electric outlet on mk3 850

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on my mk3 850 1976 I have what I believe to be a 2 pin socket outlet, it is just behind the kick start. can I change this to take modern plug in equipment ie phone, usb, action camera. will it be fused or be 'alternating' power and damage equipment. thanks for any help. neil
 
all current going out of the battery and through your wiring is direct current, AC is what comes out of your alternator and is then converted to DC

so yes you can wire up anything you want
 
The outlet is a simple unswitched connection straight to the battery (via the main fuse) on one side, and straight to ground on the other. Keep in mind though, that it's "Positive Ground" on a stock bike, and wire your connector accordingly for whatever off-bike application you want. I just use mine for a simple heating element so it doesn't matter ....

Lannis
 
mudplugger said:
can I change this to take modern plug in equipment

Why not buy one of the fused accessory/USB socket kits that connect to the battery terminals.
 
L.A.B. said:
mudplugger said:
can I change this to take modern plug in equipment

Why not buy one of the fused accessory/USB socket kits that connect to the battery terminals.

I would love one of those that fits into one of the headshell holes for the insect eyes.
 
L.A.B. said:
mudplugger said:
can I change this to take modern plug in equipment

Why not buy one of the fused accessory/USB socket kits that connect to the battery terminals.
good idea L.A.B. I will look into that. I am off to Spain in 4 weeks so hope to sort it before then. never enough hours in the day.
 
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