Rectifier Position?

Discussion in 'Bonneville' started by Beardy, May 14, 2017.

  1. Beardy

    Beardy New Member

    Apr 17, 2017
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    Hi all. Does it matter if the rectifier is horizontal (factory fit) or vertical? I'm looking to move it and thinking vertical tucks it out the way a little more. What do you think? Cheers
     
  2. Rocker

    Rocker Elite Member

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    No
    Don't think it matters mate
     
  3. curly

    curly Noble Member

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    I would want to make sure it remains in a position where it gets plenty of air around it for cooling purposes, it is surprising just how hot this monstrosity gets!
    Curly
     
  4. Rudeboy

    Rudeboy Senior Member

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    Personally I think it looks nicer just moved back to the frame im pretty sure it wouldnt make much difference if its sideways mounted as long as it gets plenty of cooling as stated above heres a pic of what i did to mine just tidies up the front forks

    download copy.jpg
     
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  5. curly

    curly Noble Member

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    just like mine!

    Curly
     
  6. MickEng

    MickEng Noble Member

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    #6 MickEng, May 17, 2017
    Last edited: May 18, 2017
    I was wondering why my rectifier didn't bother me, the bikini fairing hides most of it and the remaining visible fins blend in with the gaiters. Sorted!
    Not the clearest of pictures but you get the jist.

    IMG_0749.JPG

    IMG_0832.JPG
     
  7. Oldyam

    Oldyam Grumpy Old Git

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    And if you have any heatsink paste or thermal grease coat the back where it mounts to the metalwork to help keep the temp down as its the heat that usually kills them.
     
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  8. steve lovatt

    steve lovatt Something else

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    It shouldn't make any difference so long as you maintain the airflow over it.
     
  9. Rocker

    Rocker Elite Member

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    The fins on them do the cooling:)
     
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