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Old Jun 28, 2016 | 09:34 AM
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Bike was fine, 2008 Fatboy with Thundermax but while riding the engine and battery light came on. Battery is 9 mos old, Pulled over and gave the bike a rest, but they came back on after a minute or so. What am I looking at? Luckily I was 10 minutes from Harley dealer so I left the bike in their hands (Ouch) Looking for some opinions.

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Old Jun 28, 2016 | 11:05 AM
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possible the ignition switch wants a clean.
 
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The codes will tell the story, but when mine did that it was the stator. It could also be the regulator. Did you notice the engine warning light coming on for a short period of time or staying on longer than usual after start up, prior to the last occurrence?
 
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They came on after about 30-60 seconds when starting, and stay on.
 
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Just learned that the stator is grounded and needs to be replaced. Just wondering what the $$$ will be. Anyone ever had this?
 
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