Electrical Makeover

Discussion in '5th Generation 1998-2001' started by mbandit14, Jul 15, 2016.

  1. mbandit14

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    Electrical gremlins seem to be somewhat of an Achilles Heel for these bikes. I'm sure it's out there but is there a generally agreed upon list of things to replace/upgrade on 5th Gen. to remove the threat of being the coolest bike dead on the side of the road. Thanks for your input.
     


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    Replace the r/r with a mosfet design one. I've a big finned r/r from an R1 on my 5th gen and the vfrness and she's charging 14.5 .Happy days
     


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    And remove the dreaded connector between the R/R and the stator, this is the biggest killer of all VFR's charging system
     


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    Yep, and check out roadstercycle.com, he's got everything you need. Pushing=No Fun
     


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    Thanks for the info. When the winter rolls in I'll have plenty of projects.
     


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