At least according to the on-line parts diagrams the '81-'82 Twinstar 200's were 12v. units which puts them back in the running as a potential starting point. They're also a breaker point ignition motor as well which again satisfies my inner Luddite. I like the simplicity of these little bikes and I've heard they're as reliable as a claw hammer.
The only reason I want to go with a 12v. system is the ease of adapting automotive components as needed as well as finding bulbs and such on the road. 6v. stuff is getting hard to come by.
I haven't seen a spec on the wattage output for these bikes but I'm sure it's not much.
Thanks to all for your responses.
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