2009 Ducati 1198S | Ep.8 | Voltage Regulator Replacement and Relocation

[@franktyneski7158]

Thank you - super helpful instructions and I ordered from the link.

[@orlandoducati]

The dealership would have charged you like $600-$1000 to repair this job. I owned a 848 and had this same problem, the voltage regulator failed. My problem was the dash would flicker and the headlights would cut in and out. Ducati sent an update where they put some heat shield between the regulator and exhaust but that didn't fix anything. Keep these videos coming because everybody that watches these videos becomes more confident on repairing there bikes. I bet all of your videos have saved thousands of dollars for people buying used Ducati's. Most owners don't realize how expensive the brand is until they arrive at a Ducati dealership and labor is $125/hr and repair jobs are insanely expensive.

[@PracticalEnthusiast]

Appreciate the comment Orlando! It's great to hear these videos are helpful for other Duc owners. That would be quite a shock to get a $600-$1000 bill for a relatively simple fix.

[@mohdridzuanzakaria4468]

same as mine problem

[@MrCruzoso]

Great video! I own a 1098, I recently started to having these problems, thanks for all you do!

[@BladeDMC]

All 848-1098-1198 have problem with regulator because of it is in a very hot position.

[@JDye-youtube]

My original pigtail wires were fried to the point that the insulation was breaking off. The MOSFET that I bought came with an adapter harness. Plug and play. Nice video!

[@TheCooperville]

You should make sure that your stator wires at the stator end of wiring are above the exit of the stator wire exit to stop wicking of engine oil from stator wire Great videos

[@PracticalEnthusiast]

Thanks for the tip. It actually started leaking from the connector after a couple of rides. I have since routed the wires to go above the stator casing wire exit and it seems to have stopped the leak. I'll make an update video for this and give you a shout out!

[@Whuckfisle]

That's an ambitious mod. I'm just replacing the regulator. If it goes out I'll replace it again. First one went 12 years and 19k miles in the OEM location

[@RichEdwards]

Another great video. Looking forward to track prep and a track day vid!

[@darknet180]

Great video, I have an '02 Monster 620ie that needs some loving (valve adjustement, timing belt replacement, etc). This series has been great fun to watch. One thing for you to invest in - a motorcycle lift. I got one from Harbor Freight and it was the single best thing I have bought to work on my bike. So much easier working at waist height vs being on your knees.

[@PracticalEnthusiast]

I want one, but I think it would take up too much room in the garage.

[@darknet180]

@@PracticalEnthusiast they're a bit heavy but they are flat enough you can turn it on its side and lean it against a free wall. I just leave it down and park my motorcycle on it. 100% worth it.

[@NikPappaconstantine]

Thank you for making this video! Great detail and this is really going to save me some hassle!!! Thank you!

[@whoopazz1]

Great series. 👌🏽👍🏼

[@joeabbs6921]

Nice Job! Doing my 1198 Saturday after noticing it charging at over 15 volts. Any chance you have a drawing of the plate dimensions to save me some time? Thanks.

[@LeTessier916]

Nice modification. Thanks

[@peteroneill2633]

Thanks for that video, nice neat job, well done. Thanks

[@thorstenweiert931]

What about the oil in the plug connector? Lining the stator cable between the cylinders will help to avoid that.

[@pids8888]

Hey ! Been watching all your vlog here the Philippines on your 1198S . I got myself a 2008 1098S too, 0:06 could you possibly help me diagnose why my VR gets hot quickly ( 3rd time to change and soldered wired) the dash and engine turns off when it’s warm? also i replaced a new Ricks Stator , Yuasa 12BS Batt , all fuses and 3 relays changed. I don’t know what i’m missing here .The bike got only 7010 mileage. Greatly appreciate your inputs . Thank you very much.

[@markhausknecht6061]

Smart man.

[@joeabbs6921]

I love the video and ordered what I needed to change the location. I quickly realized I have a large vent module in that place over the timing covers. Did you remove yours?

[@PracticalEnthusiast]

The previous owner must have removed it. I believe that's where the charcoal canister would have been located.

[@BladeDMC]

Good job!

[@ElDucatista848]

Great videos keep it up !!!!,

[@EvanDivision]

what material did you use to make the spacers? how long are they? thanks

[@volodymyrforos1031]

Clean job)

[@IAMMRLIMA]

Can I still do this to my Ducati 848 evo? Mine is getting bad too. Same thing happening to me

[@taufik5711]

Yeap you can I did a ghetto upgrade as i dont use the mount. I place it on the right side of the chasis, cable tied it to death Definitely a better place than original position. You need the extension wires though

[@Pengajim]

Are the cooling fins 90 degrees to the cooling air flow?

[@PracticalEnthusiast]

There isn't really that much directional airflow to begin with, so I doubt the orientation of the regulator matters much. I was more concerned with ease of wire routing and keeping water from pooling on connectors.

[@Herbal_PT]

Could you share the dimensions of the plate with holes? Thank you

[@sergiotruiti]

Do you think it’s gonna work if I put some heat protection behind the voltage regulator!?

[@PracticalEnthusiast]

It would help cut down on the heat a little, but relocating it to a cooler spot is your best option.

[@turk6770]

best regulator oem? long lasting twill

[@DersNoNem]

What are the dimensions for the adapter and spacers? Damn Ducati, they love seeing customer frowning faces upon to their garage.

[@IAMMRLIMA]

How much would you charger to make me this kit? I need this BADDDD

[@jp2246]

Off topic for sure, regular viewer of your channel ... I'm curious what your thoughts are on the Mazda3, I'm looking to buy one for my son, 2012 ish give or take a couple of years. Also as usual, nice work on the Ducati!

[@PracticalEnthusiast]

That era of Mazda3 is great. Seems to have pretty good corrosion protection from the factory. Ours has the Ford 2.0 engine so there are lots of FoMoCo parts scattered throughout. It's a super reliable car though. I may do a video on it soon because one of the door latches started acting up which is a common problem for them.

[@jp2246]

@@PracticalEnthusiast Thank you, I respect your opinion!

[@taufik5711]

14.xV is the normal range when the bike is idling? That was the last few moments of my old voltage regulator before making the change to this mosfet regulator and the reading drops to 13.xV when idling Advice please

[@PracticalEnthusiast]

Idle isn't the best engine speed to test charging voltage. Try 3500 RPM. 13.9-14.5v is a good range to be in.

[@immanuelsembiring2366]

when buying a mosfet regulator, the cable and socket are included?

[@PracticalEnthusiast]

The regulator kit that I linked to in the video description does include the socket but you'll need to buy additional wire. I've linked to that in the description as well.

[@gregwhary191]

How long of spacers did u use??

[@zx9b2]

Is there a reason you chose not to fit the supplied 30amp fuse?

[@PracticalEnthusiast]

I don't see any harm coming from fitting the included fuse, but the circuit is already fuse protected from the factory.

[@IAMMRLIMA]

Can you make me one of those aluminum plates?

[@johnroos5807]

Am I the 1st? Ooh Rah!:) Semper Fidelis

[@g.bergervoet4505]

Cringe

[@DIYCOMMUNITYHACK]

The mosfet still alive?

[@PracticalEnthusiast]

Of course! Working great.