Chopn1000 Posted September 8, 2017 Share Posted September 8, 2017 Looking for recommendations for a high output stator for my Suzuki GS1000 Quote Link to comment
gs7_11 Posted September 8, 2017 Share Posted September 8, 2017 19 minutes ago, Chopn1000 said: Looking for recommendations for a high output stator for my Suzuki GS1000 Can I ask why? The standard one seems more than adequate, unless you're running a lot of accessories? Quote Link to comment
Fazz711 Posted September 8, 2017 Share Posted September 8, 2017 (edited) Hi bud. Welcome to OSS. Be nice and introduce yourself. We like pics Edited September 8, 2017 by Fazz711 Spelling doh Quote Link to comment
Chopn1000 Posted September 8, 2017 Author Share Posted September 8, 2017 (edited) What's up fellas I own a 1980 Suzuki GS1000 bobber I've done a lot of custom work to it as far as Cosmetics. Changed the seat, lowered seat pan, Stripped all marker lights/signals off, cut rear fairing off, new tail lights new brake lights lowered it, removed highway bars, remove front fairing brackets, really haven't done anything towards the motor yet except cut off ugly/dangerous torpedo pipes. New interstate battery. I'm from St Joseph Missouri Edited September 8, 2017 by Chopn1000 Quote Link to comment
Chopn1000 Posted September 8, 2017 Author Share Posted September 8, 2017 (edited) I just figured a bigger stator would give me more voltage to the ignition system. Where can I get one for a decent price. Plus I don't believe that mine is charging my battery properly Edited September 8, 2017 by Chopn1000 Quote Link to comment
gs7_11 Posted September 8, 2017 Share Posted September 8, 2017 (edited) 10 minutes ago, Chopn1000 said: I just figured a bigger stator would give me more voltage to the ignition system. Where can I get one for a decent price. Plus I don't believe that mine is charging my battery properly No, you're barking up the wrong tree. The voltage of the entire electrical system is set by the voltage regulator to around 12V and shouldn't go much higher. The ignition system is supplied by this, so it's set to 12V, no matter what alternator stator you have. And so it should be, it won't work otherwise. In terms of power output, that stock alternator can supply more power than the stock bike will ever need, as long as it is in good shape. The ignition system has a low power demand, so if your lights are working ok, the ignition system will be more than happy. Also, the stock ignition system is normally very efficient and more than good enough for anything but a tuned engine. If you're having some issues, either look elsewhere, or make sure the ignition system is working as advertised by checking the spark, timing and connections. Fit new plugs and plug caps, and trim back the HT leads, for example. If you want to upgrade the ignition system anayway, Dyna coils will give a 'hotter' spark at a higher voltage, whilst still only needing a 12V input. I think your bike already has electronic ignition anyway, doesn't it? So you don't really need to upgrade that. HTH Edited September 8, 2017 by gs7_11 Quote Link to comment
gs7_11 Posted September 8, 2017 Share Posted September 8, 2017 11 minutes ago, Chopn1000 said: Plus I don't believe that mine is charging my battery properly Just seen your edit....crossed posts! Check out the connections from the alternator, plus all your earths. Measure the voltage across the battery terminals. As long as you're getting more than 13.5V or so, when the engine is revved then all is good in that area. The charging system is working. If the battery shows less voltage with the engine stopped, or if it shows appreciably less after standing for a while, maybe the battery is duff. Either way, fix the fault before looking for an upgrade. (I don't know BTW if your model has the earlier wiring arrangement that puts 1 phase through the light switch, and is known to be sometimes problematic. Either way, a voltmeter across the battery will reveal all!) 1 Quote Link to comment
KiwiSuzi Posted January 30, 2020 Share Posted January 30, 2020 Thanks for the info gs7_11. Just got a new regulator / rectifier in my 1980 GS1000G. Wasn't sure of the voltage expected when revving. Got 13.75, so looks like it was money well spent. Had the Ol' Girl since 1984 and she's still going strong. Gary from New Zealand Quote Link to comment
jensvonbustenskjold Posted January 30, 2020 Share Posted January 30, 2020 Hi, Welcome to OSS! Mean looking GS you got there Electrex stator is a great stator with a fair price. Change the regulator while you at it. You should have a look at Arttu and his testing with series mosfet regualtor, page 3 in this thread: Quote Link to comment
BigT Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 Do the Quick test At the battery, measure: 1. Key off voltage 2. Starter button pressed voltage 3. Idle voltage 4. Voltage at 4,000 rpm Also, did you clean all of the electrical connections and switches? They corrode and will cause voltage drop and heat build up. Quote Link to comment
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