Got to Replace the Stator, What else should I check?

[Guest]

Hi Everyone,

Well it happened, and now I have to remove the engine to replace the stator. I would like to keep the bike original as to the motor/electrical system so I have to do this. However I am considering replacing most light bulbs with LEDs to reduce the electrical load.

Before the stator failed, I was seeing a constant 14.7 volts on the digital voltmeter that came with the bike. Is this too high?

Anyway, once I get the engine out of the frame what else should I check? My bike has 46K miles on it. There is a slight ticking noise when the bike is cold which I assume is a tappet issue. It's on the left side of the engine. After the bike warms up the noise is gone.

I don't mine checking out the other components if you guys think it should be done.

Thanks in advance.

[roscoepc]

I don't believe I've welcomed you to the site so,,,, Welcome!!! :mrgreen:

Besides a general clean up and repainting, I would suggest new vaccumn lines. Both Keener and Walter just replaced their stator's and regulator's so they'll probably have some suggestions for you and will be along soon!

[bluewing]

Welcome to the site.

Did you check the state of the plug on the 3 yellow wires on the left side of the battery, hardwire them if they are not already done. I would also check the state of the wiring at the regulator for burned connections. These things can cause charging problems and they are easy to repair.

[Keener]

One other item both Walter and I re-furbished was the starter. Other than that and the items mentioned already, just give it a good goin' over.

[Guest]

Hi Owaace. Most stuff has been covered. I changed all my fuel and vacuum lines and rebuilt the starter. I also changed the Radiator hoses. Just got it all together last night. It cranks real nice! Still have to bleed the clutch though.
Oh, Welcome from BC!

[Guest]

Thanks for the suggestions.

I did not read about the clutch so I will leave that alone. Most other items were done when I put the bike together the first time.

I have pulled the rear wheel and final drive from the bike so the swing arm is still in place with the universale joint there too. I will lube this joint when the motor is out of the frame.

Any hints or tips as to putting the u-joint back in place when I reinstall the final drive?

Hope to be running in a couple of weeks!