XS Ignition Questions

[Mark ACC]

I'm looking to retro-fit my '83 XS tracker with a stock ignition system and have a few questions for you electron freaks:
1. Is there any meter tests I can do with the stock rotor/ stator to see if they are good? Should I just take them to a generator shop and have them check it?
2. I hear tell that a Suzuki GN 250 TCI unit will fit up to and work on a XS. Is this true, and if so, will any year GN 250 unit work? They made that bike from '82 to '97

Really appreciate the help boys!

 

[gggGary]

Found in tech These should answer your questions;
https://www.xs650.com/threads/expanded-charging-system-guide-in-progress.10561/
https://www.xs650.com/threads/gonzo-diy-tci-system.57694/

 

[Mark ACC]

Thanks ggg. After glancing at those posts I can see that this should keep me away from beer for a few weeks.

 

[Adamc]

GN250 igniter box will work. Called a GONZO fix.
did it to my tracker and will post details here tomorrow.

 

[Mark ACC]

Thanks!

 

[650Skull]

Jim does a great write up on the charging system in here, Post #2.

https://www.xs650.com/threads/rewound-alternator-rotor.54276/

He also does rewinds. If you have to get a new rotor, it would be better to buy a dud secondhand one and get him to do a rewind. He does exchange rewinds............Some aftermarket new ones have been found to be problematic in the past

 

[Mark ACC]

Great stuff! Thanks

 

[Adamc]

My GONZO install: https://www.xs650.com/threads/welsh-flat-track-revival.60449/page-11
From #216

 

[Mark ACC]

Thanks Adamc!

 

[Mark ACC]

My GONZO install: https://www.xs650.com/threads/welsh-flat-track-revival.60449/page-11
From #216

This is a great write up! Big time thanks!