rectifier or regulator

First of ALL, thanks to Buster for posting the sticky about charging sytem troubleshooting, I think I am heading in the right direction. Also, apologize up front for long post, thought I would try to include what I know. Came home the other night after riding several hours. Bike would not crank...

I've been having problems with my bike firing up,( I just talked with Sean, and he's sending parts) but my cousin had a Vmax but sold it. And last night he gave me a new in the box R/R he had. I was just curious whether this might have been my problem. I just pulled the battery to take and have...

I hate to add another post to the subject of the charging system, but I've checked out the database ,and did a keyword search. I could not find any specific answers to the questions I have. So here goes....... I've got a 680 Odessey battery in the bike. It's only been in for 4 years, but...