1987 Suzuki LT80 Quadsport Voltage Regulator/Rectifier

[Quad87]

Are there any mechanics out there who have experience replacing a voltage regulator/rectifier with one that is not stock.  Manufacturer doesn't make the part anymore for my 1987 Suzuki LT80 Quadsport.  I can't find a used one either.  Dealer said I might be able to use a similar one, but wires would have to be spliced.  I'm not sure if that would work or harm the electrical system.  Any feedback would be appreciated.

[MarkinAR]

I would think that if you got one for another older suzuki that you can find in stock, they should generally work.  Just make sure it has the same number of phases.  Usually there's 3 or 6 yellow wires plus power and ground.  If yours has 3, make sure the one you replace it with has 3.  You can still get them for the 250 quadrunner, so that's highly likely to work.

[Quad87]

Since I will not be using the connectors, how do I know which yellow wire goes to which yellow wire?  Sorry if that seems like a stupid question, but I am new to this. I can figure out the power and ground.

[Ajmboy]

On 12/20/2021 at 2:17 PM, Quad87 said:

Are there any mechanics out there who have experience replacing a voltage regulator/rectifier with one that is not stock.  Manufacturer doesn't make the part anymore for my 1987 Suzuki LT80 Quadsport.  I can't find a used one either.  Dealer said I might be able to use a similar one, but wires would have to be spliced.  I'm not sure if that would work or harm the electrical system.  Any feedback would be appreciated.

Is this a 1987 or 1997? I know they made the LT80 quadsport in 1997 but not sure about 1987. Topic moved to Suzuki ATV forum.

[Quad87]

It is a 1987.  Only about 10 hours of ride time.  Well preserved, but missing some parts.

[Quad87]

After all this time, I finally tracked down an OEM voltage regulator in Nebraska.  Wish me luck!!