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Various electrical questions

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So I'm finally back to the electrical part of the build so here comes the questions.

-First, because I won't have a gear shift indicator can I remove the gear shift wire that is attached near the front sprocket?

-Second, because there's a good chance I might be going with a ballistic battery since I have very little room left to hide the batter I need to upgrade the regulator. I was told they are sensitive with voltages going above 14.5 and the regulator helps with that. Any specific type of regulator would you guys recommend?
-Third, I've bought LED signals so I've heard there is an alternate component I could buy instead of getting resistors for each signal, but I'm not sure process

-Fourth, Since I have the glass fuse box I want to go through bikeCliff's mod to switch to actual fuses. Because I'm changing up so much can I still follow this step by step? Is there a particular model of bike I need to buy the fuse box from or any will work?

Thanks guys for all the help
 
claygs750e said:
-Second, because there's a good chance I might be going with a ballistic battery since I have very little room left to hide the batter I need to upgrade the regulator. I was told they are sensitive with voltages going above 14.5 and the regulator helps with that. Any specific type of regulator would you guys recommend?
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A series rectifier/regulator.
-Third, I've bought LED signals so I've heard there is an alternate component I could buy instead of getting resistors for each signal, but I'm not sure process
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See the above response.
 
The B and L are in the same position. The power markings on my current flasher show:
12.8v
23w x2 +3.4w
21w x2 +3.4w

The one I want to purchase shows:
12v
10A max

I assume that this one will work
 
claygs750e said:
-First, because I won't have a gear shift indicator can I remove the gear shift wire that is attached near the front sprocket?
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Yes.


claygs750e said:
-Second, because there's a good chance I might be going with a ballistic battery since I have very little room left to hide the batter I need to upgrade the regulator. I was told they are sensitive with voltages going above 14.5 and the regulator helps with that. Any specific type of regulator would you guys recommend?
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No clue what a "ballistic battery" is (I have always thought of 'ballistic' as being related to weapons), but I will assume you are meaning a smaller battery. Apparently you are buying that "to upgrade the regulator". No clue about that, either. What to recommend? A series-type regulator. Compufire is one brand, the last time I looked at a price for one, it was over $150. Polaris is another brand, I just got one for under $70 (shipped).


claygs750e said:
-Third, I've bought LED signals so I've heard there is an alternate component I could buy instead of getting resistors for each signal, but I'm not sure process
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Others have already given you guidance on the flasher relay. The one you showed should work just fine.

By the way, if you were to install resistors, you would not need to do it at each signal. If you install the correct resistor, you could do ONE between the flasher relay and the hand switch. If you go between the hand switch and the signals, you will need two, one for each side.



claygs750e said:
-Fourth, Since I have the glass fuse box I want to go through bikeCliff's mod to switch to actual fuses. ... Is there a particular model of bike I need to buy the fuse box from or any will work?
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Not quite sure how to tell you this, but your glass fuses ARE "actual" fuses.

If you are looking for a more-modern blade fuse, they showed up in some of the GS models during '82.

You can go aftermarket with a fuse panel, but be aware that the cheap fuse blocks from an auto parts store will require some creative wiring for them to work correctly. Betting one that is more-specifically for a motorcycle application, you will be spending about $60, but the additional flexibility is worth it.

.
 
Steve said:
You can go aftermarket with a fuse panel, but be aware that the cheap fuse blocks from an auto parts store will require some creative wiring for them to work correctly. Betting one that is more-specifically for a motorcycle application, you will be spending about $60, but the additional flexibility is worth it.

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And even more integrated, there are other options which integrate all power distribution, and control with "safe power design" and more.

See the links for the Solid State Power Box for $150 plus shipping .
 
Ok, so bought the flasher unit and unplugged the gear shift indicator.

I'm currently looking for a rectifier/regulator so are there any specifications I need to consider? It looks like the stock has 3 wires going to the stator and 1 to positive? I plan to buy the battery below because of the size so I can hide it under the rear hump. From reading around in the forums these batteries are sensitive to voltages getting highter than 14.5 so when buying a regulator that is the main concern I have in mind. Besides matching up the wiring is there any voltage cap specs I need to consider?

http://www.ballisticparts.com/products/batteries/12cell.php

I am thinking about purchasing these:

http://www.electrosport.com/street-bikes/suzuki/gs750e-16-valve-models-80-83/suzuki-univeral-regulatorrectifier.html

http://www.electrosport.com/street-bikes/suzuki/gs750e-16-valve-models-80-83/stator-suzuki-gs450-gs500e-gs550-gs650-gs750e-2.html

If I do buy the above items can I just bypass the wire that goes through the headlight bucket?
 
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claygs750e said:
I am thinking about purchasing these:

http://www.electrosport.com/street-bikes/suzuki/gs750e-16-valve-models-80-83/suzuki-univeral-regulatorrectifier.html

http://www.electrosport.com/street-bikes/suzuki/gs750e-16-valve-models-80-83/stator-suzuki-gs450-gs500e-gs550-gs650-gs750e-2.html

If I do buy the above items can I just bypass the wire that goes through the headlight bucket?
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Do yourself a favor, don't buy EITHER of them. Get a Polaris unit for about $70.

Not sure what wire goes through the headlight bucket, but you should definitely wire all three stator wires directly to the three input wires of the R/R.

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claygs750e said:
Ok, so bought the flasher unit and unplugged the gear shift indicator.

I'm currently looking for a rectifier/regulator so are there any specifications I need to consider? It looks like the stock has 3 wires going to the stator and 1 to positive? I plan to buy the battery below because of the size so I can hide it under the rear hump. From reading around in the forums these batteries are sensitive to voltages getting highter than 14.5 so when buying a regulator that is the main concern I have in mind. Besides matching up the wiring is there any voltage cap specs I need to consider?

http://www.ballisticparts.com/products/batteries/12cell.php

I am thinking about purchasing these:

http://www.electrosport.com/street-bikes/suzuki/gs750e-16-valve-models-80-83/suzuki-univeral-regulatorrectifier.html

http://www.electrosport.com/street-bikes/suzuki/gs750e-16-valve-models-80-83/stator-suzuki-gs450-gs500e-gs550-gs650-gs750e-2.html

If I do buy the above items can I just bypass the wire that goes through the headlight bucket?
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See the "GS stator"
link in my signature.
 
Why do you think you need a stator. Have you checked yours to see if it's bad or not?
 
I just figured since I'm buying such an expensive battery I don't want to take any chances and everyone keeps saying the stator is the main GS fault.
 
claygs750e said:
I just figured since I'm buying such an expensive battery I don't want to take any chances and everyone keeps saying the stator is the main GS fault.
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If you did a "Quick Test" and reported the results, everybody would have a better idea of what where your stand.

On the other hand if it is all apart, I would pull the stator and see what the insulation looks like. If it appeared overcooked i would replace it and with the SH-775 you would be done except of course if you wanted to add the SSPB. :-\\\
 
I posted this awhile back, but this is the current condition. The bike is currently completly apart and I have no clue if that looks to be in good shape or not.

http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/showthread.php?t=217760&page=2

I've ordered from Partzilla before, but I can't seem to find the Polaris RR under my model #. Would you happen to have a part# just so I get the right one.

UPDATE:
Would this be what I need?
http://www.partzilla.com/parts/detail/polaris/PP-4012941.html
Also, does it already have the 3 wire hardness, 1 to ground and 1 to power or do I need an adapter?

Also, I might get Ricks stator on Partzilla as well, part#862477
http://www.partzilla.com/parts/detail/aftermarket/XP-4112033.html
 
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