1980 Mercury 50 HP 2-Stroke Charging?

[Bassn7]

Is my motor charging up the battery while I drive around or is this something that newer motors do? Can I see it charge with a meter?

 

[ondarvr]

A motor from just about any era can charge a motor, it just depends on if it has a charging system and if it's in working condition.

Most electric start motors have a charging system, it may not put out many amps, but it will charge.

​Measure your voltage at the battery prior to starting the motor, then measure with the motor running, as the RPMs increase so should the voltage.

 

[Mercurylips]

If all the systems are functional, Your alternator is charging or the stator charges, depending on which you have.

 

[racerone]

If the motor is electric start, remote control then it should charge the battery.-----Up to you to check voltage on battery with motor at fast idle.---Should read about 14 volts.