Regulator and Stator
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Aug 2010
Posts: 3,486
Likes: 6
From: Union,Ms
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 28,552
Likes: 3,954
From: Vermont
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 9,208
Likes: 374
From: Central Illinois, Between I-80 and I-74
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.
Road Master
Joined: Nov 2010
Posts: 1,115
Likes: 69
From: Bay Area, NorCal
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.
Last edited by O-Town D; Jan 18, 2011 at 12:47 PM. Reason: correction...
Trending Topics
Elite HDF Member
Joined: Apr 2009
Posts: 4,082
Likes: 11
From: Long Island, NY
Not saying whether or not it's the best, but when mine died a couple years ago I went with one from HD.
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Road Warrior
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 1,595
Likes: 8
From: Vancouver Island British Colombia Canada
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.
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.
