I got stuck two weeks ago with a bike that wouldn't start. Purchased a new battery installed it and it worked fine... until it didn't. Feels like a dead battery, the starter motor makes a vain attempt but then just clicks. The clock on the dash stopped as well so I"m guessing the battery isn't charging. Had to get some guys on my group ride to give me a push and was able to start the bike up no problem. I have it hooked up to a charger right now but I"m wondering if the alternator might be the issue and could you some advice with:
1- Does this sound like an alternator issue, is there anything to check before that?
2- Where does the alternator live?
3- How does one test it? (I have a volt meter and have not killed myself yet)
4- What's is it like to replace?
5-What is a good source for the part? When I goolge FJR alternator, I get links to stators.
The bike is a new to me 2005 FJR 1300A. It has 55K miles on it.
THanks much for any assistance with this.
Eric
1- Does this sound like an alternator issue, is there anything to check before that?
2- Where does the alternator live?
3- How does one test it? (I have a volt meter and have not killed myself yet)
4- What's is it like to replace?
5-What is a good source for the part? When I goolge FJR alternator, I get links to stators.
The bike is a new to me 2005 FJR 1300A. It has 55K miles on it.
THanks much for any assistance with this.
Eric