My stator is fried do I go back with HD stator and regulator or aftermarket
with one is the best?

 

Go back with an HD stator but try to find one on ebay. You will pay about half as much as the dealer is asking.

 

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If you have added, (or plan on adding) extra electrical load such as heated gear, grips, seat, stereo amp or many lights. Consider going with a high output stator.

 

I have done the stator and regulator thing twice and went back with HD both times,others are ok I just use OE on major items.

 

Is there an average life span on stock HD stators and regulators? How many miles till yours went out?

 

Don't know if this is typical or not, but on my old FXR the original regulator crapped out at 18K and I replaced it with an Accel unit. At 37K the stator went out and was replaced with HD parts. Then at 77K the alt/stator was replaced again with HD parts, and at the same time I replaced the Accel regulator with an HD unit just for good measure. All was still working when I let go of the bike at 96K. No complaints, as I accept the fact that a 2-wheeler is going to be a little harder to maintain than a 4-wheeler. Hope to enjoy same length of service on my F-Bob.

 

Not saying whether or not it's the best, but when mine died a couple years ago I went with one from HD.

 

I have an Accel stator in my ride with no problems. You have to look at all aspects, not just part quality.
if your bike has crap wiring & continually draws power, that your stator is working more than it should. If your battery is not designed for your bikes requirements or is weak, your stator will work more than it should.
dirty oil in your primary might build up with acidic values which could wear down the protective clear coat on your stator windings.
All little things but they could add up to early retirement for your electrical system!
hatch.

 

Nothing wrong with aftermarket your choice.