Generator

[pita1028]

need some help here I have a 80 gs750 with a charging problem. The bike had what I thought was a new battery when I bought it after 5 rides it wouldn't start so I charged and ran it multiple times. After getting tired of the process I bought a new battery. Tonight I took my second ride with the new battery and just had to pop it to get home. When I pop it I can ride 40 to 50 miles and have no problem until its off. It powers motor and lights no problem can the generator do all of that and not have enough to charge the battery? If I need to change the generator can someone show me a cheaper way I just saw the parts on bike bandit for $400.

[bwringer]

All is revealed in The Stator Papers:

http://www.thegsresources.com/garage/gs_statorfacts.htm

And no, it doesn't cost $400 to get your electrics working again...

[pita1028]

well thats a better price. time to take out my manual and get to work. I hate electrical work

[Steve]

I hate electrical work

All you need are a couple of basic items, like a test light and an inexpensive digital meter. If you don't already have a meter, look for one with a 'diode check' function on it. Makes some of the tests a bit easier. Feel free to ask questions about the tests. The Stator papers are quite well-written, but if you don't understand the basics, the whole concept can be rather intimidating. By the time you get done, you just might be saying "is that all there is to it?"

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