Gauges died and then bike died - charging system?

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05-22-2015, 04:12 PM

Vegiepower

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Gauges died and then bike died - charging system?

Hi all. My bike died. Did it last summer and I replaced battery and the rest of the season was fine. Thinking the charging system. Any tips on how to efficiently test and repair?

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Torie

05-22-2015, 05:01 PM

scottiemann

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check battery voltage while running, specs are in owners manual, downloadable version in knowledge base section if you dont have a hard copy

05-23-2015, 12:08 PM

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rectifier

Check your rectifier and wiring, its under the right side rear cowling .... mine did the same thing.. 7moore7 hooked me up with some great knowledge

05-24-2015, 07:23 PM

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In case it's the charging system (very common)
Here is all the knowledge you need about why and how

https://www.superhawkforum.com/forum...why-how-25117/