Has my stator gone bad on my honda 200x?

[Robbie]

I hope someone can help me with a problem I am having with my 1983 Honda 200X 3-wheeler. It just died one day and I could'nt get it started with the kickstarter. However I can hook it to something to pull me and it will drift start, also once it is started it runs perfect but if I cut it off I still can't start it using the kickstarter even if it is warmed up. It is almost like I am not able to turn the engine over quick enough or long enough to get it to start. Also I am not getting a lot of spark out of the plug when I turn it over with the kickstarter. If anyone ahs anykind of info that might help please feel free to give it Thanks

[Howdy]

Welcome to the site Robbie. We hope you enjoy it.

For your problem. It is common for the exciter coils to go bad on Honda 185-200cc motors. To check it: If you have a ohm meter check the black with red striped wire coming from the stator. You should get a 215-245 ohm reading for the best results. The lower it reads the harder it will be to start.

If the stator checks bad you can buy a new stator from Honda for $140 or so. Or you can just replace the exciter coil and save over $100.
I keep new exciter coils on hand at all times ( common problem ). If you need one PM or Email or email me for details.
Thanks
Howdy

[GURN]

Robbie: My 200X had the exact same symptom. E-Bay'd a used stator for $35, now I'm ridin' and drinkin' soda. :-D