The regulator / rectifyer on these (and most other Honda's) isn't great. When it fails it allows the battery to overcharge (basically it stops regulating) and this is what causes the over heating.

Fix it NOW, or you stand a good chance of frying your PGM and they'll set you back about £500!
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