Are there any issues with the V-Star 1100 charging system?
There is a lot of issues noted online about the V*1100 charging system. Mainly that the battery gets real hot, may appear to be bloated, and no longer works. This and the ‘dead battery’ issues appear a lot. So I have made some attempt to document things you can do to determine the cause, and get the problems corrected.
How do you test a V-Star 1100 battery?
Test 1 (the battery) Remove the battery cover. Measure the voltage (DC) across the battery. It should read about 12.4 – 12.9 volts. If the battery voltage is too low, take the battery in and have it charged then tested under load. Test 2 (the regulator) Now start the bike. Measure the voltage across the battery, but this time, rev the engine.
What makes up the alternator on a V-Star 1100?
The alternator is where it starts. It contains the stator. The stator is basically some wire wrapped around a core. When a magnet passes near the core, an AC voltage is generated. This voltage is fed to the rectifier/regulator. The rectifier/regulator can be either 1 integrated device, or 2 separate devices. On the V*1100 it is 1 integrated device.
What does the rectifier do on a V-Star 1100?
The rectifier/regulator can be either 1 integrated device, or 2 separate devices. On the V*1100 it is 1 integrated device. The rectifier has the simple job of converting the voltage that comes from the alternator, which is AC or alternating current, to DC, which is direct current.
There is a lot of issues noted online about the V*1100 charging system. Mainly that the battery gets real hot, may appear to be bloated, and no longer works. This and the ‘dead battery’ issues appear a lot. So I have made some attempt to document things you can do to determine the cause, and get the problems corrected.
Where is the regulator located on a V-Star 1100?
The job is not as difficult as it sounds, since the regulator is housed behind your V-Star’s frame cover. Within a few minutes, you’ll be back on the road. Insert your V-Star 1100’s key into the lock built into the left frame cover, below the rider’s saddle.
Is the VStar 1100 battery used in other motorcycles?
The battery in our Vstar 1100 is not used in many other motorcycles and is quite expensive, especially if you buy the Yamaha version from a dealer. The exact same size battery is available from other battery manufacturers, but is still quite expensive compared to others.
The alternator is where it starts. It contains the stator. The stator is basically some wire wrapped around a core. When a magnet passes near the core, an AC voltage is generated. This voltage is fed to the rectifier/regulator. The rectifier/regulator can be either 1 integrated device, or 2 separate devices. On the V*1100 it is 1 integrated device.
The job is not as difficult as it sounds, since the regulator is housed behind your V-Star’s frame cover. Within a few minutes, you’ll be back on the road. Insert your V-Star 1100’s key into the lock built into the left frame cover, below the rider’s saddle.
Test 1 (the battery) Remove the battery cover. Measure the voltage (DC) across the battery. It should read about 12.4 – 12.9 volts. If the battery voltage is too low, take the battery in and have it charged then tested under load. Test 2 (the regulator) Now start the bike. Measure the voltage across the battery, but this time, rev the engine.
The rectifier/regulator can be either 1 integrated device, or 2 separate devices. On the V*1100 it is 1 integrated device. The rectifier has the simple job of converting the voltage that comes from the alternator, which is AC or alternating current, to DC, which is direct current.
The battery in our Vstar 1100 is not used in many other motorcycles and is quite expensive, especially if you buy the Yamaha version from a dealer. The exact same size battery is available from other battery manufacturers, but is still quite expensive compared to others.
Is it possible to start a motorcycle with a bad battery?
It’s possible for your motorcycle to start and run with a bad battery, but that can create even more problems like causing the bike to run poorly and miss. It’s also important to make sure that the battery that you use produces enough amps to properly power all of the electrical components.
When to know if your motorcycle battery is operable?
If the battery drops below 10.8 volts, it is possible that the battery is no longer operable. Significant engine trouble can also cause the voltage to drop too far if it is making it difficult for the starter to turn the engine over. A good way to tell if this is happening is to check the battery cables for excessive heat.
Can a bad battery cause a car to not start?
Sometimes your car starts, sometimes it doesn’t. Intermittent operation can be a sign of a failing starter solenoid. Bad battery – If the battery voltage is low it will be unable to provide enough power to start your engine. Blown fuse – Sometimes the simplest explanation is the best one.