is not moving and that means it’s not charging. I have the battery flat dead but I believe that has nothing to do with the charging system, I opened the timing side cover to check the belt and belt looks to be working fine as well.

So what’s my next move? What should I check next please? Thanks for any help
Malta 59 A10

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Re: Problems with dyno charging
« Reply #1 on: 26.12. 2022 19:01 »
G'day marvic.
I'm not the best at electrical, but I find this page a great help https://www.matchlessclueless.com/electrical/lucas/testing-lucas-dynamo/
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Re: Problems with dyno charging
« Reply #2 on: 27.12. 2022 00:22 »
Hi Marvic,
Some electronic regulators will not work when the battery is flat
Start off with a known good battery and see what works first

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Re: Problems with dyno charging
« Reply #3 on: 27.12. 2022 08:24 »
Here's a step-by-step guide to checking the charging system, available on the Priory magnetos website. Click on the link near the top of the page. https://sites.google.com/site/priorymagnetos/dynamos

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Re: Problems with dyno charging
« Reply #4 on: 28.12. 2022 07:14 »
Thank you to all for the help
Malta 59 A10