Well I was just going to change the oil. Then I started to change the spark plugs. Now I'm fixing wiring, and flushing all the fluids.
Also any one know what this black box thing is?

 

regulator rectifier I believe

 

as he said !!! Time for a new one

 

lots of threads about this issue. so now you will add a new r/r to the list of things to do.
better to find it in the garage, than 400 miles from home.

 

Thanks guys. So can I just pick one up at the auto parts store or bike store?

Also is there like a new guy thread? I have some other things to ask.

What spark plugs to get.
what air filter to get.
How to flush my brake fluid.

 

i would search the classifieds here, or you can check ebay. most bike dealers should be able to get the aftermarket ones quick quickly i would suspect.

 

it's notorious for going out, so no worries there

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/91-92...Q5fAccessories

but
there are many kids who use yamaha R6 rectifiers,
which work really well.

side note:

might want to invest in an APE Cam Chain tensioner as well
down the road of course... there's a walkthrough of one in my sig.

the f3s have r/r problems and cct problems.

 

Hang on a tick yall. His r/r has obviously been replaced already. The damaged connector may be leftover from when the original went out. I've got the same burnt pin on mine but testing the r/r comes back good and I don't have a charging problem. So I'm pretty sure mine was replaced in the past.

If you haven't had any charging issues, you may not need a new one. Grab the service manual and a voltmeter. There's a diagnostic routine in it that'll let you check the charging system. If mine ever went out I have plans to go aftermarket new. Electrosport sells direct plugin aftermarket r/r for all our bikes. Along with replacement OEM connectors

 

+1

 

WOW thanks. I'll be shopping a lot for the next month until I get the bike on the road.

Anything else you think I should do while I have the bike broken down?