An interactive Panhead reference for a bare-bones magneto chopper that keeps the self-powered ignition independent from the generator, regulator, capacitor, and lighting system.
This diagram shows 12 components and 13 wire connections. The details below describe the saved diagram; they do not confirm compatibility with your machine.
Community reference trace · Choppercache
Community Panhead discussion distinguishes a generator regulator from an alternator regulator and keeps magneto ignition independent. A capacitor is not starter power; verify generator/regulator compatibility before wiring.
Recorded reference URLs:
https://forum.chopcult.com/forum/nbsp/american-bikes-build-threads/44002-panhead-magneto-setup-generator-regulator-capacitor-question
https://forum.chopcult.com/forum/nbsp/main-forum/52585-which-panhead-12v-regulator-electronic-or-mechanical
Community reference trace · Choppercache
Publication note: Community Panhead discussion distinguishes a generator regulator from an alternator regulator and keeps magneto ignition independent. A capacitor is not starter power; verify generator/regulator compatibility before wiring.
Limitations and checks
Community Panhead discussion distinguishes a generator regulator from an alternator regulator and keeps magneto ignition independent. A capacitor is not starter power; verify generator/regulator compatibility before wiring. These recorded references do not establish that this circuit has been tested on your motorcycle. Match the installed components, polarity, terminal pinouts, wire sizes, and circuit protection to the relevant service documentation before applying power.
Verify your hardware pinouts, polarity, wire sizes, and component ratings before applying power.