Increasing alternator output

[Chris Scott]

Overall is it a good idea from a reliability point of view or - like increasing the power of an engine - can it lead to stress on other components unless they too are uprated?

I presume with a higher output either more heat is produced or more bhp is drawn from the engine?

Are high-output windings more bulky anyway, so will be limited by space?

My own bike*puts out 235w @ 8000 rpm so I presume at a more normal 3000 rpm cruise it's a lot less and won't be up to running a vest on a freezing night.

As we know, a standard factory-spec machine is usually best, but I don't know if that applies to high-output alternators too.

I know many of the latest adv bikes have massive output to run the OE gadgets. Old bikes not so good when it comes to heated clothing + extras.

thanks

Chris S