Author Topic: Alternator bearing (Read 4193 times)

GeoBandit · « **on:** May 11, 2005, 01:38:10 PM »

I purchased my Bandit about 3 weeks ago. Very low miles and babied. Developed a vibe rattle coming from the alternator after about 500 miles. Does any one know if it can be rebuilt and if so where a person could get the parts.

tacoman · « **Reply #1 on:** May 11, 2005, 01:43:09 PM »

Find a local alternator/starter rebuild shop. I have a local guy I've taken boat, watercraft, car, and cycle starter/alternators to and he rebuilds them in a day. The cost is normally under $75.

GeoBandit · « **Reply #2 on:** May 11, 2005, 01:47:30 PM »

I doubt I will find one in this area. I am from Whidbey Is. Moved this hell hole a couple years ago after college to get work. Long to be back in your area. Although if want a twisty road WV is #1 Take them to fast and you will rear-end yourself.

Red01 · « **Reply #3 on:** May 11, 2005, 07:00:41 PM »

You should be able to find an electrical shop in the larger population centers, even in WV... I hear they've had electricity for >20 years now... at least in the bigger towns.

If it's just a bad bearing, you should be able to find a replacement from a bearing store or industrial supply.

Daytona · « **Reply #4 on:** August 21, 2005, 11:42:39 AM »

Quote from: "GeoBandit"

I purchased my Bandit about 3 weeks ago. Very low miles and babied. Developed a vibe rattle coming from the alternator after about 500 miles. Does any one know if it can be rebuilt and if so where a person could get the parts.

what was the outcome on the alt or brgs?

GeoBandit · « **Reply #5 on:** August 22, 2005, 08:27:21 AM »

Been real busy. Mech at the shop said "that will be a good winter project". I thought to myself, yea, like I am going to wait that long. I ride it everyday, no increase in vibe. Guess I'll get to it this winter.