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BMW Motorcycle Alternators

If it weren’t for your alternator, your motorcycle would be an oversized paperweight. After all, that's what produces the great part of the electricity your ride uses -- including the juice that starts it in the first place. However, motorcycle alternators are not like the ones found in cars and SUVs.

Put simply, an alternator produces power by generating alternate current (AC). This power is what charges and powers the electrical components while your motorcycle is running. A motorcycle alternator is often called a stator, which is a simpler type of alternator. It's accompanied by a regulator, or rectifier, and is usually considered part of the engine.

The stator is made of three parts: the rotor, stator, and field coil. The AC is generated when the rotor rotates around the stator as your bike runs. The stator has spokes around it, with copper coils encircling each spoke. When magnets on the rotor rotate around magnets on the stator, a current is produced. The regulator converts that AC power into direct current (DC) power that the battery can store, while also ensuring the correct amount of voltage is delivered.

How to Spot a Failing Alternator

Since the battery can't power the motorcycle on its own, you run the risk of getting stranded by the side of the road if your alternator fails. Signs include a misfiring engine, difficulty starting your motorcycle, dimming lights, and a poorly performing engine. If you experience any of these symptoms, you'll need to check your charging system to determine the source of the problem.

We're Your Best Source When Shopping for Genuine OEM Alternators Online

Your manufacturer makes the best alternators for your motorcycle, since they designed them specifically for your model. Our online parts store has everything you need for the project in stock and ready to ship, so buy now to get back on the road and riding safely!

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$1,241.19
Part Number: 12117687776
Other Names: Alternator More Names
Replaces: 12117652964
Alternator
$1,057.17
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Description: For vehicles with reinforced power supply [X509A (+)]. More Info
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$1,189.33
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Alternator
$1,361.11
Part Number: 12318404476
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Description: Attention: rotor and stator absolutely must be replaced together!. More Info
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$1,429.17
Part Number: 12318414445
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$1,361.11
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Description: Attention: rotor and stator absolutely must be replaced together!. More Info
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Part Number: 12312306020
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$1,321.49
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Pulley Alternator
$88.72
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Alternator Rotor
$346.90
Part Number: 12311540515
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$626.58
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$298.57
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Description: Color mixture code M963 grantigrau-metallic matt. More Info
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$1,057.17
Part Number: 12312306878
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Description: For vehicles with reinforced power supply [X509A (-)]. More Info
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$698.47
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Part Number: 11148404145
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Description: Color mixture code U979 black satin-gloss 2. More Info
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$698.47
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Description: Color mixture code wm3S copper metallic matte. More Info
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$192.16
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$1,189.33
Part Number: 12317715081
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Rp Alternator
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Part Number: 12318524422
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Replaces: 12317690427
Alternator Cover
$626.58
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Description: Repair paint M957. More Info
Alternator Rotor
$346.90
Part Number: 12311541462
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$601.26
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Replaces: 12318409384
Description: Important: comply with repair instructions!. More Info
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$406.22
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Description: Repair paint M960 aluminiumsilber-metallic. More Info
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$601.26
Part Number: 12311541463
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$406.22
Part Number: 11149829369
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Description: Repair paint A45 matt black. More Info
Suppression Capacitor Alternator
$26.84
Part Number: 12311356564
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Description: For vehicles with official vehicles. More Info
Adapter Cable For Alternator
$42.21
Part Number: 61127691725
Other Names: Alternator Cable More Names
Description: For vehicles with seat heating [X518A (+)]. More Info
Black Alternator Support Cover
$599.11
Part Number: 11111341895
Other Names: Alternator Cover More Names
Description: For vehicles with drivetrain, black [X568A (+)]. More Info
Silver Alternator Support Cover
$599.11
Part Number: 11111341893
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Replaces: 11111341253
Description: Check connection for engine ventilation! Seal without rotational ventilator!. More Info
Silver Alternator Support Cover
$599.11
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Black Alternator Support Cover
$599.11
Part Number: 11111342293
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Front Cover/Alternator Support Cover
$355.28
Part Number: 11148409867
Options: Front
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Fan Wheel
$31.29
Part Number: 12311459036
Other Names: Alternator Fan More Names
Stator Assembly
$444.01
Part Number: 12311459288
Other Names: Alternator Stator More Names
Set Alternator
$1,374.33
Part Number: 12318558421
Replaces: 12317729666, 12318534666
Alternator Cover - Black
$298.57
Part Number: 11147108058
Description: Color mixture code U979 black. More Info

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