Why is my Yamaha RD not charging properly?

Why is my Yamaha RD not charging properly?

We are always asked why my RD is not charging. Often the simple solution is throw parts at it. This is always not the solution. First you need to find out the problem, listed below is some checks you can so to figure it out. What you will need is a Meter that reads Ohms, AC voltage and DC Voltage.

Why is my 2009 Yamaha Rhino not charging?

A dead battery will mess up a charging system and a bad charging system will kill a battery. You can’t post conmments that contain an email address. Yamaha 2009 Rhino 700 FI Auto… Yamaha Rhino 700 FI Auto 4×4…

When did I restore my 1970 Yamaha R5?

This restoration took place in November and December of last year. I’m new to the forum and thought I’d like to share my adventures with like-minded Yamaha enthusiasts.

Why is my Yamaha Virago battery not charging?

SOURCE: My Yamaha Virago runs great till the battery dies. Sounds like you need to monitor what’s going on at the battery. Hook up a volt meter to see if it’s charging. Check and clean all connections / plugs. Check connections at key switch. Look over all wiring for shorts or broken wire.

We are always asked why my RD is not charging. Often the simple solution is throw parts at it. This is always not the solution. First you need to find out the problem, listed below is some checks you can so to figure it out. What you will need is a Meter that reads Ohms, AC voltage and DC Voltage.

When did I restore my 1970 Yamaha R5 350?

This restoration took place in November and December of last year. I’m new to the forum and thought I’d like to share my adventures with like-minded Yamaha enthusiasts. I recently picked up (free) a totally trashed 1970 Yamaha R5 350. I’ve always wanted to own one of these and jumped at the opportunity.

What should the AC voltage be on a Yamaha RD?

If you do read resistance the Stator is bad. Also check the output of the stator. With the bike running check the AC voltage output of each white wire. You should have 30 to 40 VACS above 2000 RPM.

What do you need to charge a Yamaha RD?

What you will need is a Meter that reads Ohms, AC voltage and DC Voltage. You must have a good battery with clean and tight terminals, if you can grab them with your fingers and move the terminal it is too loose. This is why there is the 10mm bolt head as the screw driver will not provide you with the leverage to tighten it up properly.