Hybrid 6/12v Camel MK1, Runs no batt?

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forzamacchi
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Hybrid 6/12v Camel MK1, Runs no batt?

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Hello everyone,
I just realized that my 1981, MK1 Camel, runs without a battery. Also, the headlight and taillight work. What is the 6V 2ah battery used for then? I am quite happy that the battery isn't required, as this will help avoid a tow in the desert! Ben
1981 Morini Camel 500
2019 Husqvarna Svartpilen 401
1967 Aermacchi 250
1958 FB Mondial 175 Superturismo
1957 Ceccato 125 Sport Lusso
1955 Sterzi 125 Turismo
mbmm350s
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Re: Hybrid 6/12v Camel MK1, Runs no batt?

Post by mbmm350s »

Hi Ben
The 6V is for things you don't need in the desert
Like the horn and indicators. Morini wanted the smallest battery and cheapest they could get away with and still be legal in Europe.
There's some threads on here about conversion to 12V with a modern battery.
Mark
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Re: Hybrid 6/12v Camel MK1, Runs no batt?

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Pictures Ben :D
forzamacchi
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Re: Hybrid 6/12v Camel MK1, Runs no batt?

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Here is a photo of my machine!
ImageIMG_20200905_152837_390 by staticvoid1975, on Flickr

Cheers!
Ben
rossguzzi wrote:Pictures Ben :D
1981 Morini Camel 500
2019 Husqvarna Svartpilen 401
1967 Aermacchi 250
1958 FB Mondial 175 Superturismo
1957 Ceccato 125 Sport Lusso
1955 Sterzi 125 Turismo
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