Hidden battery in starter housing?????

[00ps]

Hey all, I'm building a 750 bobber. I'm going very minimalistic with the build, so kick start only. As I scratched my head thinking about where to hide the ugly yet necessary battery a thought came to mind... why not stick a small gel cell in the housing that is currently occupied by my useless starter motor. I have found gels at 12v 7Ah that fit. I can plug the starter shaft hole to keep all the oil in the bike. So my question is this, will the battery melt, and is 7Ah enough for a kick start running just head tail and brake light.

Thanks all!

[Re-run]

As long as your charging system is ok, the 7A will work fine with kick only. If you want some extra insurance, change the tail and gauge lights to LEDs.

[Myumi-2]

Great idea.

Lets know how you go.

[convert]

You might want to check out cyclex. They appear to have an alternator configuration that does not require a battery. http://cyclexchange.net/Honda%20Cafe%20Page.htm

I have not bought from them, nor do I work for them. I just have passion about the CB's as you do.
From the site:
                        "NEW" Cycle X  charging system
* Single phase system allows battery or battery less operation. ( call for details )
* Rotor weighs only 1.640 lb's for high rev potential
* 14 amp system
* Kick only ( who needs a button anyway )
* Complete system weighs over 8 lbs less than a OEM system.

[cbRider]

The problem I can see is that the starter housing is too hot an environment for a battery. Just my opinion.

Karl