Separate regulator and rectifier?

[Guest]

I looked up this number 32500-45011 and it refers to a OEM regulator.
I also have what looks like a RR, but I'm guessing is just the rectifier.
Is this common on a 78 gs750? Or do I have it all wrong?
The PO has cut and spliced wires all over this bike.

Here's a picture of what I have.

[tkent02]

Yes they were separate on the earliest GSes.

[ValorSolo]

How does that affect the r/r replacement instructions?
I'm assuming a Shindengen will still work on this bike.
Everything looks so different than what I've seen in the guides I've downloaded.

[tkent02]

Wire it up so it's the same as the newer bikes.

[ValorSolo]

Thanks for the help. I should be able to manage it now.
I'll be doing the r/r in about two or three weeks.
Just trying to get it all figured out in advance.

[tkent02]

Just trying to get it all figured out in advance.

Usually a better plan than cutting first and thinking later.

[duaneage]

Check out the document on my sig line

I think the Honda RR lines up with the mounts for the larger can with two bolt holes.

[ValorSolo]

I have that file already and found it very informative. Thanks.
I don't remember it mentioning anything of separate R and R, though.
Still, the instructions are relevant and should be a piece of cake.

Mounting the Honda RR in the same location may be a mute point.
I'm thinking of relocating my battery and removing the battery box.
Haven't quite got it all figured out, yet. May put the RR up front, though.