CYCLE ELECTRIC INC
Installation Instructions
CE-32A,
CE-32AL
The CE-32AL will fit 89-99 Softail (The CE-32AL comes with a low voltage
regulator specially tuned for Softails)
The CE-32A may fit 70-83 models
if proper rotor spacing can be achieved. When installing on 1988-erlyer models use the
CE-8120 shim kit (not included) to achieve proper rotor shimming. 1970-1984
shovels inner primary may not have clearance. . See installing CE-32A on 1988 and earlier models
These are generalized instructions and are not
intended to be all-inclusive. For more detail on your model see service manual.
Alternator Removal
1) Disconnect negative
battery terminal.
2) Drain primary case oil on
wet clutch models.
3) Remove outer primary
cover.
4) Check primary chain
alignment. Place a strait edge across the gasket surface on the inner primary.
Using a dial caliper, measure the distance from the straight edge to the
primary chain as close to the clutch as possible with the chain pushed all the
way in. Record this measurement as A. Repeat measuring as close to the
compensator sprocket as possible. Label this measurement B. Subtract B from A
and note this C. A-B=C. (C= primary
chain alignment.)
C can be a positive or negative number but should not
exceed +/- .030.
5) Consult appropriate
service manual and remove compensator sprocket.
Note: After
several thousand miles it may be possible to remove the compensator sprocket
and chain adjustor shoe without removing the clutch. Caution: Do not put
excessive side force on chain.
6) Remove output shaft
extension. Take note of all shims and spaces between output shaft extension and
rotor.
7) Remove rotor and all
spacers under rotor.
Note: It may be necessary to remove the inner
primary on earlier models.
8) Unplug regulator from
stator
9) Remove 4 stator mounting
screws. Remove 2 stator plug clamp screws. Remove stators.
Alternator Installation
1) Install stator plug and
plug clamp in case. Use lock-tight 222 purple on clamp screws. (Some engine cases
such as S&S do note use a plug clamp.)
2) Mount stator to engine
case with new mounting screws (supplied). Screws have thread-locking compound
already applied. Torque screws to 30-40 in-lbs.
.
Rotor installation for all 1989-later
CE-32A, CE-32AL
Note: If installing a 32-A on a 1988 or earlier models
see special instructions for rotor shimming
1- Install small diameter
.095 shim supplied with kit on output shaft before rotor.
2- Install rotor on output
shaft.
3- 1989-1990. Place large 2.81
O.D. x .219 thick shim (supplied with kit) on output shaft after rotor.
1991-later FLT and FXR use a
.249 shim (use stock 1.75 OD x.249 thick) or add .030 variable thickness
spacer, after .219 shim supplied with kit.
1991-later Softail and Dyna models no spacer washers are
used on out side of rotor.
4- All models-add necessary
variable thickness shims to achieve proper primary chain alignment. If
dimension C from step 4 of removal is within +/- .030, reuse the same variable
thickness spacers between the thick shim and output shaft extension.
If dimension C was more than +/- .030, use thicker or
thinner shims as necessary to get C within +/- .030
If C is positive, use thinner shims. If C is negative, use thicker shims.
If C= -.040 and you add .060 C would = +. 020
When C=zero compensator sprocket and clutch sprocket are in line.
Installing CE-32A on 1988 and earlier models.
Using the CE-8120 shim kit
When installing a 32-amp stator on 1988 and earlier models it is
necessary to reshim the rotor to compensate for the thicker stator. Using the
CYCLE ELECTRIC INC CE-8120 shim kit should provide proper shimming on all
1988-erlyer models.
On wet clutch models, switching the rotor shims (large .219
inside rotor and small .095 shim outer rotor) will achieve satisfactory
shimming. On dry clutch models this may cause the rotor to hit the primary chain.
When checking for clearance, be sure compensator sprocket nut is torqued and
primary chain is properly aligned. If primary chain still contacts rotor,
switch shims back to stock location (small .095 inside large .219 outside)
and use variable thickness shims under rotor to achieve clearance between rotor
and stator. .060 should be enough. To check for clearance between stator and
rotor, use a straight edge on top of shims and check for clearance between the
straight edge and stator. Minimum clearance should be .040. When putting extra
shims under the rotor, the same amount must be removed from between rotor and
output shaft extension to maintain primary chain alignment. On ridged mount
motor models, there may not be enough room between rotor and primary case to
use 32A stator
6- Install inner primary if
removed.
7- Install compensator
sprocket with chain adjuster shoe, and clutch if removed.
8- Adjust primary chain.
9- Check primary chain
alignment.
10- Install outer primary and
other parts removed.
Note: Dont forget to add oil on wet clutch models.
Regulator-Remove Old Regulator
1) Disconnect battery
negative terminal.
2) Disconnect regulator DC
wire from
1970 to early 1984, battery positive terminal or main
breaker battery term.
Late 84-up Acc.side of main breaker (except 84-86
dressers-regulator connects to a terminal stud on the steering head).
Note: if you tie a piece of fishing line to the ring
terminal of old regulator wire before pulling wire out. You can use this cord
to pull the new wire in place.
3) Take note of how old wire
is routed. Cut wire ties and remove wire.
4) Unbolt regulator and
remove.
Install New Regulator
1) If using the same wire
routing as old regulator compare, output wire lengths and cut new regulator
wire to length. Apply ring terminal using proper crimping tool.
Note: Improper crimp on solder-less connectors can
cause charging system problems. That
will leave you on the side of the road. If you do not have a crimping tool,
borrow or buy one. Do not use pliers or rice grips.
2) Mount new regulator. Be
sure regulator has a good ground connection from the case of regulator to the
frame of motorcycle.
3) Route DC+ output wire to
main circuit breaker or fuse. On models with circuit breakers, connect wire to
silver post of main breaker. If using a fuse connect regulator on opposite side
from the battery.
Note: It is our opinion everything connected to a battery
should run through a fuse or circuit breaker except the starter motor if you
have one.
4) Connect AC plug to stator,
on rubber mount models keep wires away from front motor mount. It moves and can
damage wires.
5) Check the routing of all
wires to be sure they are not in a vulnerable position. Keep wires away from
exhaust pipes and moving parts. Be sure wires are not in the very bottom of
lower frame or they will get pinched if you bottom out.
Replace all wire ties previously cut and add new ones
where necessary.
6) Reconnect battery and
start motor. Test battery voltage. All L model regulators should run between
13.7~14.1 Standard models should run 14.2 to 14.6 depending on what model you
have.
Have A Good Ride!!