Recharging Failure (78' GS 400 XC)

[The General]

if the battery isnt recharging while riding, does that mean it needs a new stator? plus when the headlights are on, the battery drains.....

maybe rectifier/regulator?

anyone know where to get a good stator for a 1978 GS 400 XC?

[Nessism]

Don't mean to sound harsh but there are TONS of threads about charging system repair. Please do a search and check the Stator Papers article on the GSR homepage.

[chef1366]

Get a multimeter and have a go.
Not too hard once you get started.

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

[BassCliff]

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That should be plenty of information to get you started. Sorry, but it's late and I don't feel like doing your homework for you. You won't know how to fix it until you know what's wrong with it. Like Mr. chef1366 says, go through The Stator Papers. Its fun.

Use a parts fiche to find your part number. Plug your part number into the Babbit's lookup feature for a cross-reference. That might make finding parts a little easier. The procedure is on my website. Shop around for the best price. Keep us informed.


Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff